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Record Sale: Largest Home in Charlotte's History Sold for $5.6 M

9235 Sweetleaf Place, the largest square footage home in Charlotte has been sold for $5.6 M.

What to know about Apple's $95 million settlement of the snooping Siri case

Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a lawsuit that accused the company of turning its virtual assistant Siri into a snoop that eavesdropped on the users of iPhones and other trendy devices in a betrayal to its long-standing commitment to personal privacy.

How drinking alcohol can affect your health

With the new year comes Dry January and a new surgeon general's advisory on alcohol and cancer risk.

Temporary CATS bus detour – Duke’s Mayo Bowl and Fan Fest

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust the following routes due to road closures for the Duke’s Mayo Bowl fan fest and football game on Friday, Jan. 3 at Bank of America Stadium.

JetBlue fined $2 million for 'chronic' flight delays on several East Coast routes

JetBlue is getting hit with a $2 million penalty for chronically late flights. The Transportation Department said Friday that half the money will go to passengers who were delayed on flights along four routes on the East Coast between summer 2022 and late 2023.

Surgeon General calls for new label on drinks to warn Americans of alcohol's cancer risk

Alcohol is a leading cause of cancer, a risk that should be clearly labeled on drinks Americans consume, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy proposed on Friday. Murthy’s advisory comes as research and evidence mounts about the bad effects that alcohol has on human health.

Speaker Mike Johnson is trying to save his job as a new Congress convenes

The new Congress convenes Friday with one major task at hand and that is the election of the House speaker. But current Speaker Mike Johnson’s weak grip on the gavel threatens not only his own survival but President-elect Donald Trump’s ambitious agenda.

Jets interview Ron Rivera for head coaching job

The New York Jets interviewed former Washington and Carolina coach Ron Rivera. He's the first known head coaching candidate to meet with the team.

Man and dog die following house fire in Salisbury

An 88-year-old man and a dog have died following a house fire on Log Barn Road in Salisbury.

Get to Know Your City: Belmont, NC

Nestled along the banks of the Catawba River, Belmont, NC, is a charming small town with a rich history and vibrant community. Located just minutes from Charlotte, Belmont offers a unique blend of Southern hospitality, natural beauty, and modern attractions. Here’s a guide to the top spots you shouldn’t miss in Belmont.