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Gaston County Health Experts Warn Residents To Not Let Their Guard Down as COVID-19 Cases Rise

A surge in coronavirus cases in Gaston county as outbreaks in congregate care centers creates concern among local leaders and health experts.

McMaster, SC Educators At Odds Over Reopening Schools

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster and fellow Republican leaders of the House and Senate put their considerable power together on Wednesday to demand that schools across the state open five days a week for face-to-face instruction, even as COVID-19 cases continue to climb.

Albemarle Correctional Institution Prisoner Dies From COVID-19

An offender housed at Albemarle Correctional Institution who tested positive for COVID-19 has died at the hospital as a result of pre-existing conditions complicated by COVID-19. This is the sixth coronavirus death of an individual in custody at a North Carolina state prison.

Coronavirus State Of Emergency Explained

Gov. Cooper Announces Back To School Plan That Requires Students And Staff To Wear Masks, Extends Phase 2 For At Least Three More Weeks

North Carolina public schools will open for in-person instruction under an updated Plan B that requires face coverings for all K-12 students, fewer children in the classroom, measures to ensure social distancing for everyone in the building, and other safety protocols.

Walmart, Sam's Club To Require Customers To Wear Masks At All Its Stores

Walmart will require customers to wear face coverings at all of its namesake and Sam’s Club stores, making it the largest retailer to introduce such a policy that has otherwise proven difficult to enforce without state and federal requirements.

Plaza Midwood Neighborhood Considers Street Closure to Allow For Outdoor Dining

Feasting in the streets. There is a new idea proposed by several groups in Plaza Midwood that would expand several restaurant dining areas into the middle of the road.

Growing Frustrations For People Who Are Still Awaiting Unemployment Benefits In North Carolina

More than 1.9 million claims have been filed in the state since mid-March. A Charlotte woman tells WCCB she's been waiting about 12 weeks for her benefits.

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.

Bowling Ball Machine With Woman Bowling In The Background

North Carolina Supreme Court Puts Hold On Order That Resumed Bowling

North Carolina’s highest court has temporarily blocked a judge’s ruling that allowed dozens of North Carolina’s bowling alleys to reopen by overturning a portion of Gov. Roy Cooper’s 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.

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 Chestnut’s home, surf shop and four vehicles.

South Carolina Reports Coronavirus Death Of Child Under 5

South Carolina officials reported the state’s first pediatric death from the coronavirus on Saturday, announcing the death of a child under the age of 5.

Political Wrap: How Soon Should Schools Reopen?

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.