The 57th Annual Southern Christmas Show
The 57th Annual Southern Christmas Show the largest holiday show in North America, and it kicks off today at the Park Expo and Conference Center here in Charlotte.
Local News
Cause released of fire at paper manufacturing plant in NoDa
The Charlotte Fire Department says a spark likely caused a fire at a paper manufacturing plant. That fire covered the NoDa area with smoke and clogged up roadways.
New FDA rules for TV drug ads: Simpler language and no distractions
New rules require drugmakers to be clearer about explaining the risks and side effects of prescription drugs.
Ford paying up to $165 million for moving too slowly on recall
Ford Motor Co. will pay a penalty of up to $165 million to the U.S. government for moving too slowly on a recall and failing to give accurate recall information.
Top sporting events around Charlotte this week
Get your sports fix this week, November 14th-20th, by clicking through the gallery to see some of the best athletes from around the Queen City.
Only 8 monkeys remain free more than a week after escaping SC compound
Just eight monkeys remain free from the group who broke out of a South Carolina compound that breeds the primates for medical research.
Hornets unveil new City Edition uniform for 2024-25 season
The Charlotte Hornets unveiled a new Nike NBA City Edition uniform for the 2024-25 NBA season. The uniform has a mint green silhouette, and granite and gold accents.
Man dead and woman hurt in domestic shooting
A man is dead and a woman is hurt following what police are calling a domestic situation in Mint Hill.
Union Co. Sheriff's Office searching for registered sex offender
31-year-old Matthew Prince has outstanding warrants for failing to comply with his mandatory registration requirements.
American Airlines to host hundreds of HBCU students in Charlotte for Smart Hackathon
American will host hundreds of students from more than 30 historically Black colleges and universities to compete in the ninth annual BE Smart Hackathon.
Free ride service launches on Friday for SouthPark residents, workers and visitors
It is a free, point-to-point shuttle service within the SouthPark district every day, from 9AM to 9PM.
North Carolina offers schools $1 million to help take students on field trips
There's a new $1 million pilot project to help North Carolina public schools get financial reimbursements for taking students on field trips to places like state museums, aquariums and historic sites.
Arts and Craft Fairs in Blowing Rock to support local artisans affected by Helene
The Blowing Rock Art & History Museum will host three Pop-Up Art and Craft Fairs to help local artisans that were affected by Hurricane Helene.
Piedmont Natural Gas reminds people to be aware of natural gas leaks
As more homes and businesses use natural gas for heat during the fall and winter months, Piedmont Natural Gas is encouraging people to learn the signs of a natural gas leak.
Winter Carnival, Downtown Lighting Coming This Holiday Season In Morganton
The holiday season in Morganton kicks off with the Winter Carnival and lighting ceremony on Saturday, November 23rd.
Charlotte Fire battling 2-alarm fire at recycling business
Firefighters are on the scene of a 2-alarm fire at a paper recycling company near uptown Charlotte.
US overdose deaths are down, giving experts hope for lasting decline
New government data shows that U.S. drug overdose deaths appear to be showing a sustained decline. There were about 97,000 overdose deaths in the 12-month period that ended June 30.
Two Charlotte men sentenced for robbing armored car employees
Two Charlotte men will go to prison for robbing armored car employees as they put cash in an ATM in 2020.
Pet of the Week: Meet Frack!
Meet Frack! He's the lucky pup this week with CMPD Animal Care and Control. Watch to find out how to give him, or any animals with CMPD a loving home.
