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Giving Tuesday: The Importance of Helping Local Non-Profits

After we shopped for ourselves and our loved ones on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Tuesday is the day to spend money on helping others.

DA Drops Charges Against Woman In Viral Video

Charges have been dropped against the woman who was punched in the face by a CMPD officer.

CMPD Chief Jennings Announces Community & Police Collaboration Group

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings announced today that he has been working with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations to organize a Community and Police Collaboration Group who will collectively review certain CMPD policies and provide the organization with recommendations for consideration.

Help With Heating Bills: Applications For Assistance Begin Friday, Dec. 1

Mecklenburg County residents who have trouble paying their winter heating bills can get help through Mecklenburg County’s Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP).

Analysis: Frank Reich Paid The Price For A Panthers Roster Lacking Talent

Frank Reich paid the price for a roster that lacked talent.

University Partners Announces Third Annual New Year's Day 5k

University City Partners announces and invites seasoned and new runners and spirited spectators to conquer the year’s first race in University City.

Alex Murdaugh Sentenced To 27 Additional Years For Financial Crimes And Ordered To Pay Millions | Video

Convicted murderer and disgraced lawyer, Alex Murdaugh stood before a judge facing over 12 million dollars in financial crimes involving former clients on Tuesday.

AP: Julius Peppers And Antonio Gates Advance To Semifinal Stage For Pro Football Hall Of Fame

Three-time All-Pros Julius Peppers and Antonio Gates were chosen as semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s class of 2024 in their first year of eligibility.

Giving Tuesday: Local Non - Profit Giving The Gift Of Literacy

Dozens of books are available for the community for free as the mobile book collective goes into communities in Charlotte and surrounding counties with a goal of promoting literacy and book accessibility.

Charlotte Man Looks Back On Friendship With Rosalynn & Jimmy Carter

A memorial service will be held in Atlanta on Tuesday for former First Lady Rosalynn Carter. We're hearing from a Charlotte man who developed a close friendship with the Carter's that's lasted decades.

Northlake Mall Unveils Lineup Of Specialty Retailers

Northlake Mall announced the arrival of several exciting and new specialty retailers that will be available to shoppers as they begin their holiday season.

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden Hosts The Holidays At The Garden Festival

Join the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden for Holidays at the garden festival through December 23rd.

Panthers Fire Head Coach Frank Reich

The Carolina Panthers have parted ways with head coach Frank Reich, according to Owner David Tepper. The Panthers are the worst team in the NFL with a 1-10 record.

Jingle All The Way Down To Speedway Christmas With New Features This Week

Speedway Christmas presented by Atrium Health is unwrapping up another week of holiday magic, rolling out a lineup of holiday festivities that will make a visit to America’s Home for Racing merry and bright.

More Carolina Panthers Coaching Staff Fired

More members of the Carolina Panthers coaching staff have been fired.

AP: What's Merriam-Webster's Word Of The Year For 2023? Hint: Be True To Yourself

In an age of deepfakes and post-truth, as artificial intelligence rose and Elon Musk turned Twitter into X, the Merriam-Webster word of the year for 2023 is “authentic.”

Public Health’s First Mobile Health Unit Hits The Road

Providing services to more residents across Mecklenburg County takes on new meaning as Public Health's first mobile health unit has arrived and is ready to take to the road. The mobile van will be used for vaccination, testing, and education events year-round.

Hospitals Across North Carolina Receive Payments as Part of Medicaid Expansion Legislation

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today announced eligible hospitals in the state will begin receiving payments through the Healthcare Access and Stabilization Program (HASP).