Experts say sleeping with a stuffed animal can help you get better sleep
Stuffed animals aren't necessarily just for kids. Experts say adults can sleep with them, too, and some think it might even be a good thing.
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Rock Hill Planning Commission urges City to rezone property formerly held by Carolina Panthers
The City of Rock wants to find a new owner for a property that once belonged to the Carolina Panthers. The Rock Hill Planning Commission voted unanimously during a meeting Tuesday to recommend that 215 acres of land at 2394 Eden Terrace.Β
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police announce major break in 1993 Christmas Day cold case
A major break in a sex assault cold case from Christmas Day 1993. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police detectives have identified the suspect in that assault as 48-year-old Tony Leslie.
FBI says fight at Ardrey Kell High School was not a hate crime
Local and federal law enforcement say a fight between a 15-year-old boy and girl on the Ardrey Kell High School campus was not a hate crime. The boy's family says they've been dealing with death threats since the incident.
Healthy Charlotte Alliance hosts "One Pill Can Kill: Raising Awareness Around the Fentanyl Crisis" event
An important community conversation about fentanyl was hosted in Charlotte Tuesday. A panel made up of doctors, a police officer, a nurse who battled addiction herself and a mom who lost a son to fentanyl poisoning talked to a crowd of about 125 people at Myers Park Presbyterian Church.
Helene hurricane name retired by World Meteorological Organization
Helene, which killed at least 249 people across the Southeastern United States, was one of three 2024 Atlantic hurricane names to be retired.
Trump announces sweeping 'reciprocal' tariffs to promote US manufacturing
President Donald Trump has announced plans for sweeping tariffs, saying βour country has been looted, pillaged, raped, plunderedβ by other nations.
AutoFair at Charlotte Motor Speedway this weekend
Charlotte Motor Speedway's jam-packed AutoFair is this weekend that will bring historic car displays, races, and entertainment.
Pet of the Week: Meet Maple!
In this Pet of the Week, CMPD Animal Care & Control is featuring Maple! Maple is a year old and very dog and kid friendly! Watch to find out how to give her a furever home.
Nik Graves leaving Charlotte for Creighton, Aztecs' 7-footer Magoon Gwath takes name out of portal
Nik Graves will transfer to Creighton after leading Charlotte in scoring this season.
Musk could be headed for a Washington exit after turbulent times at Trump's DOGE
Elon Musk and President Donald Trump have recently suggested that the billionaire entrepreneur's time in the administration might be running out.
UPDATE: Minor injuries reported after crash involving a school bus in south Charlotte
Police are investigating a Wednesday morning crash involving a Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools bus and a landscaping truck.
Suspect charged in Christmas Day rape in Charlotte 32 years ago
Cold case detectives have identified and charged a man with a rape that happened on Christmas Day in Charlotte 32 years ago.
A new study revealed the cheapest airline flying out of the CLT airport
Check out this study revealing the cheapest airline flying out of the CLT airport.
Elevate Lifestyle presents the 7th annual CLT taco week: April 11th-20th
Have you been waiting to take a bite out of the Queen Cityβs taco scene? There will be $4 Specialty Tacos at 25+ Participating Restaurants around the Charlotte area.
Nintendo Switch 2 launches in June with new 'Mario Kart World' game
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2, which will introduce interactive chat and screenshare functions to connect gamers.
North Carolina lifts burn ban for all counties in the state
According to the State Forest Service, burn bans have been lifted across North Carolina. The original mandate went into effect on March 21st due to the hazardous forest fire conditions.
Trump to announce 'reciprocal' tariffs in a risky move that could reshape the economy
After weeks of White House hype and public anxiety, President Donald Trump is set on Wednesday to announce a barrage of self-described reciprocal tariffs on friend and foe alike.
CMPD Holds News Conference To Discuss The Launch Of New Crimes Against Children Campaign
CMPD holds a news conferenceΒ to discuss the launch of a new Crimes Against Children campaign,Β Break the Silence: Child Sexual Assault Awareness.
