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Unc Charlotte Students Raise Concerns About Proposed Fall Schedule

UNC Charlotte awarded Research 1 status

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte has been awarded Research 1, or R1, status, the highest recognition for research universities.

Local students win national award at 2025 Junior Theater Festival West

Students representing Children’s Theatre of Charlotte walked away with a national theater award at the 2025 Junior Theater Festival West.

Get To Know Your City: Harrisburg, N.C

In this week's get to know your city were, Nestled just northeast of Charlotte, Harrisburg, North Carolina, offers a blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. Whether you’re a resident or a visitor, here are some top spots in Harrisburg you won’t want to miss.

Arson suspect arrested after fourth fire at Wilmore School. Photo from Charlotte Fire Dept.

Arson suspect arrested after four fires at historic Charlotte school

Firefighters put out a fourth fire Thursday morning at the old Wilmore School on West Boulevard.

The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles joins Gov. Josh Stein in recognizing School Bus Driver Appreciation Week

On Thursday, Feb. 13, the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles joined Gov. Josh Stein in recognizing the week of Feb. 10–14, 2025 as School Bus Driver Week.

US Attorney for NC's Western District steps down

A US Attorney appointed by President Joe Biden stepped down from her position on Wednesday.

1984 Screen Used Jeep J 10 Honcho Pickup Truck From Twister 2

Twister Truck to be presented at Charlotte Motor Speedway AutoFair

From April 3-5, 2025 at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, this year’s AutoFair, presented by Camping World, showcases some of cinema's most recognizable rides.

UPDATE: 13-year-old charged with murder after teen stabbed to death

A 13-year-old boy is in custody charged with murder in connection to the deadly stabbing of a 16-year-old.

Igloo is recalling its 90 Qt. Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers over handle hazard concerns.

Igloo recalls coolers after handle hazard causes fingertip amputations

Igloo is recalling more than 1 million of its coolers sold across the U.S., Mexico and Canada due to a handle hazard that has resulted in a handful of fingertip injuries, including some amputations.

Healthy Headlines: What To Know About Red Dye #3

Healthy Headlines: what to know about red dye No. 3

The FDA recently said that Red dye 3 must be removed from food by 2027 and medications by 2028 because it has been linked to cancer in rats.

BBB Scam Alert: Top Valentine’s Day Scams

This Valentine’s Day is shaping up to be big, according to projections by the National Retail Federation, which suggests that consumer spending will reach nearly $26 billion.

Local business owners weigh in on impact of tariffs

The idea is to protect US manufacturers from unfair competition, but some economists argue the tariffs will raise the cost of imported steel and aluminum products by several billion dollars.

Photo from: Charlotte Douglas International Airport - CLT

Study: CLT generates $40 Billion in economic impact in the Carolinas

Charlotte Douglas International Airport contributed $40 billion to the economies of the Carolinas in 2023. It also served more than 53 million passengers and supported more than 184 thousand jobs.

More artists added to Lovin' Life Music Festival

CHARLOTTE, NC - New acts have been added to the lineup for the Lovin' Life in Uptown Charlotte. Artists include Pitbull and Third Eye Blind. The announcement comes just a week after the festival dropped majority of the lineup including rock…

Honoring Hickory woman who was a member of The Six Triple Eight

The city of Hickory is celebrating Black history by highlighting the work of one of the first and only all-Black unit in the women's Army Corps during World War II.

Ice storm rocks North Carolina mountains

Over 13,000 customers across the North Carolina mountains were without power Wednesday evening.

Lincolnton Residents Want Cemetery Problems Fixed

Lincolnton residents want damaged graves fixed or cemetery shutdown

Paying customers of a Lincolnton cemetery are outraged with how their buried loved ones are being treated. Residents have called out Forest Lawn Cemetery and Mausoleum on Highway-150 for improperly kept graves.