A nurse with asthma, a grandfather with cancer and a homeless man with no known family are wracked with coronavirus-induced fevers. They are struggling to breathe, and a ventilator could save their lives. But who gets one when there aren’t enough to go around?
For the health and safety of customers and employees during the COVID-19 pandemic, NCDMV License Plate Agency 131 located at Eastridge Mall will be operating on a modified schedule
Due to concerns surrounding COVID-19, the Humane Society of Charlotte has decided to shift its annual Pet Palooza Walk and Festival to a Virtual Vendor Fair and Fundraising Walk!
A fifth Cleveland County resident has tested positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The person involved in this case did not recently travel or have direct contact with a person confirmed to have COVID-19, indicating community transmission. Local health department personnel are working with the individual to identify close contacts.
A group called CLTGIVEPPE has organized donation collection sites through the month of April. This is a grassroots movement, started here in Charlotte to help put a dent in what they are calling a "massive shortage" of gear to keep medical professionals safe.
A state wide stay-at-home order issued in North Carolina beinnning Monday at 5pm.
See frequently asked questions for North Carolina's 'Stay At Home' order.
Acting with exceptional resolve in an extraordinary time, the House rushed President Donald Trump a $2.2 trillion rescue package Friday, tossing a life preserver to a U.S. economy and health care system left flailing by the coronavirus pandemic.
Tryon Medical Partners announced today they are opening their second remote Covid-19 testing location for their patients at 1:00 PM at 900 East Morehead Street at a location that was formerly Art’s Barbecue Restaurant.
Schools have shut their doors to students as tens of millions of people around the world are hunkered down in government-ordered isolation in hopes of stopping or at least slowing the advance of the coronavirus pandemic.
Congress is poised to approve an unprecedented $2.2 trillion economic rescue package that will provide one-time checks for most Americans and significant enhancements to unemployment benefits.
In some parts of the U.S., authorities say gun shops aren’t essential businesses and should close during stay-at-home orders meant to slow the coronavirus.
Many local businesses have had to adjust their regular operations and hours so are now offering new options during this period social distancing, like delivery, curbside pick-up and virtual classes. WCCB Charlotte's CW is compiling a list of local businesses that are going to need our support during this time, and it'll be a good resource for the rest of us. If you would like your business details listed or know of a business that should be included, please fill in this form.
There is a dire need for protective medical equipment across the county due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Part of that need is being fulfilled by a manufacturing company in Rock Hill.
A senior living community in Charlotte, Waltonwood Cotswold, has found a way to keep residents connected to their loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Stay At Home orders have been issued for the state of North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, Cabarrus County, and Gaston County.
In this Shutdown Shout-Out, we are recognizing former Panthers, Steve Smith and Jonathan Stewart who are teaming up with Elevation Church to provide a truckload of relief supplies to Charlotte through the non-profit, Convoy of Hope.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reporting the second resident death of COVID-19. This news comes one day after the announcement of two deaths, one of which was a Virginia resident, caused by the novel virus in the state.
The number of coronavirus infections closed in on a half-million worldwide Thursday, with both Italy and the U.S. on track to surpass China, and a record-shattering 3.3 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits in a single week in a stark demonstration of the damage to the world’s biggest economy.
One of our Charlotte-area viewers, Lee, would like to give a Shutdown Shout-Out to Common Wealth Charlotte!
President Donald Trump has officially declared that a major disaster exists in the State of North Carolina. This declaration will order Federal assistance to supplement State, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Dr. Eric Warren, medical director of Novant Health Sports Medicine, joins Rising to discuss how you can receive virtual care from the comfort of your home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Charlotte-area Subway® Restaurants are offering take-out orders and delivery for customers during the Coronavirus pandemic. To further help during this time, Subway® is also offering various specials!
A UNC Charlotte student who tested positive for coronavirus is still recovering after she got mildly sick during a study abroad trip. She didn't think much of it until she got home. And the step she took next, likely kept countless people healthy.
Doc Porter's in lower South End is a cozy local distillery known for craft spirits. No longer able to give tours and open the tasting room because of coronavirus, founder Anderw Porter saw an opportunity to help.
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