Big Lots planning going out of business sales at all locations
Discount retailer Big Lots says it does not believe its sale to a private equity firm will happen, so it is planning going out of business sales for its remaining locations.
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Government shutdown at risk as Trump's demands put Speaker Johnson in a bind
A government shutdown at risk, House Speaker Mike Johnson is fighting to figure out how to meet President-elect Donald Trumpβs sudden demands β and keep his own job.
Changes on the horizon at Carowinds
Carowinds' parent company, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, announced a more than $1 billion investment in the family of theme parks over the next two years.
Up 'n Adam: Cirque du Soleil 'Twas the Night Before
Adam Wurtzel went to Ovens Auditorium to become part of the act at Cirque du Soleil's new Holiday production 'Twas the Night Before.
The best Christmas movies for every mood
'Tis the season for spirited and winless debates about what the best Christmas movie is. Associated Press Film Writers Lindsey Bahr and Jake Coyle list the best Christmas movies for every mood.
A GOP power grab in North Carolina becomes a referendum on democracy
Democrats in North Carolina were celebrating big wins after the November election. Now Republicans are stripping powers away from newly elected officials anticipating they'll lose their veto-proof majority next year.
Fight over Silfab Solar facility heads to court
A judge is not making any decisions on trying to stop the company from doing business around York County.
Amazon workers strike at multiple facilities as Teamsters seek labor contract
Workers at seven Amazon facilities are on strike. The union said that the workers are joining the picket line Thursday after Amazon ignored a Sunday deadline the union set for contract negotiations.
Student loan payment programs reopen
WASHINGTON -- Two student loan repayment plans are once again options for borrowers. The U.S. Department of Education has announced it's reopening the ''Pay As You Earn Repayment Plan'' and the ''Income Contingent…
NC Therapy K9 wins award for her work after Helene
Kora, the therapy dog for the Asheville, North Carolina police department, is receiving a national award.
Customers disgusted by Uptown parking garage, want change before prices increase
A Charlotte parking deck has raised concerns over how dirty it has become. Some feel the filthΒ could be dangerous.
Shelby family spending Christmas in a camper because of Hurricane Helene
It's been more than three months since Hurricane Helene left parts of North Carolina devastated. The Mathis family in Shelby is one of many families still working to recover after the storm.
West Charlotte woman scared, angry after home is broken into twice this month
Sleep and peace of mind has been hard to come by for her this month because after her home was broken into twice in December.
Federal Reserve cuts its key rate by a quarter-point but envisions fewer reductions next year
The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate by a quarter-point β its third cut this year β but also signaled that it expects to reduce rates more slowly next year than it previously envisioned, largely because of still-elevated inflation.
More passengers expected at CLT for winter holiday travel
The winter holiday travel season is set to take off at Charlotte Douglas International Airport on Friday, Dec. 20, running through Sunday, Jan. 5. Passenger numbers are anticipated to surpass last yearβs levels, with approximately 2.75 million arriving and departing passengers during the 17-day period.
Pneumonia cases increasing in Mecklenburg County
Mecklenburg County Public Health is monitoring 12 potential outbreaks of suspected pneumonia involving school-based settings.
What a merger between Nissan and Honda could mean
Japanese automakers Nissan Motor Corp. and Honda Motor Co. have confirmed that they are discussing closer collaboration but denied reports they have decided on a merger.
Senate passes defense bill that will raise troop pay and aims to counter China's power
The Senate has passed a defense bill that authorize significant pay raises for junior enlisted service members and boost overall military spending to $895 billion. It also strips coverage of transgender medical treatments for children of military members.
Charlotte Area Transit System holiday service schedule
CATS will operate on a Saturday schedule for Christmas Eve and a Sunday schedule for Christmas Day. CATS is also offering free rides on New Year's Eve.
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