Matthews Police arrest 7 people after illegal gambling investigation
Matthews Police have arrested seven people after a months-long investigation into a business suspected of illegal gambling activities.
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As cold temperatures settle in, remember the 5 Ps of winter preparedness
A powerful cold front is sending cold temperatures back into the Carolinas. Now is a good time to review the 5 P's of Winter Preparedness.
North Carolina sees fourth year of economic growth despite Hurricane Helene impacts
North Carolina saw its fourth year of economic growth since the COVID-19 pandemic, despite Hurricane Heleneβs destruction dampening the stateβs fourth quarter economy.
Queen City Audio Video & Appliances Announces Major Expansion By Securing Badcock Home Furnishing & More Stores in North and South Carolina
Queen City Audio Video & Appliances is excited to announce the acquisition of multiple Badcock Home Furnishing & More stores across North and South Carolina.
Truist Field to host Charlotte's New Yearβs Eve celebration
Truist Field is set to host Charlotteβs New Yearβs Eve party for the first time ever.
Trump and Biden teams insist they're working together on foreign crises
The Biden and Trump national security teams have come to an understanding that they have no choice but to work together as conflicts in Gaza, Syria and Ukraine have left a significant swath of the world on a knife's edge.
New Social Services Director joins Gaston County
Following the retirement of Angela Karchmer, Shannon Myers will join Gaston County as the new Department of Social Services (DSS) Director.
Mayor Lyles Proclaims Dec. 12 βShare the Warmth Dayβ in Charlotte
In the spirit of giving and to encourage sharing warmth with neighbors, Mayor Vi Lyles is proclaiming Dec. 12, 2024, as the sixth-annual βShare the Warmth Dayβ in the city of Charlotte.
Wells Fargo Championship Donates $5.9 million to Charlotte area foundations
Tournament officials say a record $5.9 million was raised for charity donations from this yearβs Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Club and previous net reserves.
Man sentenced to life for murder of ex-girlfriend's friend in Gastonia
A jury convicted 31-year-old Marshawn Sanders of Shelby on Tuesday for the murder of 30-year-old Eric Glenn. Sanders shot Glenn on June 9, 2020 in the parking lot of the Ingco Express on Lowell Bethesda Road in Gastonia.
East Mecklenburg High School on modified lockdown after threats on social media
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg School district and CMPD are investigating threats against East Mecklenburg High School that were made on social media.
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | Dec. 14th and Dec. 15th
From the Trans-Siberian Orchestra concert to Sesame Street Live, check out some of the top events happening in the Charlotte area on December 14th and December 15th.
How to crush your money goals in 2025
WCCB's Deirnesa Jefferson talks to nationally recognized money coach, speaker, CEO, and financial expert Bernadette Joy about her new book 'Crush your money goals' and how to attain financial freedom.Β
Citizen complaints prompt police operation that leads to arrest of accused drug dealer
Citizen complaints about illegal activity in the Connelly Springs community led to the arrest of an accused drug dealer.
Man accused of setting deadly house fire while his family was inside is now charged with murder
A man accused of setting his home on fire with his newborn child, fiancΓ© and her father inside is out of the hospital and is now in jail.
Charlotte Housing Code allows tougher penalties for slumlords
Housing Advocates are asking city leaders to use tools in the existing minimum housing code to hold slumlords accountable.
Charlotte families gifted Target shopping spree to help cover the cost of the holidays
Dozens of Charlotte's Habitat for Humanity families were surprised with shopping spree from a popular discount department store. Target teamed up with Habitat for Humanity to further gift families who received a home from the non-profit in 2024.
Wildlife crews are asking for help locating two bobcats believed to be burned
The Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center is seeking help from the public to locate two bobcats that may have been burned during Sunday's wildfire.
Concord Police Searching for Missing Teen
A 16-year-old girl is missing and police need the public's help to find her.
