UNC Charlotte awarded Research 1 status
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte has been awarded Research 1, or R1, status, the highest recognition for research universities.
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Local students win national award at 2025 Junior Theater Festival West
Students representing Childrenβs Theatre of Charlotte walked away with a national theater award at the 2025 Junior Theater Festival West.
UPDATE: Missing Gastonia man with possible cognitive issues found safe
Police say a missing 84-year-old man with possible cognitive issues has been found safe by EMS out of our area.
Get To Know Your City: Harrisburg, N.C
In this week's get to know your city were, Nestled just northeast of Charlotte, Harrisburg, North Carolina, offers a blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. Whether youβre a resident or a visitor, here are some top spots in Harrisburg you wonβt want to miss.
Arson suspect arrested after four fires at historic Charlotte school
Firefighters put out a fourth fire Thursday morning at the old Wilmore School on West Boulevard.
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles joins Gov. Josh Stein in recognizing School Bus Driver Appreciation Week
On Thursday, Feb. 13, the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles joined Gov. Josh Stein in recognizing the week of Feb. 10β14, 2025 as School Bus Driver Week.
US Attorney for NC's Western District steps down
A US Attorney appointed by President Joe Biden stepped down from her position on Wednesday.
Twister Truck to be presented at Charlotte Motor Speedway AutoFair
From April 3-5, 2025 at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, this yearβs AutoFair, presented by Camping World, showcases some of cinema's most recognizable rides.Β
Igloo recalls coolers after handle hazard causes fingertip amputations
Igloo is recalling more than 1 million of its coolers sold across the U.S., Mexico and Canada due to a handle hazard that has resulted in a handful of fingertip injuries, including some amputations.
Love and baseball | Top sporting events in and around Charlotte this week
Click through the gallery to see all the sporting events happening in and around Charlotte each week.
BBB Scam Alert: Top Valentineβs Day Scams
This Valentineβs Day is shaping up to be big, according to projections by the National Retail Federation, which suggests that consumer spending will reach nearly $26 billion.
Local business owners weigh in on impact of tariffs
The idea is to protect US manufacturers from unfair competition, but some economists argue the tariffs will raise the cost of imported steel and aluminum products by several billion dollars.Β
Study: CLT generates $40 Billion in economic impact in the Carolinas
Charlotte Douglas International Airport contributed $40 billion to the economies of the Carolinas in 2023. It also served more than 53 million passengers and supported more than 184 thousand jobs.
Honoring Hickory woman who was a member of The Six Triple Eight
The city of Hickory is celebrating Black history by highlighting the work of one of the first and only all-Black unit in the women's Army Corps during World War II.
Ice storm rocks North Carolina mountains
Over 13,000 customers across the North Carolina mountains were without power Wednesday evening.
Lincolnton residents want damaged graves fixed or cemetery shutdown
Paying customers of a Lincolnton cemetery are outraged with how their buried loved ones are being treated. Residents have called out Forest Lawn Cemetery and Mausoleum on Highway-150 for improperly kept graves.Β
Charlotte FC unveils Fortress Kit for 2025-26 seasons
Charlotte FC have unveiled their new secondary kit on Wednesday ahead of the 2025 season.
Charlotte plans bid to host CIAA basketball tournaments
The City of Charlotte plans to bid for hosting the CIAA Menβs and Womenβs Basketball Tournaments from 2027-2029.
