The Republican Party formally nominated President Donald Trump for a second term in the White House Monday, one of the first acts of a GOP convention that has been dramatically scaled down to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Vice President Mike Pence speaks to the GOP on the first day of the Republican National Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina.Β Β
A 2.0 magnitude earthquake was reported just before 8am in the town of Leslie, South Carolina, which is just east of Rock Hill.
During the news conference, officials talked about the new COVID-19 stats for Mecklenburg County, preparations for the Republican National Convention, ALE enforcement on local bars, and how the coronavirus will impact the upcoming Panthers' football season.
UNC Charlotte Chancellor Sharon Gaber sent a letter to students and staff saying they will know by the middle of next week if the university will move to full virtual learning due to COVID-19.
Expect delays in and around Uptown from Sunday, August 23rd to Monday, August 24th as the Republican National Convention is held in Charlotte.
Officials say Poplin Elementary School is going to remote learning until September 8th after two staff members tested positive for COVID-19.Β Several staff members may have also been exposed to the virus, according to a news release from Union County Public Schools.
The Charlotte Hornets announced they have indefinitely suspended their play by play radio announced John Focke after he tweeted the N-word instead of 'Nuggets' on Twitter.
Country music legend Dolly Parton has gone viral for her response to the Black Lives Matter movement.Β The 74-year-old told Billboard during an interview, "Of course Black lives matter.Β Do we think our little white asses are the only ones that matter?Β No!"
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are investigating a shooting that happened at an apartment complex in Uptown Charlotte.Β The shooting was reported just after 12pm on North Graham Street near 7th Street.Β Β
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