NC redistricting trial begins, with racial gerrymandering allegations the focus
North Carolina congressional and legislative districts drawn by Republicans in 2023 that helped them retain majorities in Raleigh and Washington are in court.
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One person hurt in north Charlotte shooting
One person is being treated for life-threatening injuries following a shooting Monday afternoon in north Charlotte.
CATS and community to participate in Rail Safety Week
CATS has announced its participation in Rail Safety Week this year, taking place June 16-22. This initiative, which aims to create awareness about rail safety and preventing accidents around railways and track crossings, aligns with CATS' commitment to ensuring the safety of our riders and the community.Β Β
More help for western NC homeowners recovering from Helene
North Carolina is accepting applications for a new program to repair or rebuild homes in western North Carolina that were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Helene.
Woman charged with attempted murder in Monroe, man still wanted
A 66-year-old man is recovering after he was stabbed several times in Monroe over the weekend. Police arrested a woman and are still looking for a man in connection to the stabbing.
City of Charlotte Opens Applications for 2025 Creative Growth Grants
Starting Thursday, June 19, the City of Charlotte will open applications for the 2025 Creative Growth Grants, a public funding initiative designed to fuel local talent, celebrate culture, and support the people and organizations making art in our neighborhoods.Β
New study reveals how NC taxes small businesses vs. the rest of the U.S.
A new study fromΒ breaks downΒ how much corporate tax a small business pays in every U.S. state, and the differences are bigger than you might expect.
JetZero selects North Carolina for airplane maufacturing hub
Governor Josh Stein announced JetZero, Inc., a breakthrough aviation company, will invest more than $4.7 billion in Greensboro to build its first commercial airplane manufacturing facility at the Piedmont Triad International Airport.
Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte
View a full list of the biggest names and concerts happening around Charlotte this week.
Man drowns in Cleveland County lake
Investigators say a man has drowned in a Cleveland County lake.
Motorcyclist killed in Rock Hill crash
A motorcyclist died Sunday morning after a crash in Rock Hill.
CMPD investigating homicide in east Charlotte
One person is dead after a homicide in east Charlotte on Saturday night.
Thousands gather for Charlotte 'No Kings' rally, small group pepper sprayed hours later
At least 5,500 people gathered in First Ward Park for the 'No Kings' rally and protest Saturday afternoon. The crowd packed into the park carrying signs towering over the crowd with clear messages. Hours after the sanctioned protest in Uptown, Charlotte Mecklenburg Police arrested two people and used pepper spray to control the crowd.
CMPD: Two arrested, one injured after conclusion of "No Kings" protest in Uptown Charlotte
CMPD says that after the conclusion of the rally, a smaller group of approximately 200 individuals, who were not affiliated with the event organizers, remained in the Uptown area and engaged in additional marches resulting in two arrests.
'No Kings' protest in Uptown Charlotte | PHOTOS
Thousands gathered in Uptown Charlotte on Saturday for the "No Kings" protest.
One dead in southeast Charlotte crash
One person died in a car crash earlier this week in southeast Charlotte.
Monroe residents shocked to learn NC House Bill 3 would change the city's election process
Backdoor politics in Raleigh has people in Monroe furious. NC House Bill 3 was first created to change election years in Simpson, North Carolina. Like most bills, things have been added. Just this week, Monroe officials found out the new provision would change the way the city has voted for more than 60 years.
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | June 14th and June 15th
WCCB has curated the perfect list for you that includes events like the "No Kings" protest, the Charlotte Checkers' Calder Cup Finals matchup, and the Charlotte Pride Bar Crawl.
UPDATE: Man shot and killed at apartment complex in Indian Land identified
The coroner says 26-year-old Justin Pullom is the man found shot to death Thursday morning in the parking lot at the Parkstone at Indian Land apartments.
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