Man Who Was Wrongly Imprisoned For 44 Years Gets $750,000
A man who served nearly 44 years in prison for a crime he says he didn’t commit has received compensation from the state of North Carolina.
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Hidden Gems of CLT: The Artisan's Palate
What are you missing in your favorite neighborhood? WCCB Charlotte’s Alexandra Elich explores tucked away spots, historic businesses, and secret gardens in the middle of our bustling city. On this week’s Hidden Gems of Charlotte, Alex visits Artisan's Palate.
Video Shows Dog Attacking Horse Carriage In Waxhaw
The driver of a horse-drawn carriage in North Carolina is being credited with helping steer the horse and passengers to safety after a dog repeatedly attacked the animal as it was pulling the cart.
College Baseball Returns To Atrium Health Ballpark
After successfully holding games throughout March, officials with Atrium Health Ballpark welcome fans back to watch two area college teams play this April.
Learn To Fish In Fayetteville This April
Trained volunteers and staff with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will lead participants through a series of fishing workshops this April 2021, teaching everything from the fishing basics to surf fishing, fly-fishing, and more.
Caldwell County Hosts 2021 Drive-Thru Child Health And Safety Fair
On Wednesday, April 14th the Caldwell County Health Department will host the 2021 Child Health and Safety Fair as a drive-thru for parents and kids under 5-years-old.
Man Charged With Murder After Skeletal Remains Found In Wooded Area Of North Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has charged a 36-year-old man after skeletal remains were found in a wooded area in north Charlotte on March 28th.
AAA Survey: Traveler Optimism Grows As Summer Approaches
Traveler confidence is growing as COVID-19 vaccinations become more readily available. A new AAA survey reveals that nearly half of North Carolinians (48%) are comfortable taking a trip. That’s a 12 percentage-point increase compared to our previous survey in January.
South Carolina Man Wins $601,956 Cash 5 Jackpot
Charles Mewshaw of Fort Mill, S.C. tried his luck on a Cash 5 ticket and hit the $601,956 jackpot.
One Person Killed As Fire Destroys Mobile Home In Alexander County
One person has died after a fire engulfed and destroyed a mobile home in Alexander County early Wednesday morning, according to officials.
Police: Goat ‘Arrested’ After Report Of Break-In
Police in eastern North Carolina say they’ve “arrested” a goat after they got a call reporting an attempted break-in.
Catawba County Woman Hits $149,717 Cash 5 Jackpot
Debra Stevens of Sherrills Ford hit the jackpot when her Cash 5 ticket matched all five numbers in Sunday’s drawing, winning her $149,717.
Gastonia Police Ask For Public's Help Solving Homicide
The Gastonia Police Department is asking for the public's help in reference to a homicide that happened in March on South New Hope Road.
Air Quality Alert in Effect
Ground-level ozone will once again reach unhealthy standards on Wednesday in Mecklenburg county.
Police: Man With Pole Trashes Asian-Owned Convenience Store
An Asian-owned convenience store in Charlotte was trashed by a man who wielded a metal post and yelled racial slurs, according to police and a son of the store’s owners.
Mecklenburg County Man Wins $150,000 Lottery Prize
The letters of a crossword puzzle revealed a $150,000 prize for Isidro Lopez De Dios of Charlotte.
Tar Heels Turn To Assistant Hubert Davis As Roy Williams' Successor
North Carolina didn’t have to look far to find the successor to Hall of Fame coach Roy Williams or someone with a strong connection to the storied men’s basketball program.
Hiker Largely Unhurt After Tumbling 1,000 Feet In Mountains
A hiker in North Carolina was rescued largely unhurt after slipping from an overlook near the Blue Ridge Parkway and tumbling about 1,000 feet (305 meters).
