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Possible Norovirus Outbreak Closes A Union County Christian School

A Union County Christian School will be closed Friday after a possible norovirus outbreak.

Piper Glen Residents Voice Concerns to City Council Over Cell Towers in Their Neighborhood

The company Crown Castle says they have been working with the Piper Glen neighborhoods and officials since spring of last year.

Happy Homecoming for Badly Burned Toddler

When Emily Hinton was badly burned in a backyard fire pit accident, Charlotte Firefighters helped get her to the hospital. Today, they escorted her back home.

Looking For Calorie Labels On Menus? Not Until 2017

Wondering how many calories are in that hamburger? Chain restaurants still don't have to tell you, despite a 6-year-old law requiring calorie labels on menus.

Health Officials: Syphilis on the Rise in NC

Syphilis rates in North Carolina are highest since the year 2000, and state health officials are reminding citizens that regular screening is key to prevention and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases.

Teen Uses Braces Made From 3D Printer To Straighten Teeth

College student Amos Dudley 3D prints his own clear braces to straighten his smile.

Aspirin... The Miracle Drug?

It may sound corny, but Aspirin may actually be a true miracle drug.

Talking Carbs With Men's Health

We are talking about all the reasons you should stop worrying about carbs today in Men's Health.

Purina Issues Recall Of 10oz Tubs Of Wet Dog Food

Purina has issued a voluntary recall of their 10 ounce tubs of wet dog food.

Fight For Air Climb

Check out these photos from the Fight For Air Climb Saturday, March 12th

Nestlé USA Issues Recall Of Certain Digiorno, Lean Cuisine, & Stouffer's Products

Nearly three million boxes of frozen DiGiorno pizzas, Stouffer's lasagnas and Lean Cuisine meals are being recalled after customers said they found pieces of glass in their food.

Kraft Changed Its Mac & Cheese Recipe

Kraft Heinz removed artificial preservatives, flavors and dyes from its mac & cheese recipe late last year. In December, Kraft replaced older ingredients in its famous mac & cheese with the newer, less artificial ones.

CMS to Allow Environmental Tests at School

The testing at Hopewell High School will be paid for out of the safety budget in the district's building services area.

Health Officials Try And Track Down Zika Mosquitos

The State Department of Health and Human services is hiring two scientists to figure out where two types of mosquitoes capable of transmitting the Zika virus live in North Carolina. Health officials say…

More Smoking Regulations for Mecklenburg Co.?

There are more than 127,000 smokers in Mecklenburg County. The county director of health says that's too many, and he's proposing some drastic measures to help break the habit.

Norovirus: Here's What To Know

Cases of norovirus have been reported in the Charlotte area. Here's what you should know about the virus:

Mumps: Here's What You Should Know

Mecklenburg County Health Department officials have reported a confirmed case of mumps in the County.

Student At UNC Charlotte Diagnosed With Mumps

A student at UNC Charlotte has been diagnosed with the mumps.

Numerous Wingate University Students Could Have Norovirus

Wingate University is awaiting test results to see if several students on campus have Norovirus.

Officials Say Dozens Of Students At Charlotte School Have Symptoms Of Norovirus

Metro School will be closed Friday due to the amount of students who have symptoms of Norovirus.

TODAY: Keep Pounding 5K Stadium Run Registration Kick-Off Party

The Keep Pounding 5K Stadium Run Kick-Off Registration Party will be held Thursday at 12:30pm.

Cancer Cases Prompt Eye Exams

Medical professionals encourage Huntersville community to get their eyes examined.

Inspiring Women Touched by Type 1 Diabetes

Coming Together to Meet a Community Need “One-of-a-kind JDRF Women of Type 1 Conference” WHAT: One day motivational conference designed to bring together mothers, women and teenage girls touched by type 1 diabetes (T1D). This conference will offer support education,…

Mars Recalls Candy Bars In 55 Countries After Plastic Find

U.S. chocolate maker Mars said Tuesday it's recalling candy bars and other items in 55 countries in Europe and elsewhere after plastic was found in one of its products.