$1 Million Win Will Allow South Carolina Woman To Buy Her First Home
A $1 million lottery prize will allow Beverly Vercher of Spartanburg, South Carolina and her husband to purchase their first home.
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Breathing Room: Unanimous Vote Means New Shelter Director Doesn't Need Permission To Save Animals
A little give and take in government Wednesday. Shocking, right? A local animal shelter gained some independence and local politicians got to save a little face during a vote, too.
Local Labor Market Data Shows North Carolinians Are Still Having Trouble Finding Work Despite A Labor Shortage In The U.S.
According to the most recent data from the NC Justice Center, Mecklenburg county's employment level is 3.7% below pre-pandemic levels.
Increasing Rain with Isolated Severe Storms Possible
Numerous showers with isolated strong storms on tap for your Thursday.
Long-Time Charlotte Observer Sportswriter Rick Bonnell Has Died
Charlotte Observer sportswriter Rick Bonnell passed away Tuesday. He was 63-years-old. Bonnell was an award-winning sportswriter at The Charlotte Observer for more than 33-years, according to the Observer's website.
Police: Man Arrested For Organizing Dogfighting Ring In Gastonia, Several Dogs Rescued
Police say a man from Gastonia is facing numerous felony charges for organizing a dogfighting ring. Investigators say they have been investigating reports of dogfighting on Queens Road in Gastonia for several months.
Three Charlotte Men Arrested For Matthews Catalytic Converter Theft
Three Charlotte men were arrested early Wednesday on multiple charges in connection to catalytic converter theft in Matthews, according to police.
Silver Alert Issued For 68-Year-Old Cabarrus County Man
A Silver Alert has been issued for missing, endangered 68-year-old Thomas Waller from Cabarrus County.
Caldwell County Man Charged In Catawba County For Trafficking Methamphetamine
A Caldwell County man is facing multiple drug charges after a Catawba County narcotics investigation that spanned several area hotels Friday.
Bill To Give NC Returning Workers Bonuses Approved By Senate
Giving bonuses to North Carolina’s unemployment benefit recipients who get a job soon would help both business struggling to fill vacancies and residents who need a nudge to return to work, Republican lawmakers said Tuesday.
2 Charged In Miami Beach Shooting, DaBaby Detained, Released
Grammy-nominated rapper DaBaby was detained for questioning in a shooting that wounded two people in Miami and later released, officials said Tuesday. Police said two suspects are now charged in the case.
Mecklenburg County Woman Snags $1 Million Prize
Eleni Housiadas of Charlotte decided to pick up a 50X the Cash ticket and scored a $1 million top prize.
Dueling Parent Protests Before Union Co. School Board Meeting
Union County parents faced off in dueling protests before Tuesday night's school board meeting. Some say partisan politics are distracting from what should be the board's priority -- educating children.
Rallies Against Andrew Brown Jr. Killing Held In Several N.C. Cities Including Charlotte
Rallies against the deputy-involved shooting of an unarmed Black man in Elizabeth City took place in various North Carolina cities including Charlotte Tuesday afternoon.
Deputies: Morganton Man Arrested For Accused Statutory Rape Of Child
A 37-year-old Morganton man was arrested and charged after an investigation into an alleged statutory rape of a child Friday, deputies said.
2021 Atlantic Basin Hurricane Pronunciation Guide
June 1 marks the start of the Atlantic hurricane season which means the name pronunciation guide has been released. We want to know, is your name part of this year's list?
Two Lincolnton Men Arrested, Charged For Fatal Gastonia Shooting
Two people have been arrested for the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old Gastonia man Monday, according to police.
AAA: Carolinians See Minimal Movement At The Pump Over Holiday Weekend
The majority of Carolinians saw little-to-no changes to pump prices or a decline on the week during the holiday weekend. However, prices may not stay stagnant for long.
Higher Rates In Effect For Duke Energy Customers
Higher rates are going into effect for Duke Energy customers.
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