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Up-and-coming singer-songwriter Jackson Slater joins Rising

Homegrown Carolina boy Jackson Slater is currently enrolled at UNC-Chapel Hill, but sings like a seasoned veteran. Remember the name!

Contract applications sought to operate Harrisburg License Plate Agency

The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles is seeking applicants for a commissioned contractor to operate a license plate agency (LPA) in Harrisburg.

Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | October 18th and October 19th

WCCB has curated the perfect list for events this upcoming weekend.

Local Activist Accused Of Medicaid Fraud

Local activist accused of organizing multi-million dollar Medicaid fraud scheme

A local activist is accused of organizing a nine million dollar healthcare fraud scheme. Federal authorities raided properties owned by Cedric Dean in Mecklenburg and Cleveland counties.

Election 2026 Redistricting North Carolina

North Carolina GOP's proposed map seeks to thwart Democratic incumbent's reelection

Republican leaders in North Carolina have proposed a new U.S. House district map that could thwart reelection prospects of a Democratic incumbent in the state's only swing seat.

CMS to implement additional security measures for high-profile football games

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools announced additional security measures at some athletic events, including high-profile football games.

Newly announced entertainment venue to host major national acts in Uptown Charlotte

Uptown Charlotte is officially getting a new 4,400-capacity indoor entertainment venue for music, comedy shows and more.

Panthers going for 3 wins in a row for the first time with Bryce Young as QB when they face 0-6 Jets

The Panthers are set to face the winless Jets on Sunday, aiming for their third consecutive win.

Charlotte 49ers dismiss athletic director Mike Hill

UNC Charlotte has dismissed athletic director Mike Hill effective immediately.

CMS employee facing felony charge after alleged knife attack on husband

A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools employee is facing a felony charge after allegedly attacking her husband with a knife, police said.

Viral father and son from Charlotte appear on The Jennifer Hudson Show

Tune in to WCCB Charlotte at 3PM Thursday as a viral father & son from Charlotte join Jennifer Hudson!

CMPD released new numbers showing citywide decrease in crime, but Uptown sees violent crime increase

New data from CMPD says overall crime in the Queen City is down 8% in the first nine months of the year including a 20% decline in violent crimes, however Uptown has seen an increase in violent crimes.

Canales non-committal on who'll start at RB vs. Jets; Dowdle, Hubbard taking it all in stride

Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle said he isn’t concerned about if he’ll start or who’ll see the bulk of the carries on Sunday against the New York Jets.

North Carolina court: GOP can narrow governor's appointment powers on some boards

A North Carolina appeals court has ruled that the Republican-controlled General Assembly can reduce the governor's appointments to certain commissions.

Carolina Insight: Charlotte Area Mcdonald's Managers Recognized With Ray Kroc Award

Carolina Insight: Charlotte McDonald's managers recognized with Ray Kroc Award

Charlotte area McDonald's managers, Ghislayne Ramirez-Castro of Concord and Carmen Benanvente of East Charlotte, were selected by McDonald’s USA for this year’s Ray Kroc Award, recognizing those who lead by example and achieve superior business results.