Woman Succumbs To Injuries After House Fire in Lincolnton
Investigators are working to find out what caused a deadly house fire in Lincoln County.Β
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North Wilkesboro Speedway Ready For Revival
The historic North Wilkesboro Speedway is ready for a revival, just in time for the 2023 NASCAR All-Star race.
Duke Energy Carolinas Seeks Big Rate Increases For Gas Costs
A Duke Energy Corp. subsidiary for North Carolina electric customers has asked state regulators to let them raise residential rates by 16.6% in the coming months largely to recover their fuel cost, particularly natural gas.
Black Wednesday Launches She's Giving Campaign During Women's History Month
Local Marketing and PR agency Black Wednesday launches the βSheβs Givingβ campaign with the hopes of inspiring Charlotteans to activate in support of women for womenβs history month.
Hercules Tires Big South Tournament Tips Off Today
Tickets for the 2023 Hercules Tires Big South Basketball Championships are on sale now.
Proposals Underway To Improve I-77 Rock Hill Interchange At Cherry & Celanese Roads
SCDOT is hoping to improve traffic flow at a busy interchange in Rock Hill. Traffic often backs up for drivers going to and from I-77 during rush hour.
1 Killed In 3 Vehicle Crash On I-77
A Stanley man died after troopers say he crashed into a tractor-trailer in Iredell County.
BREAKING: Shots Fired Outside Macy's At Northlake Mall
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is reporting a fight broke out that escalated to gunfire at Northlake Mall Tuesday evening.
North Carolina Senate Backs Legalizing Pot For Medical Use
The North Carolina Senate has again voted to legalize marijuana use for medical purposes. Supporters say the legislation would offer relief to those with debilitating or life-ending illnesses.
NAACP Demands CMS Do More To Protect Students After 5-Year-Old Alleges Sex Assault On Bus
A CMS spokesperson provided WCCB with a statement that reads, in part, "We are aware of the recent report."
Supreme Court Seems Ready To Reject Student Loan Forgiveness
Conservative justices in the Supreme Courtβs majority seem likely to sink President Joe Bidenβs plan to wipe away or reduce student loans held by millions of Americans.
NC House Republicans Talking Privately On Abortion
North Carolina House Republicans are trying to reach an agreement on what kind of additional abortion restrictions they want to get behind in light of Roe v. Wade being overturned.
Source: Panthers To Meet With QB Derek Carr At Combine
A person familiar with the situation says the Carolina Panthers will meet with free agent quarterback Derek Carr this week at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis.
January 2023 Teacher Of The Month: Erika Traywick
Congratulations to our January 2023 Teacher of the Month, Erika Traywick! Ms. Traywick is a teacher at Smithfield Elementary and was nominated by Jennifer Hamer. She has a passion for teaching which is evident in her dedication to her students.
DA: Officer Justified In South Charlotte Deadly Shooting
A CMPD officer who shot and killed a woman in south Charlotte acted in defense of his own life and the life of another officer according to the DA.
A Young Driver Looks For Success Both On And Off The Track
"I got started in racing when I was ten years old in go-karts.Β I loved it, I loved going fast, I loved working with adults and I loved winning when I started doing that and kind of catch that bug," said Julia Landauer.
City Of Charlotte To Stop Paying For Displaced Seniors On March 1
A major change for local seniors who were forced out of their apartments on Christmas Day because of a water leak.
Supreme Court Student Loan Case: The Arguments Explained
The Supreme Court will hear arguments this week over President Joe Bidenβs student debt relief plan. It's a plan that impacts millions of borrowers who could see their loans wiped away or reduced.
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