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Charlotte Water Crews Respond To Wastewater Overflow In South Charlotte

Charlotte Water crews say around 3,600 gallons of wastewater overflow reached Little Hope Creek in the Catawba River Watershed due to heavy rains on November 12th.

Charlotte Firefighters Rescue 143 People After Charter School Evacuated Due To Flooding

Heavy flooding in northeast Charlotte caused by intense rain and storms Thursday morning resulted in the Charlotte Fire Department having to rescue over 140 people from a charter school that had to evacuate.

Gardner-Webb Football Prepares For Charlotte 49ers

The wait is almost over for the Runnin' Bulldogs. Gardner-Webb's season was moved to spring due to the coronavirus pandemic, but teams in the Big South are allowed to play up to four non-conference games this fall.

Massive Flooding Reported Throughout North Carolina And South Carolina | PHOTOS

Massive flooding has been reported throughout WCCB's viewing after several inches of rain was dumped on the Carolinas late Wednesday evening into Thursday afternoon.

Cabarrus County Man ‘In Awe’ After Winning $691,417 Fast Play Jackpot

On Nov. 6, Joshua Hinson of Concord tried his luck on a $10 Fast Play ticket and hit the largest jackpot yet, winning $691,417.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Emergency Management Presser Regarding Flooding Across The Area | VIDEO

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Office, Charlotte Fire Department, and Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department will hold a virtual media briefing Thursday to update the public about the flooding across the area.

WCCB's Interactive Radar

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UNC Charlotte Moves To 'Reduced Operations' Due To Flash Flooding

As a result of deteriorating weather conditions and flash floods in the Charlotte area, the University will move to Condition 1 (reduced operations) effective immediately and until further notice. Avoid travel by vehicle or by foot during this time, and be aware of possible road closures.

Hidden Gems Of CLT: Rosie's Wine Garden

WCCB Charlotte’s Alexandra Elich explores tucked away spots, historic businesses, and secret gardens in the middle of our bustling city.

Large Crowds Pack Church Convocation Event Despite COVID Concerns

There are concerns an event drawing hundreds of people to a Charlotte church could turn into another super-spreader event.

Ron Klain Appointed As White House Chief Of Staff By President-Elect Joe Biden

President-elect Joe Biden has chosen his longtime adviser Ron Klain to reprise his role as his chief of staff, installing an aide with decades of experience in the top role in his White House.

Charlotte Hornets Unveil New City Edition Uniform

The Charlotte Hornets revealed their new City Edition uniform for the 2020-21 NBA season on November 11th, according to a news release.

North Carolina Tennis Association Launches 'Try Tennis Toolkit' Supporting Underserved Communities

The North Carolina Tennis Association (NCTA) launches a 'Try Tennis Toolkit' to provide tennis equipment to underserved members in the community looking to get involved in the sport, according to a news release.

North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis Reelected, Keeps Seat For GOP

North Carolina Republican Thom Tillis has won reelection to his U.S. Senate seat, confirming that Democrats must now win both runoff races in Georgia in January if they are to seize Senate control from the GOP.

Panthers Nominate Christian McCaffrey For The Salute To Service Award

The Carolina Panthers nominated running back Christian McCaffrey for the Salute to Service Award presented by the USAA, according to a news release.

Drive-In Holiday Movies Return As Speedway Christmas Presented By Count On Me NC Opens Next Week

Open Nov. 21 through Jan. 17, Speedway Christmas presented by Count On Me NC will liven up the Southeast’s largest drive-thru holiday light show with Christmas classics on the big screen every Thursday through Sunday.

U.S Marines Veteran Celebrates Veterans Day With ‘Red Hot’ Million-Dollar Win

Yaheem Jones of Creswell, a former combat engineer in the U.S. Marine Corps, was cleaning up when he stumbled upon a surprise in the form of a scratch-off ticket worth $1 million.

Carolina Together: YWCA Central Carolinas Providing Affordable Housing For More Than A Century

If you work in Charlotte, you should be able to live in Charlotte, right? It is difficult for many people to find affordable housing in the Queen City.

Tropics Update: Eta Strengthens to a Hurricane

Eta will likely make it's second Florida landfall north of Tampa Thursday.

Celebrating Our Veterans!

In honor of Veterans day, the Rising crew discuss the veterans in their lives and what they mean to them.

Mary C. Curtis: Transition Turmoil as Trump Refuses to Concede

President-elect Joe Biden's transition team is pushing ahead, even as President Donald Trump and his administration fight the election results and decline to give access to Biden's team.