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Report: NC Nonprofit Hospitals Falling Short On Charity Care

State Treasurer Dale Folwell says many North Carolina nonprofit hospitals are falling short in treating the poor for free or reduced rates to validate their tax-exempt status.

She Asked To Bring Oxygen To Work -- They Fired Her Instead

A woman who was fired after asking to bring an oxygen tank to work to help her breathe will get $25,000 in a federal settlement.

Krispy Kreme Celebrates First Responders With Free Coffee And Doughnut

First Responders are in for a sweet treat Thursday as Krispy Kreme will be celebrating them with a free Original Glazed® Doughnut and free brewed coffee.

Should Carolina Panthers Trade For Texans Qb Deshaun Watson?

NFL: Panthers Won't Seek Deshaun Watson Trade

The Carolina Panthers are not expected to pursue Deshaun Watson according to reports from NFL.com.

COVID Spread Plummeting In North Carolina, State Data Shows

The spread of COVID-19 has dropped substantially in North Carolina in recent weeks.

SC State Superintendent Of Education Will Not Seek Re-Election

South Carolina State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced Wednesday that she will not pursue re-election in 2022.

Cleveland County Traffic Stop Leads To $176K Worth Of Meth

Two people have been charged after a traffic stop in Kings Mountain led to the seizure of $176,000 worth of meth Friday, according to deputies.

Crisp, Sunny Wednesday; Rain Returns Thursday

Pleasant Fall Wednesday Before Soaking Rain to End the Week

Sunny today, but rain and storms return Thursday.

United States Issues Its 1st Passport With 'X' Gender Marker

The United States has issued its first passport with an “X” gender designation — a milestone in the recognition of the rights of people who don’t identify as male or female.

Deputies: Man's Body Found On Banks Of Catawba River In Morganton Identified

The Burke County Sheriff's Office said the body found on the banks of the Catawba River in Morganton Friday has been identified.

Former Novant Health Executive Wins $10M In Discrimination Case

A former top executive in a North Carolina-based health care system who claimed in a lawsuit that he lost his job because he is a white male has been awarded $10 million by a federal jury.

Not A Trick: No White House Treats For Halloween This Year

Ghosts and goblins can scratch the White House from their trick or treating routes this year.

Wilson's World: Central Piedmont Child Programs

Wilson's World: At The Harris Campus of Central Piedmont Community College Learning More About Their Culinary and Child Development Programs

The Harris Campus of Central Piedmont invited Wilson to learn more about their Culinary and Child Development programs!

Thieves Steal From Seoul Food Meat Company Employee

Video Shows Someone Stealing From Employee At Popular South End Restaurant

Surveillance video shows three people walking into Seoul Food Meat Company on South Church Street around 9 pm on October 2nd.

CMS Teachers Rally Amid Ongoing School Staffing Shortage

Teachers are rallying amid worries about an ongoing staffing shortage in CMS. Members of the Charlotte Mecklenburg Association of Educators gathered outside Tuesday night's school board meeting.

FDA Advisory Committee Recommends Pfizer Covid Vaccine For Children 5-11 Years Old

FDA Advisory Committee approves Pfizer Covid Vaccine for Children 5-11 years old. The decision comes as more and more people are getting their booster shots.

Davidson County Parents Charged In Abuse Of 6-Week-Old

The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office says two parents have been arrested in a child abuse case in which a 6-week-old was diagnosed with life-threatening injuries.

AAA: 'Oh Deer!' Tips To Avoid Deer Collisions And Costly Repairs

With deer mating season underway, AAA Carolinas is urging motorists to be cautious and extra vigilant on the roads to help avoid collisions, as October through December is considered to be the worst months of the year for vehicle collisions with animals.