North Carolina News

The Politics of War: What's Next in The U.S.-Iran Conflict

Political contributor Mary C. Curtis discusses the tensions in the Middle East.

Police In Kings Mountain Have Charged A Man For The Death Of A 2-Year-Old

A North Carolina man has been charged with murder after a 2-year-old died at a hospital, police said.

Get To Know Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule

The Carolina Panthers have found their man. The team has agreed to terms with Matt Rhule to become the 5th head coach of the franchise. Rhule's contract…

Lincoln County Commissioners Vote To Become Second Amendment Sanctuary

Lincoln County leaders call it a bold stand to protect their constitutional rights

Hospital Flu Restrictions Go into Effect on Wednesday Morning

Flu restrictions begin at Charlotte-area hospitals on Wednesday morning. Children 12 years old and younger won't be allowed to visit patients. It comes as this flu season is shaping up to be one of the worst in decades.

How Effective Is A Violence Interruption Program?

WCCB is digging deeper into the city's plans to solve the violent crime issue following a deadly 2019. CMPD is recommending the city use a violence interruption program. The department may follow the program in St. Louis.

Gov. Cooper Urges Public to Pay Attention to Potential Cyberthreats

N.C. Governor Roy Cooper warns people to pay attention for possible retaliatory cyberattacks following recent events in Iran.

Gaston County Receives First Reported Rabies Case of 2020

On Thursday, January 2nd, Gaston County Police Animal Care and Enforcement received a call in reference to a possible rabid animal after a family dog killed a raccoon.

Rowan County Chase Ends With Officer Involved Shooting

On Monday, Rowan County Sheriff’s Office Deputies responded to a reported armed robbery of a female taxi cab driver near China Grove.

School Closings And Delays For January 7th

Delays: Avery County – 3 hour delay Closed: Ashe County – Closed Watauga County – Closed

Charlotte Iranian Family Reacts To Soleimani's Death

Iran is asking the U-N Security Council to condemn the U-S air strike in Iraq that killed one of its top military commanders

State Superintendent Addresses Teacher Pay, New School Security App

The State Superintendent of Education gave WCCB Charlotte an update on new school security measures and his thoughts on the budget battle leaving some teachers without a pay raise.

Unique 3D Light Show Displayed On Side Of Catholic Diocese Building In Uptown Charlotte

This week, you can check out an unique 3D light show on the side of the Catholic Diocese building in Uptown Charlotte.

CMPD: Man Acted In Self-Defense During Shooting In Southeast Charlotte

Police say the man who shot and killed another man during an argument at an apartment complex in southeast Charlotte, in August 2019, will not be charged with a crime as he acted in self defense.

Wanted: Ashton Lemus

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is currently searching for Ashton Lemus after he allegedly cut off his electronic monitoring device.

Charlotte Man Arrested Following Police Chase Through Rowan County

A Charlotte man was arrested after police say he led officers on a chase through Rowan County while he was driving a stolen vehicle, according to a news release.