Deputies with the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office say the number of inmates testing positive for coronavirus are rising, after an outbreak before Thanksgiving where two residents on the 6th floor tested positive.
Dr. Mandy Cohen, secretary of North Carolina's Department of Health and Human Services, says coronavirus cases are rising at an alarming rate and lays out a vaccine plan for the weeks ahead.
Although the government passed the CARES Act back in March to assist Americans with free coronavirus testing, hundreds are still receiving surprise medical bills after being tested for COVID-19.
Restaurants and bars are getting creative, but it's expensive.
The owners of Sycamore Brewing in Charlotte say they are closing their taproom on Hawkins Street as winter weather approaches, and they only offer seating outdoors to help reduce the spread of coronavirus.
VBGB Beer Hall & Garden announced Tuesday that it would be temporarily closing their doors as temperatures drop and the establishment has limited operating capabilities due to COVID-19 regulations.
North Carolina could receive thousands of doses of the Pfizer Vaccine if FDA gives approval on December 10.
There are growing concerns for people living in what's become known as "tent city" in North Charlotte. A new lawsuit is demanding the city and county clear part of the encampment.
Officials with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools update COVID-19 case numbers at schools in our area.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is reporting 1,174 new cases of coronavirus and 27 new deaths in the last 24 hours.
Dr. Anthony Fauci says the U.S. could see "surge upon surge" of coronavirus cases in the weeks to come. He also says the arrival of vaccines offer "a light at the end of the tunnel."
The nationβs top infectious disease expert said Sunday that the U.S. may see βsurge upon a surgeβ of the coronavirus in the weeks after Thanksgiving, and he does not expect current recommendations around social distancing to be relaxed before Christmas.
A South Charlotte strip club has had its alcohol permits suspended after multiple COVID-19 violations. Agents with Alcohol Law Enforcement and CMPD say they witnessed large crowds at Club Onyx on Old Pineville Road on several nights over the past month.
The biggest shopping day of the year looked a whole lot different this year.
Millions have ignored CDC guidelines and traveled to be with friends and family this holiday, while a record 90,000 people spent Thanksgiving in the hospital with COVID-19.
Millions of people across the country found new ways to celebrate Thanksgiving this year. One local resident tells us how they adapted their celebrations and prioritized safety.
Toy companies are targeting stuck-at-home grown-ups with latte-smelling Play-Doh and Legos that turn into Warhols. Those who added a puppy to their family during the pandemic will see tons of gift options for their new furry friend. And with more people shopping online, stores are doing double duty as shipping centers to try to get gifts to doorsteps as fast as possible.
Officials with the North Carolina Department of Safety (N.C. DPS) say prison leaders are consolidating some of its operations to help reduce the spread of coronavirus as cases surge across the state.
Officials with the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) say they will provide free rides on holiday-themed buses to celebrate the season.
On Wednesday, tightened coronavirus restrictions go into effect across North Carolina. The Governor's updated executive order requires you to wear a face mask anytime you're within six feet of someone you don't live with.
This would be based on staffing shortages or health concerns.
A stark warning from Governor Roy Cooper, as COVID cases rise across North Carolina. The Governor is tightening the state's mask mandate ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday and calling for stricter local enforcement.
Despite the discouraging data, the district is moving forward with its plan to bring more students back to the classroom.
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper issued additional COVID-19 safety measures to tighten mask requirements and enforcement as cases continue to rise rapidly in North Carolina and across the country Monday.
Kathy Elling, CMS chief school performance officer, will walk through the CMS metrics dashboard today to breakdown COVID-19 cases across the school system.
