Fortune Cookie Numbers Win Mecklenburg County Man $4 Million
Gabriel Fierro of Cornelius took the numbers from his fortune cookie and used them in Tuesdayβs Mega Millions drawing, turning a $3 ticket into a $4 million prize.
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Charlotte's Emergency Operations Center Fully Staffed, Ready To Go During Any Major Event
The EOC has command staff from Charlotte Fire, CMPD, Medic, City landscape, and National Weather Service during any major event.
Trash Concerns In Monroe
When Caitlin Strawn pulls out of her neighborhood onto Goldmine Road, she isn't able to admire the greenery or trees. Her eyes are drawn straight to piles of trash.
Trucking Industry Turning To 18 Year Old Drivers To Ease Shortage
The U.S. government is trying to help ease the trucker shortage by allowing 18-year-olds to drive semis across state lines.
CATS Debuts Special Edition Transit Passes Designed By Local Artists
CATS has selected designs by three different local artists to be featured on special edition monthly transit passes.
NCDOT, SCDOT Crews Ready To Respond To 2nd Winter Storm
Transportation crews across the Carolinas are prepared to work around the clock to get roads clear as forecasts call for a second winter storm in less than a week.
School Closings, Delays, And Remote Learning Days For January 21st
Several schools in the WCCB viewing area will be closed, delayed or going fully remote on Friday, January 21st due to the possibility of inclement weather.Β
CMPD: Charlotte Fire Captain Arrested In Domestic Violence Investigation
A Charlotte firefighter has been arrested for allegedly assaulting his wife and 17-year-old son during a domestic disturbance on Wednesday, according to CMPD.
Gastonia Man Charged With Attempted Murder Of Family Member
Detectives have arrested and charged a 22-year-old man for the attempted murder of a family member after a stabbing at a Gastonia home Wednesday afternoon left a 67-year-old woman with serious injuries.
Police: Statesville Couple Arrested For Alleged Sexual Abuse Of 2 Teen DaughtersΒ
Statesville Police have charged a couple with child sex offenses after it was reported that the mother's boyfriend had been sexually assaulting her two teenage daughters for the past eight years.
Man Dies In Catawba County Mobile Home Fire
A 73-year-old man died in a mobile home fire Wednesday night in Vale, N.C. Officials ruled the fire as accidental and say it was caused by a kerosene heater.
25-Year-Old Charged For Fatal Concord Hit-And-Run
A 25-year-old Concord woman has been arrested for fatally hitting a pedestrian with a vehicle Tuesday night, according to police.
AP Source: Panthers Interview Jay Gruden, Montgomery Again
According to a person familiar with the situation, former Washington head coach Jay Gruden and Indianapolis Colts running backs coach Scottie Montgomery have had second interviews with the Carolina Panthers for their offensive coordinator position.
CMPD Asking For Publicβs Help Locating Missing 50-Year-Old
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for the public's help locating a missing 50-year-old man.
NC Governor Cooper Declares State Of Emergency Before Second Winter Storm
Governor Roy Cooper has signed a state of emergency in advance of the second winter storm to move through the state in a week.
Teacher Absences Continue To Climb As CMS Struggles To Staff The Classrooms
Teaching during the pandemic has taken a toll on second-grade CMS teacher Darina Cooper. With so many covid related teacher absences, she says it hasn't gotten any easier.
Snow Covered Ground Seen From Space
Satellite imagery shows snow and sleet covered ground across the Carolinas.
School Closures And E-Learning Due To Inclement Weather For January 20th
Several schools in the WCCB viewing area will be remote due to inclement weather concerns.
CrimeStoppers Offering $20,000 Reward For Info In South Charlotte Murder Investigation
The Crime Stoppers unit is offering $20,000 for information leading to an arrest in an October 2021 south Charlotte murder investigation.
