Mecklenburg County commissioners release statement on Charlotte mayor appointment
The Chairman of the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners released a statement on the appointment of attorney Rob Harrington as Charlotte's interim mayor.
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Senate for first time approves a war powers resolution in a rebuke to Trump over Iran conflict
The Senate for the first time has approved a war powers resolution to block U.S. military action against Iran. Tuesday's vote comes as lawmakers warily watch President Donald Trump’s efforts to resolve the conflict. It was the 10th time the Senate has tried to advance a war powers resolution.
8 convicted in Texas immigration center shooting and protest are sentenced to decades in prison
One of the defendants, a former U.S. Marine Corps reservist convicted of opening fire during the July 4 demonstration outside the Prairieland Detention Center near Dallas, was sentenced to 100 years in prison, the maximum punishment.
Ronaldo becomes first player to score in six World Cups with two goals against Uzbekistan
The 41-year-old Ronaldo made history in the sixth minute when João Cancelo crossed it to him and he shot with his right foot to make it 1-0.
Europe swelters under an early heat wave as France records its hottest day ever
France has recorded its hottest day ever amid an exceptional heat wave in Europe. The national weather agency says France’s national thermal indicator—an average of temperatures measured at 30 weather stations— hit a new record of 85.6 F.
Savannah Guthrie says family remains 'in agony' over missing mom, begs the public for tips
“Today” show host Savannah Guthrie made an emotional appeal to viewers Tuesday. She pleaded with them to step forward with any information about her missing mother. Her plea came a day after news organizations said a ransom note months ago had indicated that she was dead.
Up 'n Adam: Brick Masters Studio LEGO Exhibition
Adam Wurtzel went to Discovery Place Science for a tour of their newest exhibit, Brick Masters Studio LEGO Exhibition.
Up 'n Adam: Blume Studios new attractions
Adam Wurtzel went to Blume Studios for a look at their two new VR experiences, "Life Chronicles" and "Space Explorers: The ISS Experience."
Transition Tuesday: AM showers with humidity dropping through the day
Today will be a transition day as a cold front moves across the area. Humidity will drop through the day and clouds will decrease.
Former Charlotte Mayor Eddie Knox dies at age 89
The Charlotte community is mourning the loss of former Mayor Eddie Knox. Knox, a longtime attorney and civic leader, served as Charlotte's 49th mayor from 1979 to 1983.
