American Airlines Flight Veers Off Runway In Charlotte
An American Airlines flight halted its takeoff from the Charlotte airport and ran off the runway on Thursday because of an apparent mechanical problem, an airline spokesperson said.
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Smart Shopper: FREE Family Fun At YMCA + Discounts!
The YMCA still has availability and they have incredible discounts for members. The Y also has a free family fun event this Saturday, May 21st, 2022.
What The Tech: Lie About Your Age
Our parents told us it's best to always tell the truth. I've been preaching that to my kids since they were old enough to understand. Still, more and more kids are lying about their age online in order to create accounts for Snapchat, TikTok, and apps that require users to be at least 13 years old.
Hornets GM Kupchak Signs Multiyear Contract Extension
Mitch Kupchak has signed a multiyear contract extension to remain the Charlotte Hornets’ general manager.
Julius Chambers High School Forfeit 2021-22 Football Season Due To Ineligible Player
A third Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools football program must forfeit it's wins from last season and pay a fine for using an ineligible player.
Second Gun Found On CMS Campus This Week
Many parents are outraged after another gun was found on a Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools campus Thursday.
Air Quality Alert In Effect Friday
Due to high levels of ground-level ozone an Air Quality Alert is in effect for a portion of the region on Friday.
Pat McCrory Tests Positive For COVID Two Days After Election
Former North Carolina Republican Governor Pat McCrory says he has tested positive for COVID-19.
Shoplifting Suspects Charged After Police Chase Ends In Multi-Vehicle Crash In Mooresville
Three suspects have been charged for their involvement in a shoplifting incident at a Tractor Supply in Mooresville on Tuesday, police say.
Mecklenburg County Manager Recommends $2.1 Billion Operating Budget
Mecklenburg County Manager Dena R. Diorio presented her recommended 2023 budget to the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners on Thursday.
Man Dies After Shooting In Northeast Charlotte, Homicide Investigation Underway
Police have identified the victim of the northeast Charlotte shooting as 26-year-old Feliciano Aguilar-Sanchez.
Police: Lincolnton Man Arrested On Drug Charges
Deputies say citizen complaints over illegal drug activities launched an investigation that led to the arrest of one Lincolnton man on Thursday.
CMS: North Meck Students Suspended After Fight On Campus
Principal Hood sent a message to all North Mecklenburg High School families after a fight broke out between students on campus Thursday.
Burial Beer Co. Opens Taproom & Bottle Shop In Plaza Midwood
Asheville's beloved Burial Beer Company is expanding into Charlotte. The brewery is set to open a new taproom and bottle shop in Plaza Midwood on June 4th.
N.C. Wildlife Commission Reinforces The Importance Of Life Jackets In Light Of Recent Drownings
"PFDs save lives, but they won’t work if you don’t wear them," says Captain Branden Jones with the Wildlife Commission.
Fundraiser Started For Iredell County Baby Who Fell Into Fire Pit
A GoFundMe has been started for a baby who was injured after accidentally falling out of her walker into her families fire pit Wednesday in Iredell County.
Charlotte Independence Fall 2-1 to Northern Colorado Hailstorm FC
The Charlotte Independence fell 2-1 to Northern Colorado Hailstorm FC in a competitive match played Wednesday night at American Legion Memorial Stadium.
Charlotte Independence USL W League Team Earns First Win in History
The Charlotte Independence USL W League team won its first game in history by defeating the North Carolina Fusion 4-0 at American Legion Memorial Stadium. The Independence were led by #20 Ayden Yates who scored two goals on the day.
Krispy Kreme Celebrating 2022 Graduates With Free Dozen Doughnuts
Krispy Kreme is feeling the pomp and circumstance as they celebrate this year’s high school and college seniors with a free dozen doughnuts on May 25.
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