Early reports show the flu vaccine is only about 10% effective.
MECKLENBURG COUNTY--Β The flu season is upon us, and experts say this season could be worse than usual. Early reports show the flu vaccine is…
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Bitter Cold Across Carolinas; Snow in Eastern Counties
We are tracking extreme cold, with temperatures dropping into the teens overnight. Parts of our viewing area could see a light dusting of snow over the next 24 hours.
Freezing Temperatures Raise Concerns For County's Homeless Population
County officials say protocol guidelines for opening a warming station and/or additional overnight shelters have not been met following an Emergency Management conference call Tuesday.
Preparations Begin For First Winter Storm Of 2018
As the state begins preparations for the first winter storm of 2018, officials are urging residents to take necessary precautions of their own.
Deadly Cold Disrupts US; Warming Centers Open In Deep South
Dangerously cold temperatures blamed for at least nine deaths have wreaked havoc across a wide swath of the U.S., freezing a water tower in Iowa, halting ferry service in New York and leading officials to open warming centers even in the Deep South.
New Year's Day Blaze That Injured One Charlotte Firefighter Ruled Arson
Investigators say a fire on Camp Stewart Road Monday was intentionally set.
Biker Killed After Running Off The Road In Chesterfield County
One person is dead after troopers say a rider crashed their motorcycle Tuesday afternoon on W. Jack Rivers Road.
Emergency Water Line Repairs Will Close Section Of Kannapolis Highway In Concord Tonight
Kannapolis Highway (29A) will be closed in both directions tonight at I-85 for emergency water line repairs.
Salisbury Man Wanted After Hitting A NC State Trooper
Authorities have identified and are looking for a Rowan County man they say hit a NCSHP trooper's vehicle in November.
Missing Iredell County Man Found Safe
Authorities say Shaun Brandon Carter, who had been missing for approximately one month, has been found safe.
SCDOT Crews Preparing For Coastal Winter Storm
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) crews are preparing for a winter storm that is forecast to move up through the coastal counties beginning Wednesday January 3.
Police Investigating Armed Robbery In Albemarle
Police are investigating an armed robbery that happened Friday night at a convenience store in Albemarle.
WANTED: Nathaniel Mills
Courtney Nathaniel MillsΒ is wanted for Felony Breaking and Entering, Breaking into Motor Vehicle, Larceny After Break-in, Damage to Property, and Interfering with an Electronic Monitoring Device.
Extreme Cold Has Vets Sending Out a Warning to Pet Owners
The extreme cold has vets sending out a warning to pet owners. The freezing temps can be deadly for your furry friends.
Infant Shot in West Charlotte
CMPD is investigating after an infant was shot on Romare Bearden Drive at the Arbor Glen apartments. The baby was shot in the ankle and taken to the hospital.
Charlotte Sees Increased Murder Rate in 2017
CMPD says 85 people were killed last year. That's compared to 69 in 2016.
New NC Law Limits Prescriptions in Effort to Tackle Opioid Crisis
A new state law aims to tackle the opioid crisis. There is now a limit on how many painkillers a doctor can prescribe you. But can more be done to solve this deadly problem?
In Unusual Step, Victims Told Of Destroyed Rape Kits
When Veronica was raped more than 13 years ago, she says neither the police nor the hospital staff believed her story that a longtime friend attacked her while his mother was in the next room.
NFC Wild Card: Panthers At Saints Set For Sunday At 4:40 PM
The Carolina Panthers will hit the road to open the playoffs, paying a visit to the New Orleans Saints for an NFC Wild Card matchup.
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