Governor Cooper Announces NC To Remain Under Phase 2 Of Reopening, Bars, Gyms To Remain Closed
Many bar and gym owners have been shut down for 114 days.
North Carolina Supreme Court Puts Hold On Order That Resumed Bowling
North Carolinaβs highest court has temporarily blocked a judgeβs ruling that allowed dozens of North Carolinaβs bowling alleys to reopen by overturning a portion of Gov. Roy Cooperβs COVID-19 executive order keeping them closed.
N.C. Parents, Businesses Await Cooper's COVID-19 Plans
North Carolina teachers, parents and students as well as gym and bar operators are anxious to know what Gov. Roy Cooper will say about the path ahead with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Officials In Gaston County Report Numerous Coronavirus Outbreaks At Congregate Living Facilities
Officials say multiple congregate living facilities in Gaston County are reporting coronavirus outbreaks.
Charlotte Home Inventory Hits Record Low in June
Record low inventory in the Charlotte housing market is putting a squeeze on people struggling with home security.Β
Mecklenburg Co. Considers Limiting Late Night Alcohol Sales
Mecklenburg County could soon join South Carolina in limiting late night alcohol sales. County manager Dena Diorio says it's something being considered amid a rising number of COVID-19 cases.
Outer Banks Island Ravaged By Storms And Virus Restrictions
When Hurricane Dorian pounded the wisp of earth that is Ocracoke Island, a wall of Atlantic seawater flooded Bob Chestnutβs home, surf shop and four vehicles.
South Carolina Reports Coronavirus Death Of Child Under 5
South Carolina officials reported the stateβs first pediatric death from the coronavirus on Saturday, announcing the death of a child under the age of 5.
POLITICAL WRAP: How Soon Should Students Return to School?
The debate over school re-openings intensifies, amid a rise in coronavirus cases. It comes as new data shows nearly one in four American teachers are at higher risk of serious illness if they contract coronavirus.
Growing Concerns Among Teachers As CMS Plans For School In The Fall
CMS 8th grade social studies teacher Steve Orestkovic says safety is his biggest concern when school starts next month.
North Carolina Senate Leader: Colleague Tests Positive For COVID-19
A North Carolina state senator has tested positive for COVID-19, a top legislative leader said on Friday, making public the first known case to involve a General Assembly member.
2020 Cabarrus County Fair Canceled Amid COVID-19 Concerns
Due to the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, Cabarrus County announced the cancellation of the 2020 Cabarrus County Fair. The event was scheduled for September 11-19.
Jimmie Johnson Confused, Frustrated After Virus Scare
Jimmie Johnson is just as confused as everyone else about his plight with the coronavirus. A positive test caused the seven-time NASCAR champion to miss the first race of his career, and it was followed three days later by a negative test.
8 Charlotte Douglas Airport TSA Agents Have Tested Positive For COVID-19
A Transportation Security Administration agent at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport has tested positive for COVID-19 bringing the total amount of employees that have contracted the virus to eight, officials say Friday.
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster Prohibits Alcohol Sales At Bars And Restaurants After 11pm In Attempt To Reduce Coronavirus Cases
To help reduce the transmission of COVID-19 between young adults in South Carolina, Governor Henry McMaster today announced that the sale of alcoholic beverages in all bars and restaurants throughout the state will be prohibited after 11:00 PM each night.
South Carolina Will Pay Postage For All Mail-In Ballots In November
The South Carolina State Elections Commission has agreed to provide prepaid return postage for all absentee ballots by mail this November.
North Carolina Republicans Holding Annual Convention Online
North Carolina Republicans are holding their annual convention online after COVID-19 health concerns led a top state health official to recommend GOP activists not gather in person.
Gov. Cooper Says Reveal On N.C. Schools Plan To Come Next Week
A decision on how North Carolina public schools will start the year teaching students during the COVID-19 pandemic will come next week, Gov. Roy Cooper said on Thursday as case and hospitalization rates remain stubbornly high.
Iredell-Statesville High School Commencements Cancelled
Originally, Iredell-Statesville Schools planned to hold a commencement ceremony for each respective high school on August 1, 2020.
Healthy Headlines: Novant Resumes Elective Surgeries With Additional Safety Measures During COVID-19 Crisis
Novant Health has resumed elective surgeries and has added additional safety measures during the COVID-19 crisis.
Judge Wonβt Delay Order That Lets North Carolina Bowling Alleys Reopen
A North Carolina judge refused on Wednesday to delay enforcement of his ruling allowing dozen of bowling alleys to reopen in contradiction to Gov. Roy Cooperβs executive order keeping them shut to discourage COVID-19β²s spread.
Spiking South Carolina Virus Cases Raise Concerns About School Safety
As South Carolina reports spiking numbers of confirmed cases of COVID-19, its children are also suffering from mental health and educational consequences of closed schools, health and education leaders told state lawmakers Wednesday.
1.3 Million Workers Seek U.S. Jobless Aid As Layoffs Remain Historically High Amid Spike In Coronavirus Cases
More than 1.3 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, a historically high pace that shows that many employers are still laying people off in the face of a resurgent coronavirus.
Masks Now Required at Mecklenburg Co. Parks; Inside County Buildings
We're learning more about new mask mandates, now in place across much of Mecklenburg County. You must now wear a mask in county parks and other facilities, with some exceptions.
A CMS Teacher Battling COVID-19 Urges Remote Learning As President Trump Threatens To Cut Federal Funds From Schools That Won't Open
Now, the CDC is revising guidance on reopening schools.
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