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Charlotte MLS Announces Sergio Ruiz As Club's First-Ever Signing

Charlotte’s Major League Soccer team has announced the signing of its first-ever professional player, Spanish midfielder Sergio Ruiz.

N.C. Residents Won't Need A Doctor's Order For A COVID Test

North Carolina announced Tuesday that residents will no longer need a doctor’s referral to get a coronavirus test.

Union County High School To Change Its ‘Rebels’ Nickname

A high school in North Carolina will change its mascot and nickname. Parkwood High School outside of Charlotte will no longer be called the Rebels.

New Speedway Drive-In Movie Series Coming Wednesday Nights In July At Charlotte Motor Speedway

Charlotte Motor Speedway has announced a new summer drive-in movie series to entertain guests and highlight some classics of the silver screen.

Mecklenburg County Commissioners Pass Stricter Mask Requirements

Mecklenburg County Commissioners voted Tuesday night to pass stricter mask requirements as coronavirus cases continue to rise in the county.

NASCAR Driver Jimmie Johnson Cleared To Race After 2 Negative Coronavirus Tests

Seven-time NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson has twice tested negative for the coronavirus and has been cleared to race Sunday at Kentucky Speedway.

South Carolina Pier Damaged In 2016 Hurricane Reopens

A South Carolina pier heavily damaged in a hurricane four years ago is finally reopening.

Union Co. Health Department Links 16 COVID Cases To Marvin Ridge High School Graduation Ceremony

The Union Co. Health Department is confirming a new COVID cluster. 16 positive coronavirus cases all with one link: the people attended the Marvin Ridge High School graduation ceremony. The NC Governor ordered in-person ceremonies not to happen, but school board members pushed forward anyway.

Debate Continues Over Confederate Monuments in Charlotte Area

The debate continues over the future of Confederate monuments in the Charlotte area. It comes as two men and a juvenile are accused of defacing a Confederate statue in Cornelius early Monday morning.

More Than A Dozen People Who Attended Marvin Ridge High School Graduation Test Positive For Coronavirus

Union County Public Health says 16 people who attended Marvin Ridge High School's graduation ceremony have tested positive for COVID-19, according to a news release.

Police: 32-Year-Old Statesville Woman Charged After Fatally Shooting Alleged Trespasser

The Statesville Police have arrested and charged the resident that fatally shot an alleged trespasser Monday morning.

South Carolina Man Scores $309,629 Cash 5 Jackpot With ‘Golden Ticket’

Charles Ibach III of Indian Land, S.C. tried his luck with North Carolina’s Cash 5 game and hit the $309,629 jackpot in the July 1st drawing.

How Risky Is Dining Out During The COVID-19 Pandemic?

How risky is dining out during the COVID-19 pandemic?

North Carolina Mountain State Fair Canceled Due To COVID-19

North Carolina’s agriculture commissioner announced Tuesday that the 2020 Mountain State Fair has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Larry Hall Attempted First Degree Murder

CMPD: Suspect Charged With Six Counts Of Attempted Murder

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Detectives have charged an 18-year-old for the attempted murder of six victims after he shot into a vehicle with a rifle Monday afternoon.

Multiple Shots Fired At Huntersville Police While Investigating Crash

Police are investigating after shots were fired at officers and civilians at the scene of a Huntersville crash early Monday morning.

As COVID Numbers Rise In South Carolina, Hospitals Eye Bed Space

If South Carolina’s coronavirus infection and hospitalization numbers continue rising at their current rates, hospitals will likely have to implement a medical surge plan to add 3,000 more beds for patients, the state hospital association said Monday.