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Bird Is Rolling Out The World's Most Eco-Friendly Shared Scooter In Charlotte

Charlotte will be one the first cities in the U.S. to have access to Bird's newest fleet of eco-friendly shared scooters.

Iredell Health System Tightening Visitor Restrictions Over COVID-19 Concerns

Starting Friday, August 6th at 5 p.m., Iredell Health System is tightening visitor restrictions at Iredell Memorial Hospital to help protect patients and staff from the rapidly spreading Delta variant of COVID-19.

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35-Year-Old Pedestrian Struck, Killed In Northwest Charlotte Hit-And-Run

A 35-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed in northwest Charlotte early Saturday morning sparking an investigation, according to police.

Two Catfish State Records Broken In North Carolina, 127 Pound Fish Caught!

Not one, but TWO N.C. catfish state records were broken within a week of one another in July.

Gov: SC Law ‘Very Clear’ In Banning School Mask Mandates

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster said Friday that he sees a city-enforced school mask mandate - intended to cover children not eligible for the coronavirus vaccine - as a violation of state law.

CMPD: Juvenile Charged For Fatal South Charlotte Crash Involving Motorcycle

A juvenile has been charged after a south Charlotte crash involving a motorcycle Thursday night left a 22-year-old dead, according to police.

Michael Bublé Postpones Charlotte Tour Stop Due To Coronavirus Concerns

Michael Bublé is postponing 10 of his U.S. tour dates that were scheduled between August 13-28, which includes his stop in the Queen City, according to a news release. The announcement of the postponed dates are due to Michael’s concern over the rising number of coronavirus infections that continue to sweep America.

Blackhawk Hardware's New In-Store Slide Closed

Blackhawk Hardware's new in-store slide is currently closed as they work to identify an insurer that can offer adequate coverage to protect their customers from any unlikely injuries while going down it, according to store officials.

Pedestrian Struck, Killed In North Charlotte Hit-And-Run Crash

Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives are investigating after a late Thursday night hit-and-run crash in north Charlotte left one man dead.

Bloop! There It Is - Bloopers From WCCB News Rising

Check out the funny bloopers from Derek, Lauren and the rest of the Rising crew!

South Carolina’s Back-To-School Sales Tax Holiday Underway

South Carolina’s annual weekend where the state doesn’t charge sales tax on back-to-school items is underway.

Mecklenburg County Sheriff Sued Over Gun Permit Delay

Gun rights organizations and three residents are suing the Mecklenburg County sheriff alleging that his office failed to issue pistol purchase and concealed handgun permits in a timely manner.

Charlotte's Innovation Barn Now Open

The first-of-its-kind multipurpose building on Seigle Avenue is looking to revolutionize how Carolinians recycle and contribute to a circular economy. Did we mention it has wine and beer?

Man Behind The Mic, Charlotte Resident Rocks The Crowd At Queen City Pro-Am

Nate Frazier keeps everyone in attendance at the Queen City Pro-Am entertained with his words while the games go on.

Cabarrus Health Alliance Launches Healthy, Affordable Take-Home Meals Program At Local Daycare Centers

Busy, working parents in Cabarrus County can now relax when it comes to planning dinner thanks to a new take-home meals program offered at three local daycare centers.

Troopers: Bicyclist Killed After Being Struck By A Truck In Lancaster County

Troopers are investigating a fatal collision after a bicyclist was hit by a truck and killed in Lancaster County on Thursday.

President Armbrister Gaston College Jcsu Connect Articulation Agreement

Gaston College Graduates To Have Direct-Entry Admission To Johnson C. Smith University Under New Agreement

Qualified Gaston College graduates will have direct-entry admission to Johnson C. Smith University thanks to an agreement the two schools entered into on August 5th.