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Mecklenburg County Woman Snags $1 Million Prize

Eleni Housiadas of Charlotte decided to pick up a 50X the Cash ticket and scored a $1 million top prize.

Much Needed Rain Heading Toward the Carolinas

Rain and storms return to the forecast today. Soggy end to the week.

The Snark: Be Best, Extreme Sisters, Harry's Wand & Hurricane Uranus

Clips from "Married to Medicine" and "Extreme Sisters" plus Derek has thoughts on the Harry Potter themed store opening in New York City tomorrow, rollercoaster love, marathon shrinkage and Hurricane Uranus.

Dueling Parent Protests Before Union Co. School Board Meeting

Union County parents faced off in dueling protests before Tuesday night's school board meeting. Some say partisan politics are distracting from what should be the board's priority -- educating children.

Rallies Against Andrew Brown Jr. Killing Held In Several N.C. Cities Including Charlotte

Rallies against the deputy-involved shooting of an unarmed Black man in Elizabeth City took place in various North Carolina cities including Charlotte Tuesday afternoon.

Deputies: Morganton Man Arrested For Accused Statutory Rape Of Child

A 37-year-old Morganton man was arrested and charged after an investigation into an alleged statutory rape of a child Friday, deputies said.

2021 Atlantic Basin Hurricane Pronunciation Guide

June 1 marks the start of the Atlantic hurricane season which means the name pronunciation guide has been released. We want to know, is your name part of this year's list?

Two Lincolnton Men Arrested, Charged For Fatal Gastonia Shooting

Two people have been arrested for the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old Gastonia man Monday, according to police.

AAA: Carolinians See Minimal Movement At The Pump Over Holiday Weekend

The majority of Carolinians saw little-to-no changes to pump prices or a decline on the week during the holiday weekend. However, prices may not stay stagnant for long.

Higher Rates In Effect For Duke Energy Customers

Higher rates are going into effect for Duke Energy customers.

Novant Health Announces Series Of Street Festivals Across North Carolina

To mark the progress made in the fight against COVID-19, Novant Health announced it will be hosting a series of Welcome Back Fest street festivals across the communities it serves in North Carolina.

Mann Travels Announces Norwegian Cruise Line's Return to Cruising

Mann Travels is announcing the return to cruising for Norwegian Cruise Lines and others for this summer and beyond. Norwegian Cruise Lines’ first available cruises will be in Alaska, The Caribbean and Europe starting this summer.

The Snark: Mean MIL, A Bratty Boy, Canned Spinach & Florida Man

A mean mother-in-law and bratty boy behavior on "90 Day Fiance," not so great results from a couple of new surveys and another "Florida Man" story in Derek's Tuesday Snark.

Much Needed Rain to Start the Month

Happy First Day of Meteorological Summer! Clouds fill in today, as near normal highs return. Much needed rain returns late week.

Mecklenburg Co. Commission Plans to Pass $2B Budget Tuesday Night

The budget battle heats up again on Tuesday night, as Mecklenburg County Commissioners meet to approve their $2 billion budget. Commissioners still plan to withhold $56 million of their $526 million allocation to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.

2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season Names

The "official" start of the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season is tomorrow, June 1st and new this year, there will be no Greek alphabet names.

Two Arrested For 29-Year-Old Woman's Death In East Charlotte

Two people have been arrested after a 29-year-old woman was found dead in east Charlotte Saturday afternoon, according to police.

Osaka: ‘Best Thing’ For French Open Would Be Her Withdrawal

Naomi Osaka wrote on Twitter on Monday that “the best thing for the tournament” would be if she withdrew from the French Open, a dramatic turn of events for the four-time Grand Slam champion and former No. 1-ranked player.

Charlotte Brings Normal To NASCAR Cup Series Going Forward

Practice, qualifying, happy fans and a Hendrick Motorsports driver winning at Charlotte Motor Speedway: It doesn’t get much more normal than that in NASCAR these days.

Biden Commemorates War Dead At Arlington National Cemetery

President Joe Biden honored America’s war dead at Arlington National Cemetery on Memorial Day by laying a wreath at the hallowed burial ground and extolling the sacrifices of the fallen for the pursuit of democracy.

State Urges South Carolinians To Prep For Tropical Weather

As the Atlantic hurricane season approaches, officials in South Carolina are encouraging residents to get their supplies and plans in order, in case the state is impacted by storms again this year.