North Carolina Governor Grants Pardon To Ex-Death Row Inmate
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper granted a pardon Wednesday to a man who was once on death row for a shopkeeperβs slaying and spent more than 40 years in prison before he was released.
Fatherβs Day Gifts That Celebrate Interests Old And New
After a pandemic year in which the shape of work and play were transformed, Fatherβs Day gifts can embrace comforting old favorites or celebrate exciting new interests.
CMPD: Silver Alert Cancelled For 61-Year-Old Charlotte Man
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department says the 61-year-old man that was reported missing from northwest Charlotte has been located.
Huntersville Racer Johan Schwartz To Compete In Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
A driver from Huntersville, North Carolina is among 60 from around the world who will take part in the Race To The Clouds on June 27th.Β Johan Schwartz says racing has always been in his blood, even as a child growing up in Denmark.
Wilson's World: Charlottean Attempting to Get Into The Guinness Book of World Records
A Charlottean is attempting to get into the Guinness Book of World Records and she's asked Wilson's World for help!
Supreme Court Dismisses Challenge To Obama Health Law
The Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge to the Obama era health care law, preserving insurance coverage for millions of Americans.
Last Dry, Pleasant Day; Rain and Storms to Impact Father's Day Plans
Another pleasant day. Heating up this weekend. HeavyΒ rain by the end of the weekend.
Police: 20-Year-Old Charlotte Man Dies After Losing Control Of Dirt Bike In Mint Hill
Police say a 20-year-old Charlotte man died on Wednesday after losing control of his dirt bike and crashing into the side of a pick-up truck in Mint Hill .
CMPD: 2 Officers Seriously Injured After Drunk Driver Hits Patrol Car Head-On In East Charlotte
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say two officers were taken to a local hospital with serious injuries after a drunk driver collided head-on with their patrol car in east Charlotte on Wednesday.
Congress Approves Bill To Make Juneteenth A Federal Holiday
The United States will soon have a new federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the nation.
Union County Volunteer Competes For "Mr. Fitness" Title And $20,000 Donation
A Union County man is competing for the title of "Mr. Fitness" in an online competition, and says he will donate the $20,000 prize to the nonprofit Common Heart if he wins.
City Of York Presents Free Summer Concert Series
Officials with the City of York say the next round of live music in their summer concert series, to be enjoyed al fresco, is scheduled for Thursday, June 24th at Downtown York's City Market.
Appeals Court Refuses To Reinstate North Carolina Abortion Ban
North Carolinaβs ban on most abortions after the 20th week of pregnancy must remain unenforceable, a federal appeals court ruled on Wednesday, rejecting arguments that the law should be left intact because prosecutors arenβt going after doctors who violate it.
U.S. Army Has Hidden Or Downplayed Loss Of Firearms For Years
The U.S. Army has hidden or downplayed the extent to which its firearms disappear, significantly understating losses and thefts even as some weapons are used in street crimes.
Scorching Heat across the Western United States
Furnace creek holds the record for the hottest recorded temperature on Earth which was 134Β°. They will make a run at 130Β° this week.
Man Connected To Two Charlotte Murders Arrested For Killing Man In Union County
A Marshville man, that is connected to two Charlotte-area murders from April 2021, is now facing charges in Union County for the murder of a 33-year-old man.
Charlotte Hornets' LaMelo Ball Named NBA's Rookie Of The Year
ESPN officials say Charlotte Hornets' guard LaMelo Ball has been named NBA's Rookie of the Year for 2020-21.
Charlotte Region Home Sales Heat Up As New Listings Increase In May
As North Carolinians continue to adjust to reopening and a return to normal activities, residential real estate sales across the Charlotte region continue to heat up. According to Canopy MLS, sales in May 2021 rose 26.4 percent year-over-year.
Humane Society of Charlotte Collaborates to Brew A Special Fundraiser with NoDa Brewing Company
The Humane Society of Charlotte (HSC) will kick off a new fundraiser in collaboration with NoDa Brewing Company in July to raise money to support the mission of HSC. The online photo contest, Rescue Brew, will run through Saturday, July 31 and the winning pet photos will be announced on Friday, August 13.
Biden, Putin Set Consultations On Updating Nuclear Pact
Russian President Vladimir Putin says he and U.S. President Joe Biden agreed in a βconstructiveβ summit Wednesday to return their nationsβ ambassadors to their posts and begin negotiations to replace the last remaining treaty between the two countries limiting nuclear weapons.
Likely Tropical System To Impact Gulf, East Coast This Weekend
Regardless of development, heavy rain and gusty winds will impact the Gulf and East Coast from this weekend into early next week.
Anderson: QB Sam Darnold Has Different βAuraβ In Carolina
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Robby Anderson couldnβt help but notice a difference in Sam Darnoldβs persona when he walked into Bank of America Stadium on Tuesday for the teamβs mandatory three-day minicamp.
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