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Teacher Fired For Racist Comments Caught On Camera

A middle school teacher in Baltimore, Maryland, was fired after footage of her spouting racially charged comments at her students went viral.

Woody Harrelson Talks About New Movie "The Edge of Seventeen"

CHARLOTTE, NC -- "The Edge of Seventeen," the R-rated comedy movie starring Hailee Steinfeld and Woody Harrelson, is in theaters. WCCB News Rising anchor Derek James caught up with Harrelson to talk about…

Getting Funky for the Weekend with Friday Dance Party

It's finally Friday! We're saying 'hello' to the weekend with some funky music from Bruno Mars.

Morganton Residents Pray As Wildfires Bear Down On Their Homes

Hundreds of concerned citizens living in the Morganton area near the Chestnut Knob fire came to the Enola Fire Department hoping for more information on where the fire is going and what they need to do to protect their homes.

Veteran Attacked During Uptown Riots Speaks Out

Tonight, David Palmer, a seven year Army veteran, wants to say "Thank you" to the Charlotte community for their donations and prayers.

Charlotte School Of Law Put On Probation

The American Bar Association, which accredits law schools, made the decision after a meeting in late October.

AP Source: Trump Offers Flynn National Security Adviser Job

President-elect Donald Trump began building out his national security team Thursday, offering retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn the job of national security adviser. The move came as Trump made his most direct foray into foreign policy since the election, meeting with Japan's prime minister.

Counties Accepting Donations To Help Firefighters Battling The NC Wildfires

Counties are taking steps to direct donations that continue to come in for firefighters battling the wildfires in the western part of North Carolina.

Sheriff: 4 Dead In Murder-Suicide In Northern Virginia

Officials say two children are among four dead in a murder-suicide in northern Virginia.

Feds: Barrier To Gorilla Exhibit Entered By Boy Ineffective

A barrier separating Cincinnati Zoo visitors from a gorilla exhibit wasn't in compliance with standards when a 3-year-old boy slipped inside, resulting in the shooting death of an endangered gorilla named Harambe, federal inspectors concluded.

Dynamite Blast Scheduled Tomorrow At Matthews Construction Site

Officials are warning residents not to be alarmed if they hear a loud explosion sometime between 10am and 2pm on Friday, November 18th.

NC State Board Of Elections Gives An Update On The General Election Results Process

The North Carolina State Board of Elections released a statement today outlining procedures currently underway throughout the state regarding the recent general election and the race for governor.

DA To Seek Death Penalty On Suspects Charged After 2 Bodies Found In Burnt Car

Officials say the cases against two suspects charged in the deaths of Spencer Murray and Albert Austin will proceed as capital matters.

Governor McCrory Announces Up To $10K Reward Leading To Wildfire Arrest

During a news conference Thursday, Governor Pat McCrory said a reward of up to $10,000 is now being offered for information leading to the arrest of whomever may have started the wildfires.

Mortgage Rates Surge Following Election

With mortgage rates surging following the election win of Donald Trump, homebuyers may feel compelled to snap up loans before rates rocket even higher. But housing experts say consumers shouldn't get carried away by the post-election wave.

Wildfires Cause Hacking And Wheezing Across The South

Smoke from dozens of wildfires burning across the Southeast has people coughing and wheezing, even in places like Atlanta that are far from the flames.

Man Dissolves After Trying to Soak In Yellowstone Hot Spring

A trip to one of the nation's natural wonders ended in a unnatural tragedy.

Outdoor Burning Ban Issued For Mecklenburg County

The Mecklenburg County Fire Marshal's Office has issued a ban on all outdoor burning including, recreational fires and has canceled all burning permits.

Charlotte School Of Law Put On Probation

The Charlotte School of Law has been put on probation by the American Bar Association.

Holiday Events In Charlotte With Moira Quinn

CHARLOTTE, NC -- When it comes to family fun over the holidays you have plenty of options around Charlotte. Here are list of upcoming events: South End Tree Lighting Ceremony-…

Novant Health House Call: Antibiotic Resistance

CHARLOTTE, NC -- Antibiotics are valuable and life-saving therapies for patients with bacterial infections, but there are many illnesses that cannot be treated by antibiotics. The Centers for Disease Control and…