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NC State Employees Getting Extra Day Off For Booster Shot

North Carolina state employees will be getting an extra day of vacation for receiving a COVID-19 booster.

Two Juveniles Facing Charges After Middle School In Hickory Received Social Media Threat

Two juveniles are facing charges after a middle school in Hickory received threats on social media Wednesday, according to the Catawba County Sheriff's Office.

Smart Shopper: The Best Cinco de Mayo Deals!

Before we get into deals, I've got a little fun fact for you guys. Contrary to popular belief, it is not Mexico's independence day. This day commemorates the anniversary of Mexico's victory over the French empire back in 1862. Mexico's independence day is actually September 16th!

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Checkers To Face Bridgeport Islanders In Second Round Of Playoffs

The Charlotte Checkers announced the full schedule for their second-round playoff series that will be played against the Bridgeport Islanders.  

13-Year-Old Girl Drowns In Chesterfield County River, Officials Say

Divers recovered the body of a 13-year-old girl from the Pee Dee River in Chesterfield County on Wednesday.

Severe Thunderstorms Cause Damage Across Carolinas

Duke Energy is reporting over 4,000 power outages in Mooresville due to severe thunderstorms.

Governor Cooper Offers Reward For Information On 2020 Anson County Murder & Attempted Murder

Governor Cooper announced on Wednesday that North Carolina is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of the person(s) responsible for shooting and killing one teenager and paralyzing another in Anson County in 2020.

Iredell Health System Eases Visitor Restrictions, Allows Children Under 12 To Visit

Starting Wednesday, Iredell Health System is easing more of its visitor restrictions by allowing children under 12-years-old to visit.

Firefighters Extinguish Flames At Albemarle Home

Firefighters were able to get a house fire in Albemarle under control within minutes on Wednesday with no injuries to report.

York County Coroner's Office Says Woman Found Shot To Death In Her Home

Detectives have opened an investigation after finding a woman shot to death inside her York County home on Tuesday.

Deputies: 18-Year-Old Hickory High Student Drowns Weeks Before Graduation

A teenager drowned in a Catawba County lake Tuesday night just three weeks before her high school graduation, according to the sheriff's office.

CMPD: Ex Pro-Skateboarder Arrested For Abusing Mentor Role To Sexually Assault Numerous Children In Charlotte

CMPD says is it aware of at least 8 victims who claim they were sexually assaulted by former professional skateboarder Wayne (Ray) Goff.

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Kelly Steps Down As CEO Of Tepper Sports And Entertainment

Nick Kelly has stepped down chief executive office of Tepper Sports & Entertainment after just three months on the job.

Police: Man Charged For Assault, Murder Of 39-Year-Old Woman In Salisbury

A man is facing charges for the assault and homicide of a 39-year-old woman that happened at a Salisbury home in March, according to police.

Active Drug Lab, Suspicious Items Consistent With Explosives Found In Albemarle Home

An investigation is underway after an active drug lab was found at a home in Albemarle Tuesday evening, police say.

Playoff Hockey Is Returning To The Queen City

Having received a first-round bye as Atlantic Division champions, the Charlotte Checkers' first home game of the postseason will be Game 3 of the second round at Bojangles Coliseum on Saturday, May 14, at 4 p.m.

Charlotte Pulls Off Another Stoppage Time Thriller Over Union Omaha

The Charlotte Independence defeated the defending USL League One champs, Union Omaha, in a stoppage time thriller tonight at American Legion Memorial Stadium.

What The Tech: Cool iPhone Tricks

Every now and then opening and closing apps and tapping around on the screen help you discover something new your iPhone can do. I discovered a doozy I just had to share it.