Deputies: Man shoots himself to avoid going to court in Rowan County
Deputies say a man shot himself in Rowan County in an attempt to avoid his court hearing and a possible prison sentence.
US stocks rebound after strong economic updates and as oil prices stop spiking
The U.S. stock market rebounded after oil prices stopped spiking and reports gave encouraging updates on the economy. The S&P 500 rose 0.8% Wednesday and erased much of its loss since the war with Iran began.
Takeaways from the first elections of the 2026 midterm campaigns
One of this yearβs marquee Senate contests was practically a done deal heading into Tuesday. DemocratΒ Roy CooperΒ will face RepublicanΒ Michael WhatleyΒ in a race thatβs critical to deciding control of the Senate in November.
Congress is taking its first votes on the Iran war as debate rages about US goals
The U.S. Senate is headed toward a vote Wednesday onΒ President Donald Trump's decision to embarkΒ on a war against Iran, an extraordinary test in Congress for a conflict that has rapidly spread across the Middle East with no clear U.S. exit strategy.
Severe Weather Preparedness week: Damaging wind, tornadoes and hail
On day four of Severe Weather Preparedness week, we're focus on tornadoes, damaging wind and hail - and how having a plan ahead of severe weather can save lives.
"I Can Only Imagine 2" star John Michael Finley
"I Can Only Imagine 2" star John Michael Finley joined Adam Wurtzel to discuss the follow up to the 2018 hit film "I Can Only Imagine."
Toasty temps ahead
The warmest stretch we've seen in nearly six months is just around the corner.
Dog treats sold in the Carolinas recalled due to salmonella risk
A recall alert for pet owners that could impact the health of you, your family and your dog.
Drivers see biggest one day jump in gas prices since Hurricane Katrina in 2005
As the war in Iran continues, here at home, drivers are seeing the biggest one-day jump in gas prices since Hurricane Katrina in 2005.
CMPD investigating after person stabbed in Wesley Heights
An investigation underway in west Charlotte after a stabbing in the Wesley Heights neighborhood. It happened early Tuesday morning at the intersection of West Morehead Street and Freedom Drive.
Silfab operations halted until investigation into chemical spill is complete
The state of South Carolina is halting operations at Silfab's solar plant in Fort Mill. The moves comes after a chemical spill earlier Tuesday, consisting of around 300-gallons of potassium hydroxide.
Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley clinch US Senate in North Carolina, setting up high-stakes fall fight
Former Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper and ex-Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley have won their respective party nominations for a North Carolina U.S. Senate seat.
Small plane makes emergency landing in frigid Hudson River and the 2 people aboard swim to safety
A small plane attempting an emergency landing crashed into the frigid Hudson River.
Suspects wanted for breaking into tobacco store in Kings Mountain
Police are searching for two suspects wanted for allegedly breaking into a tobacco store in Kings Mountain.
Dow drops 400 after trimming an early plunge of 1,200 as oil prices climb even higher
A sell-off for stocks wrapped around the world and hit Wall Street Tuesday, while oil prices climbed even higher on worries about the widening war with Iran.
Noem defends her portrayal of killed Minneapolis protesters as agitators, in her Senate hearing
Homeland Security SecretaryΒ Kristi NoemΒ defended her department's immigration enforcement tactics in front of a Senate committee on Tuesday and pushed back against criticism from Democrats.
Operations halted at Silfab Solar after chemical spill
Silfab Solar has confirmed a chemical spill at their Fort Mill facility Tuesday morning.
Tasty Tuesday: Making sourdough bread
Sourdough bread is becoming a more popular dish as adults try taking matters on the own hands
Carolina Wedge continues, toasty temps ahead
A classic cold air damming setup continues this Tuesday afternoon, but the warmest stretch we've seen since September 2025 picks up by Thursday.
Primary Election Day voting starts Tuesday at 6:30AM across North Carolina
Primary Election Day is Tuesday in Mecklenburg County and across North Carolina. We're watching several key races, including the battle for Mecklenburg County Sheriff and the U.S. Senate.
2 charged with felony child abuse after baby tests positive for narcotics
Lincoln County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested Alyssa Woody and Brandon Treadway and charged with them with felony negligent child abuse.
Poll: 6 in 10 Americans oppose decision to strike Iran
According to a new CNN poll, nearly six in ten Americans say they oppose the decision to strike Iran. More than half believe the conflict will drag on for an extended period of time.
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