Monroe Police arrest suspected hit-and-run driver
A driver accused of hitting a man in Monroe and continuing to drive has been arrested. Police arrested 38-year-old Lazaurus Cunningham on Tuesday.
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Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | Feb. 1st and Feb. 2nd
From musicals to nature walks, WCCB has you covered. Check out the top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend.
East Charlotte house fire quickly contained
It happened at a house on Enfield Road around 3:30 Wednesday morning.Β
CMPD investigating city's latest shooting
The shooting happened around 7 Tuesday night on Copper Creek Court. Medic say it took one person to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
CMS Board raises support staff wages to $20 an hour
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools support staff employees are getting a raise. Some support staff like custodians, instructional assistants, school nutrition specialists and more say they've been working multiple jobs to afford to live in Charlotte.
Increased fire danger Wednesday
With gusty winds and low humidity, there is a higher than usual fire danger through the middle of the week.
Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration freeze on federal grants and loans
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump administration freeze on federal grants and loans that could total trillions of dollars. U.S. District Judge Loren L. AliKhan blocked the action Tuesday afternoon, minutes before it was set to go into effect.
Trump orders a funding freeze as his administration reviews federal loans and grants
The White House is pausing federal grants and loans starting on Tuesday as President Donald Trumpβs administration begins an across-the-board ideological review of its spending.
CATS celebrates transit equity day with fare-free rides, honoring Rosa Parksβ legacy
The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is announcing that all transit will operate fare-free in honor of Transit Equity Day on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025.
Well known pastry chef joins upscale restaurant in Charlotte
LβOstrica is thrilled to welcome Samantha βSamβ Allen to the team as Pastry Chef.
Man uses sledgehammer to steal Rolex watches at SouthPark mall
Police are asking for help to identify a man seen on surveillance video using a sledgehammer to break open a display case inside Belk at SouthPark Mall.
Review of ex-NC treasurer's use of state cars ends with no charges
A district attorney says an investigation into how then-North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell used state government vehicles is ending with no charges filed.
Six active duty service members file first lawsuit challenging Trump's transgender troop ban
The first lawsuits have been filed against President Donald Trumpβs executive order revising policy on transgender troops.
Rail Trail Bridge January 2025 Update
The City of Charlotte awarded a construction contract to Blythe Construction for the Rail Trail Bridge.
Salted Melon expanding to Phillips Place
Salted Melon Market & Eatery today announces its third Charlotte location, expected to open this spring at Phillips Place, in the SouthPark neighborhood.
Teen charged in deadly shooting of 16-year-old in Gastonia
A 16-year-old boy is charged with first degree murder and attempted first degree murder following the shooting of Zaquavious "Tank" Dawkins in Gastonia.
Convicted felon wanted for robbing discount stores in Statesville arrested in Charlotte
A man wanted for robbing three Dollar General Stores in Statesville earlier this month has been arrested in Charlotte.
Tasty Tuesday: LSU Carolinas Gumbo Cook Off
Help local students get scholarships to LSU - and enjoy some great gumbo! For this week's Tasty Tuesday, organizers with the 2025 LSU Carolinas Mardi Gras Gumbo Cook Off stopped by the Rising kitchen to tell us all about the event and who it helps.
"Days of Our Lives" Stars The Day Players Coming to CLT
Adam Wurtzel interviewed "Days of Our Lives" stars Wally Kurth, Carson Boatman, Brandon Barash and Eric Martsolf about their band The Day Players.
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