More than 1,200 gallons of wastewater reaches Kings Branch in Catawba River Watershed
Charlotte Water says more than 1,200 gallons of untreated wastewater reached Kings Branch in the Catawba River Watershed.
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Texas man convicted for traveling to Charlotte to engage in sexual activity with a child
A federal jury in Charlotte returned a guilty verdict against a Texas man for traveling to Charlotte to engage in sexual activity with a child, according to U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson.
City of Lenoir removing traffic signal in the downtown area
Officials will begin the process of removing a traffic signal, next week, in downtown Lenoir.
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | September 13th and September 14th
Looking for the top events in Charlotte this weekend? WCCB has curated the perfect list for you that includes events like a Carolina Panthers game, the Charlotte Panda Fest , and a comedy show. Click through the photo gallery to view Charlotte’s hottest events this weekend!
State Audit: Public funds used for $305K CMPD settlement, City of Charlotte recommended to improve transparency
The report was conducted to determine the circumstances and sources of funding for the initially undisclosed $305,000 payment to CMPD Chief Jennings from the City of Charlotte.
Trump says he’ll send National Guard to Memphis to address crime concerns
President Donald Trump said Friday he’ll send the National Guard to address crime concerns in Memphis with support from the mayor and Tennessee’s governor, his latest test of the limits of presidential power by using military force in American cities.
Police: Gastonia woman arrested on nearly two dozen felony charges for trafficking fentanyl
A woman from Gastonia is facing 23 felony charges for trafficking more than 3,000 illicit pressed pills and over 250 grams of fentanyl powder, according to Gaston County Police.
Healthy Headlines: Heart failure, what to expect, and how to best manage diagnoses
In today’s Novant Healthy Headlines, Tonya Rivens chats with Dr. Kevin Sharkey, a cardiologist with Novant Health Heart and Vascular Institute in Elizabeth, about heart failure and what to expect and how to best manage your lifestyle if you’re diagnosed with it.
Deadly stabbing witness speaks out about ongoing safety fears
A woman who witnessed the brutal light rail stabbing is speaking out. The woman paints the picture of the chaos she saw back on August 22nd and the ongoing security concerns riding the light rail.
NCAA investigates 13 former basketball players for sports betting violations
The NCAA is investigating potential sports betting violations involving 13 former men's basketball players from six schools.
Panthers had an ugly opener, but an antidote to their problems could be the Cardinals
The Panthers (0-1) have struggled against most of the NFL over the past several seasons, but one exception is the Cardinals.
Lake Norman Charter employee placed on leave for comments about Charlie Kirk's murder on social media
A Lake Norman Charter employee has been placed on administrative leave for a social media comment regarding the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk.
South & North Carolina among riskiest states for online dating in 2025
North and south Carolina amoung the riskiest stajes for online dating in 2025, according to an annual study by Privacyjournal.net.
Panthers fire communications coordinator for social media post about Charlie Kirk's assassination
The Carolina Panthers have fired their communications coordinator following his comments on social media about the assassination of Charlie Kirk, according to a WCCB source.
What the Tech: Is it time for a new phone?
Apple's newest IPHONE has people wondering if now is the time to trade in their old phone. Jamey Tucker explains your current phone might still be usable
Family of woman killed on light rail will likely file a lawsuit, DA speaks about mental health challenges
The family of a woman stabbed to death on a Charlotte Light Rail train plans to file a lawsuit. WCCB is also hearing from the Mecklenburg County District Attorney for the first time since the brutal attack.
Residents of Charlotte neighborhood frustrated over 'monthly' blackouts
The electricity and patience are out in the Chantilly neighborhood. Neighbors say the outage texts from Duke Energy is a common occurrences.
Panthers encouraged by rookie WR Tetairoa McMillan's performance in season opener
The Carolina Panthers have found promise in first-round draft pick Tetairoa McMillan.
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