South Carolina Schools Chief Tests Positive For COVID-19
The superintendent of South Carolina’s public schools said Monday that she had tested positive for COVID-19, was experiencing “mild symptoms” but would continue to do her work from home.
More Than 10,000 North Carolina Students Unaccounted For
North Carolina education officials recently estimated that educators can’t account for about 10,000 to 15,000 public school students this school year amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pelosi Narrowly Reelected Speaker, Faces Difficult 2021
Nancy Pelosi was narrowly reelected Sunday as speaker, giving her the reins of Democrats’ slender House majority as President-elect Joe Biden sets a challenging course of producing legislation to tackle the pandemic, revive the economy and address other party priorities.
Talk Show Host Larry King Is In The Hospital With COVID-19
Former CNN talk show host Larry King has been hospitalized with COVID-19 for more than a week, the news channel reported Saturday.
McConnell, Pelosi Homes Vandalized After $2,000 Relief Fails
Vandals lashed out at the leaders of the U.S. House and Senate over the holiday weekend, blighting their homes with graffiti and in one case a pig’s head as Congress failed to approve an increase in the amount of money being sent to individuals to help cope with the coronavirus pandemic.
Former United House Of Prayer Member Fears More People Will Die Following Weekend Mass Gatherings
Hundreds turned out to attend a service Saturday and Sunday at the Beatties Ford Road location.
Alexander Correctional Institution Prisoner Dies From COVID-19
An offender housed at Alexander Correctional Institution who tested positive for COVID-19 has died at the hospital as a result of pre-existing medical conditions complicated by the novel coronavirus.
Restaurants Get Creative To Bring In The New Year
A much different end of the year celebration for restaurants and bars across Charlotte.
Gaston County Health Officials Announce A COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic For Residents 75 And Older
Beginning Friday, January 8th health officials say Gaston County residents 75-years-old or older are invited to get vaccinated for coronavirus at a clinic located at the Gastonia Farmer's Market.
Mecklenburg County Health Officials Urge Everyone Over 75 To Get Vaccinated When Possible
Officials with Mecklenburg County Public Health, Atrium Health, Novant Health, and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management say they jointly support everyone over the age of 75 in getting the COVID-19 vaccination as soon as it becomes available to them.
Uptown Charlotte Goes Purple On NYE To Symbolize The End Of A Turbulent Year And Encourage Hope For 2021
City of Charlotte officials say the Uptown skyline will light up purple on New Year's Eve to symbolize the end of a turbulent year and encourage hope for 2021.
Union County Public Schools Move To Remote Learning January 4th To January 8th
Officials with the Board of Education say they voted in an emergency meeting on Wednesday, December 30th to move all Union County Public Schools to Plan C starting January 4th.
Edge: Tracking Covid On Your Smart Phones
Countries may soon require visitors to have a Covid passport on their phones and test negative before entering the country.
Local Therapist Finding Relief For Her Business From Barstool Sports
David Portnoy's relief fund will cover her massive expenses from COVID.
Local Healthcare Providers Work To Combat Vaccination Hesitation
Local healthcare providers are making a push to encourage vaccination and quell fears about the process; especially in minority communities that have a long history of distrust in the medical industry.
Governor Roy Cooper Provides A COVID-19 Update For North Carolina
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper provides a coronavirus update for the state touching on vaccination efforts.
COVID-19 Vaccination Plan Released For Rowan County
Rowan County's current distribution plan for the COVID-19 vaccine is broken down into four phases following the NCDHHS guidelines and based on those individuals who are at the highest risk of getting COVID-19.
New Concerns About Possible Post-Christmas COVID Surge
New concerns about a possible post-Christmas surge in COVID cases. More than a million people passed through airport security in the U.S. on Sunday, the most since the pandemic began. Some promising news though, as residents as local long-term care facilities begin to get the vaccine.
House Votes To Increase COVID-19 Stimulus Checks To $2,000, Sending Trump's Request To GOP-Controlled Senate
The United States House of Representatives just voted to support President Donald Trump's demand for larger COVID-19 relief checks, boosting the amount from $600 to $2,000 per person. Now, the request goes to Senate.
Stadium Capacity Adjusted To 1,500 For Final Carolina Panthers Home Game
Stadium capacity will be adjusted to 1,500 for the Carolina Panthers final home game versus the New Orleans Saints on January 3, 2021, the team announced Monday.
Winter Skincare Tips
National correspondent Dayvee Sutton shares tips to keep your skin healthy and glowing this winter.
A Local Family Is Raising Money For Healthcare Workers After Their Loved One Died From COVID
The fundraiser reaching almost $10,000.
Local 8th Grader Creates Successful Business During The Pandemic
Millions of people are betting on themselves and starting their own business during the pandemic. That includes young people in the Charlotte area. They’re using their time to grow their business ideas that are being fostered at ACE Academy Charter School.
Racism Targets Asian Food, Business During COVID-19 Pandemic
As the coronavirus spread throughout the U.S., bigotry toward Asian Americans was not far behind, fueled by the news that COVID-19 first appeared in China.
College Students Recruited As Teachers To Keep Schools Open
As the coronavirus sidelines huge numbers of educators, school districts around the country are aggressively recruiting substitute teachers, offering bonuses and waiving certification requirements in order to keep classrooms open.
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