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Panthers draft Ole Miss EDGE Princely Umanmielen at No. 77 overall

The Carolina Panthers traded up for the second time on Day 2 of the NFL Draft to select Ole Miss edge rusher Princely Umanmielen.

Texas A&M defensive lineman Nic Scourton gestures during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Arkansas, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Carolina Panthers trade up to select EDGE Nic Scourton

The Carolina Panthers traded up six spots in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft to select edge rusher Nic Scourton out of Texas A&M.

Center City Vision Awards 2025

Charlotte Center City Partners hosted 900 people at the Charlotte Convention Center’s Crown Ballroom for the Center City Vision Awards. This award ceremony has become an anticipated tradition as one of Charlotte’s highly produced events with extraordinary art, music, dance and video production.

CATS to suspend Blue and Gold Line this weekend for maintenance

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will suspend its Blue and Gold Line services this weekend for maintenance.

Pet Of The Week: Meet Sweetie

In this Pet of the Week, CMPD Animal Care & Control is featuring Sweetie! Sweetie is crate and potty trained! She also loves to give kid-friendly cuddles! Watch to find out how to give her a furever home.

Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | April 26th and April 27th

From Truck Fest 2025 to a performance by the famous band "Japanese Breakfast," check out the top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend.

Healthy Headlines: What to know about colorectal cancer

In today’s Novant Healthy Headlines, Ramona Holloway chat with Dr. Robert Czuprynski, a colorectal surgeon with Novant Health Charlotte Colon & Rectal Surgery in Huntersville, about the importance of regular screening tests and what to expect if it doesn’t come back with the all clear.

Secret Garden Soiree fundraiser aims to empower children

The Secret Garden Soiree, hosted by Above and Beyond Students celebrates empowering children to excel beyond their expectations—academically, personally, and socially.

'Taylor Made' scholarship recognizes women student athletes

The ‘Taylor Made’ awards aims to uplift high school student athletes by providing them with a tailored suit and a $250 check to assist them in their journey.

Atlanta Falcons select two Charlotte-area natives in 2025 NFL Draft

The Atlanta Falcons were busy Thursday night, selecting two Charlotte natives in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Carolina Panthers select WR Tetairoa McMillan

The Carolina Panthers selected wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan out of Arizona at No. 8 overall.

3 players the Carolina Panthers could select in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft

The Carolina Panthers will make its first selection at No. 8 overall.

UPDATE: Man convicted for setting fire to Cornelius family's home

A man who set fire to a Cornelius family's home as they slept inside has been convicted by a jury in Mecklenburg County.

Young Voters Could Have Big Impact On Election — If They Show Up

Judge blocks parts of Trump’s overhaul of US elections, including proof-of-citizenship requirement

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from immediately enacting certain changes to how federal election are run, including adding a proof-of-citizenship requirement to the federal voter registration form.

Judge blocks Trump push to cut funding to public schools over diversity programs

A federal judge on Thursday blocked Trump administration directives that threatened to cut federal funding for public schools with diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

Right Moves For Youth awarded $150,000 grant from NBA Foundation | Charlotte Hornets

Right Moves For Youth announced it is a recipient of a $150,000 one-year grant from the NBA Foundation and the Charlotte Hornets. As one of the 82 organizations in the NBA Foundation’s 14th cohort, Right Moves For Youth is the only grantee in the Charlotte Hornets market.