NASCAR changing stage break rules to limit laps run under caution, create more green flag racing
NASCAR plans to implement a new stage-break procedure for its Cup Series races starting this weekend at Iowa Speedway.
UNC's Bill Belichick says son and defensive coordinator Steve Belichick is on medical leave
Steve Belichick joined his father's staff ahead of the NFL coaching great's first college season last year, following a year as the University of Washington's defensive coordinator.
Mets legend Mookie Wilson at the Knothole Foundation
Adam Wurtzel interviewed New York Mets World Series Champion Mookie Wilson at the Knothole Foundation, surrounding the 7th Annual Diversity in Baseball HBCU Showcase.
EasyGig offers new approach to junk removal
A Charlotte-based startup is aiming to simplify junk removal while creating flexible income opportnities for local pickup truck owners.
Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer COVID questions
The vote Thursday came one week after Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination more than 100 times when he appeared before the panel.
Bank of America joins Charlotte Hornets for annual Day of Service
The Charlotte Hornets and Bank of America teamed up Wednesday for their annual Hornets Day of Service.
West Nile virus detected in human in Gaston Co.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is investigating the state's first cases of West Nile virus this year.
Cleveland Co. Sheriff's deputies arrest teen in deadly shooting near Lawndale
Cleveland Co. Sheriff's deputies have arrested a teenager accused in a deadly shooting near Lawndale.
Mecklenburg Co. names Dr. Kimberly Scott new Director of Public Health
Dr. Kimberly Scott has officially been named the new Director of Public Health for Mecklenburg County.
July shooting death in Charlotte ruled justified, no details given as to why
Detectives now say an east Charlotte homicide from last month was justified.
Murder suspect dies after shooting, killing his 19-year-old girlfriend while she drove on I-77
Police say the suspect in a deadly shooting on I-77 in Mooresville has now died.
Mooresville officer accused of using Flock cameras to spy on boyfriend's ex-wife
MOORESVILLE, N.C. - Mooresville police say an officer illegally accessed the Flock Camera system at least 31 times to track her boyfriend’s ex-wife. The Mooresville Police Chief…
WHO chief says Ebola outbreak is outpacing response as aid workers strike over pay
The world’s fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in Congo is still spreading faster than efforts to track it, according to the head of the World Health Organization.
NOAA's latest seasonal outlook predicts improving drought conditions
NOAA's latest outlook suggests conditions will gradually improve through the end of October, thanks in part to recent rainfall and the increase in typical summertime storms. Charlotte averages about 4.5 inches of rain in August.
15 states now linked to iceberg lettuce cyclospora outbreak, CDC says
Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce.
Preakness shifting back to three weeks and a day after the Kentucky Derby, to be run on a Sunday
The Preakness Stakes is moving to three weeks and a day after the Kentucky Derby to be run on a Sunday for the first time.
It'll be Carson Beck vs. Kenny Pickett when Cardinals-Panthers open the NFL's exhibition season
The exhibition schedule kicks off Thursday night with Pickett and the Carolina Panthers facing Beck and the Arizona Cardinals in the Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio.
CMS launches back-to-school website for the upcoming school year
Charlotte–Mecklenburg Schools' newest resource is designed to help families prepare for the first day of school.
Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primary in major victory for Democrats’ progressive wing
Abdul El-Sayed has won Michigan’s Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in a victory for the party’s progressive wing in a battleground state. El-Sayed narrowly defeated U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and will face Republican Mike Rogers in November.
18-year-old charged with murder in Cleveland County
An 18-year-old man has been charged after a shooting incident occurred in Cleveland County.
North Carolina congressman Edwards quits reelection bid after committee recommends his censure
North Carolina Republican congressman Chuck Edwards has withdrawn from his reelection campaign days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides.
Second Harvest Food Bank "Sort-A-Rama"
Adam Wurtzel went to the Charlotte Convention Center to get a glimpse at Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina's "Sort-A-Rama."
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