Local Artists Uniting To Save Charlotte's Neighborhood Theatre
The theatre is having a virtual auction, selling the more than 40 pieces of art, to help keep the theatre going.
CMS Leaders Discuss When & How to Re-Open for In-Person Learning
Charlotte-Mecklenburg School leaders are talking about how and when to re-open for in-person learning. It comes as a group of parents sue the school board over the decision to go all-virtual.
Flu Shots Urged More Than Ever This Year
Doctors and nurses across the country are preparing for a fight against flu season and COVID-19 at the same time. Experts at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention fear that fall 2020 and winter 2021 will be one of the most difficult yet and urge everyone to get a flu vaccine this year.
States Plan For Cuts As Congress Deadlocks On More Virus Aid
Spending cuts to schools, childhood vaccinations and job-training programs. New taxes on millionaires, cigarettes and legalized marijuana. Borrowing, drawing from rainy day funds and reducing government workersβ pay.
Refugee Families Face Unique Struggles With Online School
Samuel Lavi knew heβd have to find unique ways to stay connected to refugee families when the coronavirus pandemic shut down Valencia Newcomer School.
Child Care Crisis Pushes U.S. Mothers Out Of The Labor Force
Angela Wynn had just launched her own project management business, hitting a career stride after years of struggle that began with earning an undergraduate degree as a single mother.
Health Officials Stress Distancing And Masks Ahead of Labor Day Holiday
Thousands of people are preparing for a long holiday weekend despite COVID19 concerns.Β From lakes to highways and airports, crowds are expected and officials are pushing for distancing.Β
Dueling Versions Of Reality Define The First Week Of The Fall Campaign
On the campaign trail with President Donald Trump, the pandemic is largely over, the economy is roaring back, and murderous mobs are infiltrating Americaβs suburbs.
Gaston County Reopens Playgrounds, Museum, And Senior Center
Gaston County announces its reopening plans to include playgrounds, the Gaston County Museum, and their Senior Center as North Carolina moves into Phase 2.5 on September 4th.
Charlotte Bilingual Preschool Partners With Thompson Child & Family Focus To Serve Latinx Students This Fall
Charlotte Bilingual Preschool says they are partnering with Thompson Child & Family Focus to create two bilingual MECK Pre-K classrooms serving four and five-year-old children.
N.C. Department Of Health And Human Services Launches COVID Exposure Notification App
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) says its 'SlowCOVIDNC' notification app will launch sometime in September, alerting users when they have come in contact with anyone positive for COVID.
NASCAR Drivers Cautious Of COVID-19 As Playoffs Begin
NASCAR has decided it will not grant COVID-19 relief during the playoffs, meaning a positive coronavirus test will end a driverβs championship bid.
North Carolina Developing A Plan On How To Distribute A Coronavirus Vaccine
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services received a letter from the federal government last week saying the state needs to make preparations for a COVID-19 vaccine.
Gaston County Launches "Gaston Saves" Initiative To Promote The Use Of Masks
Gaston County announces their media and marketing campaign "Gaston Saves," as an effort to get more people to wear face masks during the pandemic, according to a news release.
Jobless Claims Fall To 881,000 But Layoffs Remain Elevated
The number of laid-off Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell to a still-elevated 881,000 last week, evidence that the viral pandemic keeps forcing many businesses to slash jobs.
Panthers Owner Frustrated Over Not Having Fans At NFL Opener
Panthers owner David Tepper expressed frustration with government officials over not allowing fans in the stadium for the teamβs Sept. 13 home opener against the Las Vegas Raiders.
YMCA Of Greater Charlotte Announces Reopening Of Indoor Fitness
Starting Saturday, September 5th the YMCA of Greater Charlotte says they will reopen their indoor facilities at select locations.
Charlotte Local Music Venues Worry About Future Amid Coronavirus Closures
Music venues in Charlotte are facing an uncertain future amid continued coronavirus closures. They're trying to convince local leaders to provide them money from the Cares Act, so they can stay afloat.
CDC Tells States To Be Ready To Distribute COVID Vaccines On November 1st
The federal government has told states to prepare for a coronavirus vaccine to be ready to distribute by Nov. 1.
County Restrictions On Alcohol Sales Will Align With Governor Roy Cooper's Executive Order On September 4th
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper extends the 11 p.m. curfew on the sale of alcohol until October 2nd in the new phase 2.5 "Safer at Home" order, according to a news release.
Health Officials Worry The U.S. Is Not Ready For A COVID-19 Vaccine
Millions of Americans are counting on a COVID-19 vaccine to curb the global pandemic and return life to normal.
No Hugs, Kisses: SC Nursing Home Visits Resume Amid COVID-19
After nearly six months of isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic, people can visit relatives and friends in South Carolina nursing homes and residential care facilities, but there will be no hugs and kisses and they will have to meet outside.
Phase 2.5 Means Bars and Movie Theaters Remain Closed; Gyms and Playgrounds to Reopen
Disappointment and devastation for dozens of business owners in North Carolina after Governor Roy Cooper announced a move into Phase 2.5 of the stateβs COVID reopen plan. The order begins on Friday evening and runs through October 2nd.Β
Gov. Cooper Announces North Carolina To Move Into 'Safer At Home' Phase 2.5
Governor Roy Cooper announced Tuesday that North Carolina can now take a 'modest' step into 'Safer at Home' Phase 2.5Β which will allow gyms and other establishments to reopen.
Payments To Parents In NC Republicans' Virus Relief Package
The North Carolina legislature will reconvene briefly starting Wednesday to propose spending leftover federal COVID-19 relief funds to reach the pockets of parents, the unemployed and poll workers.
