Charlotte man arrested, facing charges for opossum set on fire
A man has been arrested following the investigation of a disturbing video that showed an opossum being set on fire.
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North Carolina lawmakers focus on guns, immigration and parental rights ahead of a key deadline
Gun access, parental rights and responses to illegal immigration proved recurring topics in legislation approved by at least one North Carolina General Assembly chamber before a key deadline during the two-year session.
Charlotte business ranks in 50 fastest-growing women-led companies
A Charlotte-based company made Women Presidents Organizationβs 50 fastest-growing women-led companies.
7-day PGA Championship passes over $2K each
Itβs going to cost a pretty penny to attend the 2025 PGA Championship in Charlotte.
UPDATE: Officer who shot and killed suspect outside Pineville bar will not face criminal charges
The district attorney says a Pineville police officer who shot and killed a suspect outside a bar will not face criminal charges.
Robert Prevost has been elected the first American pope in history, takes the name Leo XIV
Cardinal Robert Prevost, a missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and leads the Vaticanβs powerful office of bishops, was elected the first American pope in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church. Takes the name Leo XIV.
Great Wolf Lodge Concord Summer Camp-In Celebration Returns
Great Wolf Lodge Concord has announced the return of its annual Summer Camp-In celebration.
White House proposes overhauling the outdated US air traffic control system in the wake of crashes
The Trump administration proposed a major overhaul of the U.S. air traffic control system on Thursday in the wake of recent deadly plane crashes and technical failures that have put a spotlight on the outdated network.
Panthers release veteran Jadeveon Clowney after selecting two edge rushers in the NFL draft
The Carolina Panthers have released veteran Jadeveon Clowney after selecting two edge rushers in the NFL draft.
Trade deal will cut US tariffs on UK cars to 10% and eliminate tariffs on steel and aluminum
President Donald Trump has agreed to cut tariffs on U.K. autos, steel and aluminum in a planned trade deal with Britain, which would buy more American beef and streamline its customs process for goods from the United States.
Healthy Headlines: What to know about strokes
Β In todayβs Novant Healthy Headlines, Ramona Holloway chats with Dr. Zaid Hage, a Novant Health neurosurgeon, about the stroke signs we should all be aware of and the importance to react and get medical attention quickly.
New manufacturing facility to bring more than 100 jobs to Shelby
PPG says it plans to invest $380 million dollars to build a new manufacturing plant in Shelby. The company says it will employ more than 110 people and produce the full line of PPGβs aerospace coatings and sealants.Β
Town of Mooresville held ceremonial groundbreaking for Moor Park renovation project
The Town of Mooresville held a ceremonial groundbreaking for the Moor Park Renovation Project.
WeatherWise Alert: severe storms likely today in Charlotte area
Severe storms are expected this afternoon and evening for the Western Carolinas, including the Charlotte metro area, with threats including large hail, damaging wind, heavy rain and isolated tornadoes.
Cardinals vote in the Vatican for a second day to elect a new pope
Black smoke poured out of the Sistine Chapel chimney again Thursday morning. That indicates no pope was elected on second or third ballots of the conclave to choose a new leader of the Catholic Church
CMPD investigating deadly shooting at north Charlotte gas station
One person is dead after an early morning shooting at a gas station in north Charlotte.
Co-living properties gain popularity in Charlotte area as people struggle to find affordable housing
An old concept with a new name is gaining popularity across Charlotte as people struggle to find affordable housing. People are trying out co-living with strangers to cut costs, the idea is similar to a dormitory setup.
Members of Charlotte City Council respond to alleged accusations of "criminal activity"
At a news conference on Wednesday, members of Charlotte City Council addressed accusations from one of their own atΒ
Study: North Carolina has 5th worst decline in school attendance
North Carolina has the fifth-worst decline in daily school attendance in the United States, according to a recent study.
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