What to know about fireworks and the risk of wildfires this July 4th
Officials are encouraging families to attend professional displays instead of lighting fireworks at home.
Trump Accounts launch July 4, giving newborns $1,000. Here's what to know
On Saturday, President Donald Trump's administration plans to launch Trump Accounts, tying the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence to an effort to boost financial independence for American kids.
The Declaration's forgotten (non)signer: John Dickinsonβs missing 1776 signature haunts his legacy
Jane Calvert has spent 25 years championing John Dickinson, a lesser-known Revolutionary War figure. Known for not signing the Declaration of Independence, Dickinson was a key voice against British taxation and wrote βThe Liberty Song.β Despite his contributions, he sought peace with Britain and abstained from the independence vote.
The America 250 time capsule will be buried Saturday. What did the Carolinas contribute?
A 900-pound time capsule marking the 250th anniversary of American independence has been sealed shut and shipped to Philadelphia, where it will be buried Saturday.
Competitive eaters will slurp down hot dogs this July 4th
Nathanβs Famous Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest is Saturday. The yearly bun fight, which dates back to 1972, sees large crowds of fans in foam hot-dog hats gather in front of the original Nathanβs Famous restaurant in Coney Island, Brooklyn, to cheer on the competitors as they chow down.
Extreme heat bears down as America 250 celebrations ramp up. Trump heads to Mount Rushmore
Festivities marking the 250th anniversary of American independence are ramping up across the United States.
Police investigating deadly crash in north Charlotte
Police are investigating a deadly crash that happened in north Charlotte on Thursday night.
1 dead, 1 hurt in overnight crash
A deadly crash shut down part of Independence Boulevard early Friday morning.
Hornets acquire veteran forward, 3 picks in trade with Rockets
The Charlotte Hornets acquired forward Dorian Finney-Smith and three second-round draft picks in a trade with the Houston Rockets.
2 arrested after police seize nearly $8M in counterfeit goods in Gaston County
Police said they arrested two suspects after seizing nearly $8 million worth in counterfeit items.
Rescue mission launches to save NASA telescope that's falling back to Earth
A three-armed spacecraft is rushing to the rescue of a NASA telescope thatβs in danger of crashing back to Earth.
Family says Salisbury teen caught a ride before being shot and left at gas station to die
We're learning more about the teen victim in a Salisbury deadly shooting. Investigators say 17-year-old Jeron Ellis was killed Sunday afternoon.
No word what sparked fire at north Charlotte car repair shop
It happened around five Thursday afternoon at R&R Imports on North Tryon Street.
CLT Airport passenger activity projected to be down 6.7% Fourth of July holiday
1.6 million passengers are expected to pass through Charlotte Douglas between June 26th and July 6th. That's fewer people than last year.
Monroe Police investigating two shootings from Friday night
Monroe Police need your help investigating two separate overnight shootings from Friday.
One hurt in Thursday afternoon shooting near Optimist Hall
MEDIC says it took one person to the hospital following shooting in north Charlotte.
Historic $34B budget now heads to NC Gov. Josh Stein's desk
After a years-long standoff, North Carolina lawmakers have officially passed a historic $34 billion state budget.
2 men in hospital after overnight plane crash in Lancaster County
Two pilots are fighting for their lives following an overnight plane crash in Lancaster County. First responders rushed to a wooded area off Brooklyn Avenue just before one Thursday morning.
CMPD searching for missing man last seen on Tuesday
CMPD detectives need your help locating a missing 74-year-old Charlotte man.
Toddler reunited with guardians after being found walking alone near roadway
Police say a child found wandering alone in west Charlotte has been safely reunited with guardians.
Extreme heat pushing MEDIC to brink; 594 answered calls on Wednesday alone
The scorching summer heat is pushing local first responders to the brink. MEDIC reports that Wednesday was their second busiest day of the entire year.
Car used to support veterans destroyed and vandalized with racial slurs
Work at a non-profit supporting veterans is on pause after vandals ruined their vehicle with racial slurs. US Veterans Hall of Fame has used the car for the last 14 years to help provide veterans in the area and surrounding states with essential needs.
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