Asheville ranked top Digital Detox Destination in the U.S.
With many Americans being bombarded by negative news online, search demand for "digital detox" have increased by 448% in the past month.
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Trump administration signals the tariffs against Canada and Mexico may soon have exemptions
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said there might be carveouts coming to the 25% tariffs placed on Canada and Mexico by President Donald Trump.
Catholic Church opens Lent season with words of solidarity for pope sidelined with pneumonia
The Catholic Church has opened the solemn Lenten season leading to Easter without the participation of Pope Francis, who was in the third week of hospital treatment for double pneumonia.
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | March 8th and March 9th
From the Paranormal Cirque to a donut festival, check out the top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend.
Charlotte is the 4th best large metro for women in tech
Charlotte snatched 4th place in the large metro ranking, establishing itself as a prime location for women in the tech sector.
Severe storms cause power outages across the Carolinas
Thousands of customers are without power throughout the Carolinas due to Severe storms moving through the region.
Stocks fall as tariffs take effect
Stocks are going down, cost of goods have gone up. It's the price Americans are paying early on as the US begins its trade war with some of the largest foreign suppliers.
NC Poison Control reports cases of cannabis exposure in kids doubled in four years
North Carolina Poison Control says more children are being exposed to cannabis. The agency reports the number of exposures more than doubled between 2020 and 2024.
Wednesday school closures and delays due to strong winds
Due to high winds and the potential severe weather, several schools in our area are closed, delayed, or operating on a remote schedule.
Wind Advisory in effect Wednesday
Wind gusts up to 50 mph are possible on Wednesday. This may result in a few power outages.
Large police presence after shooting reported in south Charlotte neighborhood
Crime scene tape blocked part of a neighborhood following a reported shooting in south Charlotte Tuesday afternoon.
Shooting investigation in west Charlotte
One person has life-threatening injuries following a shooting in west Charlotte.
TSA: More firearms found at Charlotte Douglas than any other NC airport in Jan/Feb
The Transportation Security Administration says its officers found 27 firearms at security checkpoints at Charlotte Douglas Airport in January and February.
72% of NC moviegoers would return to theaters if prices dropped, study finds
A new study by Octane Seating explores why Americans in NC & beyond are choosing streaming over theaters—and what could change their minds.
North Carolina ranked among the most pet-friendly states for renters
A new study by Highland Cabinetry ranked the most pet-friendly U.S. states for renting an apartment, a hotel room, and a house.
US tariffs take effect and Mexico, Canada and China retaliate with their own tariffs on the US
President Donald Trump’s long-threatened tariffs against Canada and Mexico have gone into effect, kicking off a trade war with America's neighbors.
NC tax refunds will be on the way soon
The North Carolina Department of Revenue is now processing 2024 Individual Income Tax returns. Taxpayers will begin receiving refunds through the mail and direct deposit the week of March 10.
Animal Care & Control waives adoption fees to help with kennel space crisis
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control (ACC) is dealing with crisis levels at its dog kennels and is working to avoid euthanasia to make room. ACC is waiving adoption fees through 3/9/25.
New web tool launched to find missing kids in NC
A new online tool was launched to help find missing children in North Carolina.
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