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CMPD: Police Investigate A Fatal Collision With A Synder Lance Truck In South Charlotte

Investigators say a driver of a Synder Lance truck hit and killed another employee on company property around 11 p.m. on August 27th.

Caldwell County Reports 20 Coronavirus Deaths And 1,409 Confirmed Cases

Caldwell County reported eight new positive COVID-19 cases Thursday — six in the 28645 Zip code, one in 28630, and one in 28601. One patient is under the age of 17; one is between 18 and 24; two are between 25 and 49; and four patients are between 50 and 64.

Panthers' Offense May Resemble Saints With Bridgewater At QB

If you can’t beat ’em, borrow from them.

Ronnie Long Set Free After 44 Years In Prison

Freedom after 44 years for Ronnie Long. The 63 year old concord man had his conviction overturned this week. Dozens of people were there to greet him as we walked through the Albermarle prison gates.

CMS Metrics Advisory Committee Discussing What Needs To Be Done To Return To In-Person Learning

It's clear: returning to in-person learning will be complicated. The CMS Metrics Advisory Committee discussed what needs to be done Thursday.

LYNX Blue Line Still Impacted For Charlotte Convention Center Construction

As construction continues on the Charlotte Convention Center, service to the LYNX Blue Line in Uptown will be impacted from August 29th to August 30th, according to a news release.

ASC Gives $148,700 In Grants For Cultural Projects Around Charlotte

From a digital art trail and commissioned works along Charlotte’s Monroe Road corridor to an online international street food and music festival to connect the city’s immigrant communities to the broader community, Charlotte-Mecklenburg residents and visitors will have opportunities to experience more community-focused and innovative cultural programs thanks to ASC Cultural Vision Grants.

Powerball Ticket Purchased With Online Play Wins $2 Million Prize

Wednesday’s Powerball drawing produced a $2 million prize for someone who bought a ticket through Online Play on the lottery’s website. The $3 Power Play ticket matched the numbers on the five white balls, 8-12-19-47-58, beating odds of 1 in 11.6 million.

Top 5 List Of Socially-Distanced Approved Activities In The Charlotte Area

Being safe and healthy during the pandemic just got more enjoyable with this list of top five social-distancing activities that can be enjoyed in Charlotte and surrounding areas.

Mecklenburg County Detention Officer Terminated, Facing Felony Assault Charge Following Fight With Inmate

A Mecklenburg County detention officer has been fired and is facing felony assault charges following a fight with an inmate, according to Sheriff Garry McFadden.

North Carolina Broadcast Legends

Over the last century, leaders, with deep roots from the mountains to the coast, have powered NC’s broadcast industry with their commitment to storytelling, technology, innovation and public service. The first generation of these radio and television pioneers has passed, but many of those who followed are still here.