5.2 Million More Seek Unemployment Aid As US Layoffs Spread
The wave of layoffs that has engulfed the U.S. economy since the coronavirus struck forced 5.2 million more people to seek unemployment benefits last week.
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North Carolina Airports To Get $283 Million In COVID-19 Aid
More than 70 North Carolina airports will receive nearly $284 million in federal aid to help with their response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
UNC Charlotte To Hold Online Remembrance Of Fatal Shooting
The anniversary of the shooting deaths of two North Carolina university students will be observed with an online service because of the coronavirus mandate to stay at home.
Novant Health Contributes Additional $10 Million To COVID-19 Disaster Relief Fund
Novant Health is contributing an additional $10 million to the Novant Health Disaster Relief Fund, which was created by the Novant Health Foundation to provide financial assistance to team members who need it most during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Growing Concern About COVID-19 Outbreaks at Nursing Homes & Long-Term Care Facilities
There's growing concern about COVID-19 outbreaks at local nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Health Departments across our area are working to contain the spread and keep the most vulnerable safe.
Fraternal Order Of Police Calling For CMPD To Limit The Calls Officers Respond To
It's also calling for hazard pay. Three CMPD officers and one department employee have coronavirus, and about 30 others are in quarantine.
Albemarle Man Wanted On Arson Charges
An Albemarle man is wanted on felony arson charges, according to the Albemarle Police Department.
Honoring Our Heroes: Atrium Health Honors Dr. Katie Borders
Atrium Health is honoring Dr. Katie Borders, an OB/GYN at Shelby Women's Care.
Burke County Animal Control Says Domesticated Cat Tests Positive For Rabies
Burke County Animal Control says a domesticated cat tested positive for the rabies virus, according to a news release.
Honoring Our Heroes: Atrium Health Honors Nurse Brent Haas
Atrium Health is honoring RN, medical-surgical nurse, Brent Haas.
Cheerwine And The City Of Salisbury To Cancel 2020 Cheerwine Festival
After careful consideration and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control, as well as state and federal agencies, Cheerwine and the City of Salisbury, N.C., have decided to cancel this year's Cheerwine Festival, originally scheduled for Saturday, May 16.
Local Hospitals Say COVID-19 Field Hospital Not Needed For Now
Atrium Health and Novant Health say the hospital bed surge capacity they are building is sufficient for now and they do not need a field hospital for the COVID-19 patients they serve within their systems.
Two Charged Following Investigation Into Catalytic Converter Thefts In Iredell County
Two people have been charged following an investigation into the thefts of several catalytic converters in Iredell County.
Four CMPD Employees Test Positive For COVID-19; 28 Employees On Leave
The CMPD says three sworn officers and one non-sworn employee have tested positive for Covid-19.
Raccoon Tests Positive For Rabies In Northwest Charlotte
A rabies alert was sent out to residents in northwest Charlotte after a raccoon tested positive for rabies, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control.
Despite What You Are Seeing Online, Feds Say You Don't Have To Repay Your Coronavirus Relief Money
Videos and online reports claiming that millions of Americans will have to repay the relief checks they receive from the federal government under the $2.2 trillion coronavirus economic recovery bill are not true.
Queen City Audio Video & Appliances Is Offering A Hero's Discount For Healthcare Workers
Queen City Audio Video & Appliances is offering all healthcare workers a special 10% discount on their next purchase.
Officers Celebrate North Mecklenburg Hospital Workers With 'Parade Of Lights'
Multiple public safety officers conducted a “Parade of Lights” on Wednesday, April 15, to praise the brave Health care workers at hospitals in the north Mecklenburg County area. Watch video from the parade below:
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