Johnson & Wales To Expand Campus Footprint
Johnson & Wales University plans to transform the DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte Uptown into a student housing hub for growing enrollment.
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Catawba County Comes Together To Support Community Members Impacted By Severe Storms
The Catawba County community is coming together to support those affected by severe storms by offering temporary shelter and making donations of food, water, and other house hold items.
Matthews Fire Department Rescues Stranded Woman In Flood
After finding a lone woman clinging to a tree in flood waters, Matthews Fire Department (MFD) administered a rescue in 20 minutes
Duke Energy Restores Power To Thousands Of Customers After Sever Storms Cause Outages
Duke Energy is working diligently to restore power to thousands after severe storms caused outages across the Carolinas.
Monroe-Union Breakfast And The Union West Rotary Clubs Are Sponsoring A Fun Family Event Featuring The Harlem Wizards
On the first weekend in February, the Monroe-Union Breakfast and the Union West Rotary Clubs are sponsoring a fun family event featuring the famous Harlem Wizards.
Gov. Cooper Declares State Of Emergency For North Carolina
Governor Roy Cooper signed an Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency due to severe weather across the state.
State Of Emergency Declared In Union County
A State of Emergency has been declared in Union County due to damage from severe weather, according to the Union County Board of Commissioners.Β
School Closings And Delays For Wednesday, January 10th
School closings and delays have been announced for Wednesday, January 10th due to flooding and damage from severe weather.
Storm Damage Across The Carolinas | PHOTOS
Severe storms, including heavy winds, impact the WCCB Charlotte viewing area. View the gallery of storm damage from Charlotte and other surrounding cities.
Charlotte Douglas Airport Advising The Public To Verify Flight Status Prior To Arriving
Charlotte Douglas airport is reporting partial road closures On Wilkinson Boulevard between Old Dowd Road and Sam Wilson Road due to flooding.
Duke Energy Reporting Power Outage At The LYNX Blue Line I-485 Station
Duke Energy has reported a power outage at the LYNX Blue Line I-485 station in a post via X.
Blue Cross NC Allowing Early Prescription Refills Due to Anticipated Impacts from Severe Weather
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina is allowing early prescription refills to ensure that customers have access to the prescription drugs they need.
North Carolina Insurance Industry Proposes Average 42% Homeowner Premium Increase
Another round of setting homeowner insurance policy rates in North Carolina has begun with the industry seeking a 42.2% average statewide premium increase that would begin in the summer.
Infant Killed In Chester House Fire
A 9-month-old girl was killed in a house fire in Chester, S.C.
City of Concord Reaches Settlement with Ronnie Long
The exonerated Concord man who served 44 years in prison for a crime he didn't commit is suing the City of Concord, detectives who worked his original case, and the cityβs current and former police chiefs, according to an 88-page lawsuit.
Panthers Request Interviews With Nine Coaching Candidates, Eight GM Candidates
The Panthers have already requested interviews with eight potential candidates for their head coaching position and nine candidates for their general manager position, with more likely to come.
Preparations Underway Ahead of Storms and Heavy Rain On Tuesday
Crews across our area are preparing for downed trees, power outages, and possible flooding. Storm Water Services spent the day clearing away brush along waterways.
Gaston County Board Of Education Appoints New Superintendent
The Gaston County Board of Education has approved the appointment of a new superintendent for Gaston County Schools, Morgen A. Houchard, Ed.D.
Severe Weather Preparation
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Office (CMEMO), Mecklenburg County, the City of Charlotte are working together to monitor severe weather and any potential impacts to Mecklenburg County on Tuesday, January 9, 2024.
