NASCAR driver Alex Bowman to retire from full-time racing after 2027 season
NASCAR driver Alex Bowman will retire from full-time racing following the 2027 season.
US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
The outbreak included 72 people as of Wednesday.
Panthers lose OLB Nic Scourton to torn ACL on first day of training camp, AP source says
The Carolina Panthers have lost outside linebacker Nic Scourton for the season after he suffered a torn ACL in his right knee on the first day of training camp on Thursday.
CMPD charges 3 teens with murder in deadly shooting of 14-year-old boy
Three teens are facing charges in connection to the deadly shooting of a 14-year-old in west Charlotte last week.
5 teens, including 4 juveniles, charged with murder in Albemarle shooting
Five teenagers are facing murder charges months after a deadly shooting in Albemarle.
House again passes resolution seeking to halt military action in Iran as some Republicans defect
The House has narrowly passed a resolution to halt U.S. military action in Iran, sending a warning to President Donald Trump for the second time as the war has escalated and the future of the conflict is increasingly uncertain.
A Super Bowl in Charlotte? David Tepper's $1.3B stadium renovation project could help pave the way
Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper is investing an additional $500 million into stadium renovations with the hopes to bringing more major sports events to Charlotte including the Super Bowl, the NFL draft and the 2031 Women’s World Cup.
Mommy Matters: Life-saving tips everyone should know
With more families spending time in and around the water this summer, strong swimming skills and CPR knowledge are essential for staying safe.
Brent oil tops $100 per barrel, as tumbles for Tesla and Alphabet yank Wall Street lower
Brent crude oil jumped above $100 per barrel for the first time since May as increased fighting in the Middle East threatens to slow the global flow of crude. Sharp drops for Alphabet and Tesla, meanwhile, are helping to drag Wall Street lower.
Yemen's Houthis attack Saudi tankers in the Red Sea, threatening to widen Iran war
Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels say they have attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. That has the potential to open a new front in the Iran war as the U.S. military conducted a 12th night of strikes against Iran and international oil topped $100 a barrel.
Eva Benefield releases Black Swan Murder memoir
Taylor Miller and Adam Wurtzel welcomed Eva Benefield into the Rising studio to discuss her new memoir, "Ghost Girl: Surviving the Black Swan Murder."
Waves of rain, isolated flooding possible
The cold front is pushing south very slowly, but will continue to bring in waves of rain. While most will see a beneficial rainfall, others could see localized flooding.
EU hits Google with $1 billion fine over its Play app store and search
The European Union has fined Google $1 billion for breaking digital antitrust regulations. The EU says Google set up its search engine and Google Play to favor its own services over competitors. This is part of Brussels' ongoing efforts to regulate big tech companies.
24/7 Day giving back to first responders
Adam Wurtzel spoke with Kevin O'Connell of the NACS Foundation about 24/7 Day, what it is, and how you can give back.
CMS Board chairwoman says she expects investigation into Supt. Crystal Hill to finish in the next few weeks
CMS Board of Education chair Stephanie Sneed released a statement late Wednesday night about the status of the board's investigation into Superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill.
Charlotte Water crews work to repair water main break in NoDa
Charlotte Water crews were working to fix a water main leak in the NoDa area on Wednesday.
Matthews Police charge two in deadly hit-and-run motorcycle crash
Two men are charged in connection with a deadly hit-and-run crash that killed a motorcyclist in Matthews.
Grand Jury indicts man on child sexual abuse material charges
A federal grand jury has indicted a man accused of child sexual exploitation.
Catawba Co. Sheriff's deputies working to determine if two Tuesday shootings are connected
The Catawba County Sheriff's Office is investigating two shootings Tuesday night that left one man hospitalized.
CMPD charges two 16-year-old boys in April murder of 38-year-old man
Police have arrested two teens after a deadly shooting in University City from back in April.
Police: Shooting victim was shot during attempted burglary, not a drive-by
A Gastonia man's drive-by shooting story has been exposed as a lie by advanced police technology, according to Gastonia Police.
Judge rules on Silfab Solar zoning
A judge is siding with the York County Board of Zoning appeals to say manufacturing solar panels is not included in light industrial zoning. Right now, Silfab Solar is operating under a light industrial zoning, but many argue their operations do not fall under that category.
WCCB NEWS
𝕏
Formerly Twitter
