Fantastic fall feels close out workweek
Sunny skies and comfy highs shepherd us into October's first weekend.
Matthews residents concerned about proposed data center
The proposed AI data center is 123 acres right off 485 along E John St. It was initially zoned for residential but the new proposal is for industrial use.
Authorities identify those killed in weekend North Carolina bar shooting
The three people killed in a mass shooting at a waterfront bar last weekend in Southport, North Carolina, have been identified.
911 calls released in deadly light rail stabbing of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska
WCCB has obtained the 911 calls made immediately after the light rail stabbing that killed Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska.
Top sporting event around Charlotte this week | October 2 - October 8
The Carolina Panthers return home and UNC Charlotte and Wingate have you covered with plenty of sports action this week. Click through the gallery to see all the sporting events happening in and around Charlotte each week.
How the government shutdown will affect student loans, FAFSA and the Education Department
The government shutdown means further disruption for the U.S. Education Department, which has seen half of its employees laid off by the Republican Trump administration.
Walmart plans to remove artificial colors and other food additives from store brands by 2027
Walmart says it plans to remove synthetic dyes and 30 other food additives from its store brands sold in the United States by January 2027.
Rabies Alert: Rowan County residents urged to take caution after animal and human exposures
Rowan County residents are being asked to remain vigilant after two rabies cases led to human exposure, according to public health officials.
11 arrested following York County child predator investigation
Eleven people have been arrested in an undercover sting after allegedly traveling to meet minors for sexual encounters in York County.
Claremont man arrested after multi-county high-speed chase
A Claremont man is accused of fleeing a license checkpoint and leading Troopers on a 100 mph pursuit through multiple counties. Troopers say he was arrested after he ran over stop sticks on I-40.
Candlelight: A haunted evening of Halloween classics arrives in Charlotte for a spooky night of music
This fall,Β Candlelight brings back to Charlotte its special Halloween edition: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics.Β
Charlotte Center City Partners talks events happening this weekend
From movies in the park to South End fitness, Brianna Bowers from Charlotte Center City Partners talks to Deirnesa Jefferson about this weekend's upcoming events.Β
5 homes collapse into the Outer Banks surf as Atlantic hurricanes swirl far offshore
Five unoccupied houses along North Carolinaβs Outer Banks collapsed into the ocean as Hurricanes Humberto and Imelda rumbled in the Atlantic.
Alluring start to October
The new month gets off to a warm start, but chilly mornings lurk ahead as we close out the workweek.
State auditor finds CATS spent $49M on security since 2022
A new state audit shows cats spent $49 million dollars on security since 2022. The most recent contract is with Professional Police Services for $18 million dollars a year with space for 219 officers, but some riders don't see the value.
Driver facing charges following northeast Charlotte accident that killed bicyclist
A driver is facing charges after a bicyclist was killed in an early morning accident in northeast Charlotte.
Walmart to bring 300 jobs to Gaston County with new fulfillment center
Walmart plans to open a new fulfillment center in Kings Mountain. The estimated $300 million investment will create more than 300 new jobs in Gaston County.
Former school bus driver known as 'Ms. Sharon' charged with sexually assaulting teens
A former Sugar Creek Charter School bus driver is facing numerous charges for allegedly sexually assaulting two teens, according to a news release from CMPD.
Trump and Hegseth declare end to 'politically correct' leadership in U.S. military
Hegseth announced new directives for troops that include βgender-neutralβ or βmale-levelβ standards for physical fitness, while Trump bragged about U.S. nuclear capabilities and warned that βAmerica is under invasion from within.β
'The heartbeat is starting to patter again': Asheville's River Arts District one year after Helene
Asheville's River Arts District was among the areas of town hit hardest by Helene. The scars are still visible, but a real sense of triumph over tragedy permeates the historic neighborhood.
U.S. government on brink of first shutdown in almost 7 years amid partisan standoff in Congress
A partisan standoff over health care and spending could trigger the first U.S. government shutdown in almost seven years and cause thousands of federal workers to be furloughed or laid off.
Rain fades away, sunshine in sight
Rain chances bottom out beyond Tuesday afternoon.
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