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CMPD: Three Suspects Charged For Short Spree Of Armed Robberies In East Charlotte

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has arrested three suspects for committing a short spree of armed robberies in east Charlotte Sunday afternoon.

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Boys & Girls Club Of Cabarrus County Host Veterans Day Drive-Thru Event | PHOTOS

The Concord community came together on Thursday to pass out appreciation bags to local veterans during a special drive-thru event hosted by the Boys and Girls Club of Cabarrus County.

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Popular Brunch Concept Uptown Yolk Is Moving To Charlotte’s South End

Popular breakfast-focused culinary concept Uptown Yolk will reopen in South End in 2022.

CMPD: 19-Year-Old Charged After Fleeing From Police In Stolen Vehicle With Stolen Rifle

A 19-year-old has been arrested after he allegedly terrorized the community with a stolen firearm, fled from officers in a stolen vehicle and barricaded himself in a shed Wednesday night, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

Carolina Panthers Agree To Terms With Cam Newton

The Panthers on Thursday agreed to terms with quarterback Cam Newton, bringing the former No. 1 overall pick back to Charlotte, pending a physical.

Judge: North Carolina Must Spend $1.75B To Narrow Education Gap

A North Carolina trial judge has ordered the state to pay out $1.75 billion to help narrow the state’s public education inequities.

‎Wilson's World At The Carolinas Veterans Day Festival

Wilson joined Veterans Bridge Home for the 2021 Carolinas Veterans Day Festival at Truist Field to ‎celebrate and help those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces and their families.

Veteran Owned And Operated Old Armor Beer Company Paying It Forward

Veteran Owned and Operated Brewery in Kannapolis Paying It Forward

Old Armor Beer Company in Kannapolis giving back to veterans and first responders in the community and across the country.

Burns On Pats' Jones: I Wish My D-End Friends Happy Hunting

Panthers defensive end Brian Burns said he thinks Patriots rookie quarterback Mac Jones should apologize for grabbing his right ankle and trying to twist it during last Sunday’s game in Charlotte.

House Fire in Matthews Causes $75K in Damages

Firefighters battled a house fire in Matthews early Thursday morning. They controlled the flames in 20 minutes but the fire caused an estimated $75,000 in losses. One person sustained minor injuries.

Mecklenburg County Indoor Mask Mandate Could Be Lifted By Next Week

Mecklenburg County's indoor mask mandate could be lifted as soon as next week. The county dropped under five percent in positive COVID testing results on Tuesday.

Few North Carolina Children 5-11 Vaccinated In Early Rollout

Few North Carolina parents had their children vaccinated in the first days COVID-19 shots were available for kids age 5 to 11.

Sam Darnold To Miss At Least 4 Weeks With Shoulder Fracture

Quarterback Sam Darnold will miss at least four weeks with a right shoulder injury, according to coach Matt Rhule.

Chopt Hosts "Kids Eat Free" Event At North Carolina Locations

Chopt Creative Salad Co. will host “Kids Eat Free” event at North Carolina locations on Nov. 16.

NC Attorney General Reaches Settlement With Charlotte Gas Station Over Colonial Pipeline Price Gouging

North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein has reached a settlement of more than $20,000 with a Charlotte gas station over price gouging amid the Colonial Pipeline shutdown.

2021 Veterans Day: Free Meals And Restaurant Deals

Veterans Day is approaching and many people will be honoring their family, friends and loved ones. Many businesses will also be celebrating veterans and active military with deals including free meal options. WCCB has compiled a list of places with deals for Veterans Day.