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Nc Governor Roy Cooper Declares State Of Emergency In Response To Coronavirus Outbreak

NC 2-1-1 To Provide Assistance For COVID-19

Statewide service can refer people to organizations in their community that are helping with health and human service resources

Morganton Man Sentenced To Life After Killing A 57-Year-Old Neighbor

According to a news release, a Morganton man has been sentenced to life in prison for the first-degree murder of a 57-year-old man. The Burke County jury needed less than half an hour to make this decision.

Homicide Investigation Underway After Victim Shot, Killed While Being Treated In Ambulance

The suspect in the south Charlotte homicide investigation has been charged with murder after a victim was shot and killed while being treated by MEDIC.

Treasury Proposal: Deliver $500B To Americans Starting April

The Treasury Department wants to start issuing direct payments to Americans by early next month as the centerpiece of a $1 trillion plan to stabilize the economy as the coronavirus epidemic threatens a body slam to taxpayers and businesses.

Good Deed By Retired Shelby Fireman Leads To $4M Lottery Win

For Kenneth Crews, a retired Shelby fireman, his good deed of giving a friend a ride to work on a rainy Sunday led to a $4 million prize.

Suspect In North Charlotte Homicide Case Located, Arrested In Georgia

According to CMPD, the suspect involved in a north Charlotte homicide has been located and arrested in Georgia.

Mary C. Curtis: Biggest Takeaways from Tuesday's Primaries

Our political contributor Mary C. Curtis gives her analysis on Tuesday's primaries.

Mecklenburg County Commissioner, Husband Quarantined Over Coronavirus Fears

Public health director says there is community spread of Covid-19 in Mecklenburg County

NC Relaxes Rules for Unemployment Benefits; Federal Gov't Could Send Checks to Americans

With businesses cutting hours and some temporarily closing, the state is making it easier for people to qualify for unemployment benefits. Meantime, the federal government is considering sending checks to Americans, along with loans and payments to businesses.

Gov. Roy Cooper Seeks Business Aid, Orders Restaurants And Bars To Suspend Dine-In Services

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper has asked the federal government’s small business agency to declare an emergency because of the coronavirus so merchants and firms can access low-interest loans.

City Of Charlotte Buildings To Close To The Public

City-operated buildings will be closed to the public indefinitely beginning Wednesday, March 18.

CMPD Says No Charges Filed In East Charlotte Homicide

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department say they are investigating a domestic related homicide in east Charlotte.

Union County Public Schools Offers Free Daily Meals For Students During School Closures

Beginning March 18, UCPS will offer free daily meals to children 18 years old and under.

Gaston County Public Health Director Orders Gyms And Buffets To Shut Down Amid Coronavirus Concerns

In keeping with existing measures taken to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Gaston County Department of Health & Human Services is issuing additional restrictions on local establishments to protect the health and safety of Gaston County residents, especially our most vulnerable members of the community.

UNC Charlotte Residence Hall Students Required To Move Out By Friday

UNC Charlotte announced today new changes for the campus to combat the spread of COVID-19 including having all students who are on campus currently to move out by Friday.

2020 ACC Baseball Championship That Was Set In Charlotte Cancelled

With continuing concerns over the coronavirus (COVID-19), the Atlantic Coast Conference today cancelled the upcoming 2020 ACC Baseball Championship along with all other spring athletic activity. The event was set to take place at BB&T Ballpark in Uptown Charlotte from May 19-24.