Small Business Lending Program On Hold After Reaching Limit
The governmentβs lending program for small businesses is on hold.
Healthy Headlines: When And How To Utilize Masks In Public Places
Dr. Genevieve Brauning of Novant Health joins Rising to discuss the finer points of when and how to utilize masks in public places.
As Unemployment Soars, Some Industries Looking For Workers
North Carolina unemployment surging to new highs since mid March. On Wednesday, Gov. Cooper said nearly 600,000 people had applied for unemployment benefits in the last six weeks. That numberis roughly 10% of the entire stateβs work force.
Growing Concern About COVID-19 Outbreaks at Nursing Homes & Long-Term Care Facilities
There's growing concern about COVID-19 outbreaks at local nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Health Departments across our area are working to contain the spread and keep the most vulnerable safe.
Fraternal Order Of Police Calling For CMPD To Limit The Calls Officers Respond To
It's also calling for hazard pay. Three CMPD officers and one department employee have coronavirus, and about 30 others are in quarantine.
Honoring Our Heroes: Atrium Health Honors Dr. Katie Borders
Atrium Health is honoring Dr. Katie Borders, an OB/GYN at Shelby Women's Care.
Honoring Our Heroes: Atrium Health Honors Nurse Brent Haas
Atrium Health is honoring RN, medical-surgical nurse, Brent Haas.
Local Hospitals Say COVID-19 Field Hospital Not Needed For Now
Atrium Health and Novant Health say the hospital bed surge capacity they are building is sufficient for now and they do not need a field hospital for the COVID-19 patients they serve within their systems.
Four CMPD Employees Test Positive For COVID-19; 28 Employees On Leave
The CMPD says three sworn officers and one non-sworn employee have tested positive for Covid-19.
Despite What You Are Seeing Online, Feds Say You Don't Have To Repay Your Coronavirus Relief Money
Videos and online reports claiming that millions of Americans will have to repay the relief checks they receive from the federal government under the $2.2 trillion coronavirus economic recovery bill are not true.
A Charlotte Calendar Featuring 'Men Of The Rail Trail' Is Helping Local Businesses Impacted By Coronavirus
You don't have to be a model to participate in the calendar. No matter who you nominate, you'll be helping workers in the service industry who have lost their jobs because of coronavirus.
State and Meck Co. Officials Eye Strategies For Opening Businesses
The next two weeks will be critical in ensuring that North Carolina continues to head in a positive direction and determine when and how businesses will be able to bounce back, thatβs the message from State Health Director Mandy Cohen.
President Donald Trump Halts U.S. Payments To The World Health Organization
President Donald Trump says he has directed a halt to U.S. payments to the World Health Organization pending a review of its warnings about the coronavirus and China.
Cleveland County Reports First Death Related To COVID-19
The Cleveland County Health Department is reporting the first death associated with COVID-19 in Cleveland County.
Fort Mill Police Department Employee Tests Positive For COVID-19
According to officials, an employee of the Fort Mill Police Department has tested positive for the coronavirus. This information was confirmed within the past 24 hours after the state recorded 3,439 cases on April 13.
Free Virtual Design Consultation From Queen City Audio Video & Appliances
Have you been brainstorming your next home renovation? Queen City Audio Video & Appliances is offering free virtual design consultations that allow you to share photos of your current space and even images of items you have on your Pinterest boards.
Honoring Our Heroes: Atrium Health Honors Nurse Brittany Bennett
Atrium Health is honoring medical-surgical nurse, Brittany Bennett.
Bojangles' Gives Free Tea To Healthcare Workers, First Responders, And Law Enforcement
To show its appreciation to those in the community working to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, Bojanglesβ is giving away any size of its Legendary Iced Tea to healthcare workers, first responders and law enforcement no purchase necessary.
IMF: Global Economy Will Suffer Worst Year Since Depression
Beaten down by the coronavirus outbreak, the world economy in 2020 will suffer its worst year since the Great Depression of the 1930s, the International Monetary Fund says in its latest forecast.
Atrium Health Expands Access To COVID-19 Testing In Underserved And Minority Communities
Atrium Health is rolling out additional Coronavirus Testing Centers this week, specifically aimed at addressing underserved and minority communities in Charlotte.
New Retail Restrictions Are In Effect For All Of North Carolina
Under Governor Roy Cooper's new executive order, groceries and other retailers must meet capacity restrictions and cleanliness standards.
Attorney General Josh Stein Urges Federal Government To Ensure Emergency Stimulus Payments Don't Go To Debt Collectors
Attorney General Josh Stein today called on the U.S. Department of the Treasury to take immediate action to ensure billions of dollars in emergency stimulus payments authorized by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) go to American families, not debt collectors. The CARES Act, which was passed three weeks ago, does not explicitly designate these emergency stimulus payments as exempt from garnishment from creditors.
What You Need To Know Today About The Coronavirus
The coronavirus pandemic has thrown millions out of work and devastated economies worldwide, and governments are struggling with the delicate balance between keeping people safe from a highly contagious virus and making sure they can still make a living or even have enough to eat.
Humane Society of Charlotte Receives Relief Grant From HSUS
The Humane Society of Charlotte is grateful to announce that it has received a grant from the Humane Society of the United States to enhance and expand its current outreach programs.
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