Large wildfire spreading across Avery County near Banner Elk
A wildfire in Avery County is spreading quickly due to ongoing dry conditions.
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Community engagement continues to shape I-77 corridor improvements
The N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and the N.C. Turnpike Authority want your feedback on the I-77 South Express Lanes project
Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte
View a full list of the biggest names and concerts happening around Charlotte this week.
Motorcyclist caught, another wanted after chase in Rowan County
Deputies caught one motorcyclist and are looking for another following a chase in Rowan County on Saturday night.
Border Patrol enforcement surge reported citywide in Charlotte
Federal officials are on the third day of their immigration enforcement throughout the city of Charlotte.
QBs Young and Penix are in spotlight as Panthers and Falcons look for more help from passing game
Bryce Young will be in the spotlight as the Panthers seek a more balanced offense against their NFC South rival.
Amber Alert canceled for missing 10-year-old child
An Amber Alert has been canceled after a 10-month-old child was allegedly abducted in Charlotte.
Rico Dowdle presents $45,000 donation check
Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle continues to use his platform for a purpose.
CMPD investigating homicide in Uptown
Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Uptown on Friday night.
Charlotte Marathon road closures: Major traffic disruptions expected all Saturday morning
The 2025 Novant Health Charlotte Marathon is this weekend and the race will cause major streets to be closed throughout Saturday morning and into the afternoon.
Healthy Headlines: Ways to manage heart disease risk
In this weekβs Novant Healthy Headlines, Tonya Rivens chats with Dr. Kaustubh Dabhadkar with Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute β Mint Hill, about heart disease and about some manageable ways to get healthy without revamping your entire lifestyle overnight.
Charlotte leaders who oppose looming federal immigration crackdown vow to resist
Charlotte leaders opposing the federal immigration deployment characterize the Border Patrol action as an "invasion."
Gov. Stein on Border Patrol in NC β Stay peaceful, bear witness to injustice, record inappropriate behavior
"We follow the law. We remain peaceful. We do not allow ourselves to be provoked. We stand with our neighbors. And when we see injustice, we bear witness," says Gov. Stein on Border Patrol deployment in Charlotte.
Traffic alert: I-85 on-ramp closed in Gaston County at exit 26
Traffic alert: I-85 on-ramp is closed at exit 26 after a tractor trailer overturned Friday morning.
Sleep training support on the rise for exhausted parents
Getting your baby to sleep through the night can be one of the hardest parts of parenting. Owner of Charlotte-based Sleep Baby Consulting, talked with us on how they are coaching both babies and parents toward better sleep.
Local church hosting health summit and expo in Charlotte on Saturday
The Black Health Matters Fall 2025 Health Summit & Expo is happening at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The Face Magazine Fashion Extravaganza
The Face Magazine is repping on the runway for a fashion show extravaganza.
Up 'n Adam: The Magician's Table
Adam Wurtzel sat down at The Magician's Table to learn about the new experience at Blume Studios.
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | November 15th and November 16th
WCCB has curated the perfect list for events this upcoming weekend.
