North Carolina News

NCDOT Crews Preparing for Winter Weather in High Country & Foothills

NCDOT crews already treated roads in the Foothills and High Country on Tuesday. They are preparing to return to make sure roads are as clear as possible for the morning commute.

School Closings And Delays For December 16th

Several schools in the WCCB viewing area will be closed, delayed, or going fully remote on Wednesday, December 16th due to the possibility of inclement weather.

AAA: At Least 34 Million Fewer Americans To Travel This Holiday Season

The holidays are a period that typically sees high demand for vacations; however, AAA Travel expects the vast majority of Americans to stay home this holiday season.

Wintry Wednesday Draws Near

A pair of systems will sweep through the Carolinas by Wednesday, the latter of which could bring some white stuff to our area.

Community Comes Together To Honor Mount Holly Police Officer Tyler Herndon

A police officer has died following an officer-involved shooting at the Mount Holly Car Wash and Arcade. Officer Tyler Herndon's funeral was held on Tuesday, December 15th.

Gold Coin Dropped In Salvation Army Red Kettle In Shelby, North Carolina

A 50-peso gold coin was dropped into a Salvation Army Red Kettle at the Hobby Lobby in Shelby, N.C.

Gov. Roy Cooper And Health Officials Provide COVID-19 Update For North Carolina

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper and health officials are set to provide a coronavirus update for the state after an increase of over 5,200 new positive cases were announced Tuesday and the state reaching a total of 446,601 positive cases.

Boost Immunity with Local Elderberry Syrup

Boosting your immune system is more important than ever. One way to do that is with with elderberry syrup and you can shop locally this season. After a loved one was diagnosed with a chronic illness, owner of Sweet's Syrup, Stephanie Rickenbaker, got serious about clean living.

The Humane Society of Charlotte Welcomed 18 Animals From Transylvania County Confiscation Case

HSC responded to a call from the ASPCA via Transylvania County Animal Services on 12/9. The organization transported 17 dogs and one cat from a large confiscation case to the Toomey Avenue animal shelter.

Charlotte Woman Pleads Guilty In Debt Collection Scheme

A Charlotte woman pleaded guilty in connection with a five-year debt collection scheme that defrauded hundreds of victims across the country out of nearly $2 million, federal prosecutors said.

First Person to Get COVID Vaccine in NC says it's Less Painful than a Flu Shot

New hope in the fight against COVID-19, as the first people in Charlotte get vaccinated against the deadly virus. The first vaccine administered in the state was given to a doctor at Carolinas Medical Center.

Democrat Joe Biden Clears 270-Vote Threshold In Electoral College Count

Joe Biden has cleared the 270-electoral-vote mark to formalize his presidential victory with California’s 55 votes.

Caldwell Unc Health Care Receives Covid Vaccine

Caldwell UNC Health Care Receives COVID-19 Vaccine

Caldwell UNC Health Care in Lenoir is one of 11 North Carolina hospitals that received the COVID-19 vaccine.

23-Year-Old Shot, Killed In Northeast Charlotte

A northeast Charlotte homicide investigation is underway after a man was found fatally shot early Sunday.

Beasley Concedes Defeat In North Carolina Chief Justice Race

North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Beasley conceded on Saturday to Republican Paul Newby in their extremely close election after two rounds of recounts saw little change in the vote margin between them.

North Carolina Awards 15 Electoral College Votes To Trump

North Carolina awarded its 15 electoral votes to President Donald Trump on Monday, following the will of the people in a state where the Republican won a narrow victory.