CMPD Animal Care & Control Division Is Being Nominated For A Govie Recognizing Its Staycation Program
CMPD Animal Care & Control Division is being nominated for a Govie in the Outstanding Work Category to recognize its Staycation Program.
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NC Legislature Considers Bonuses For Unemployed Who Get Jobs
North Carolina unemployment benefit recipients could get bonuses of $1,500 if they return to work soon under a measure unveiled Thursday by Republican legislators.
Boating Safety Is Crucial As We Head Into Prime Boating Season, Officials Say
As the 2021 summer boating season gets underway and more vessels are being registered, officials say it is vital to know how to boat responsible in order to keep everyone safe.
Charlotte Couple Accused Of Stealing Booster Club Funds
A Charlotte couple is accused of stealing $200,000 from a high school booster club and using COVID-19-relief business loans to cover their crime, federal authorities said.
Senior Prank At East Lincoln High School Leads To 12 Students Being Charged
A senior prank at East Lincoln High School that left the school and buses with damages Monday resulted in 12 students facing charges, deputies say.
Coca-Cola Racing Family Driver Joey Logano Visits Virtually With American Forces Network Pacific, 38th Air Defense Artillery Brigade in Japan
Earlier this week, Coca-Cola Racing Family driver Joey Logano met virtually with troops from American Forces Network Pacific and the U.S. Army 38th Air Defense Artillery Brigade from Japan, as part of Charlotte Motor Speedwayβs virtual Mission 600.
One Arrested For Shootout Near Hookah Lounge In Uptown Charlotte, Police Searching For Additional Suspects | VIDEO
A 43-year-old man has been charged for the Babylon Hookah Lounge shooting that left one person hurt but the investigation continues as police request the public's help identifying additional suspects in the case.
Drought Conditions Continue in Carolinas
With very few rain chances in sight for the time being, the drought is only expected to worsen.
Construction Worker Dies In Alexander County Trench Collapse
A 37-year-old construction worker was killed when a trench collapsed in Alexander County, according to authorities.
Despite Disappointing Finish, Future Is Bright For Hornets
When it comes to tough lessons in basketball, Hornets head coach James Borrego believes that what doesn't kill you, makes you stronger.
More Than 150 Missing Kids Brought Back To Safety Thanks To New Effort From CMPD
It's part of Operation Carolina Homecoming. A collaborative effort focused on the recovery of missing and runaway juveniles in the charlotte area where previous efforts to locate them had been unsuccessful.Β
Businesses Prepare for Reduced Lanes in Plaza Midwood for Stormwater Pipe Installation
Drivers in Plaza Midwood are preparing for months of traffic headaches as crews install a stormwater pipe on Central Avenue. Businesses are also bracing for impacts after already suffering due to COVID restrictions.
Eat Black Charlotte Week And Festival Coming June 4th-12th
Eat Black Charlotte Week, powered by OrthoCarolina, is a celebration of Charlotteβs Black food culture and will feature prix fixe menus from over 20 participating businesses, June 4-12.
Charlotte Pride Returns To In-Person Events In 2021
Charlotte Pride, the leader in LGBTQ visibility in Charlotte and the Carolinas, announced on May 18 it will return to in-person events and programs in a four-month-long Charlotte Pride Season running from August through November 2021.Β Β
Broadband, Education Atop Cooperβs $5.7B Virus Aid Proposals
Broadband, K-12 and higher education, local infrastructure and targeted businesses would be among the greatest beneficiaries in Gov. Roy Cooperβs proposals unveiled Wednesday on how to spend $5.7 billion in federal COVID-19 aid recently approved by Congress.
33-Year-Old Woman Killed When Person Jumps Out Of Ditch And Shoots Her In Salisbury
An investigation is underway after a woman was shot in the driveway of a Salisbury home Tuesday night.
Jonas Brothers Announce 'Remember This' Tour Across The U.S. This Summer
Global superstar trio Jonas Brothers are back on the road after the smash success of their βHappiness Beginsβ tour in 2019. The Jonas Brothers 'Remember This' Tour will make its way to Charlotte in October with special guest Kelsea Ballerini.
Over 150 Missing Children Brought Home During CMPD's Operation Carolina Homecoming
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department announced Wednesday that over 150 missing juveniles are now safe after a successful operation brought them home.
Gov. Cooper Proposes How To Spend Latest Virus Relief Aid From DC
North Carolinaβs governor is set to tell lawmakers how he wants them to spend the billions of additional dollars the federal government has allocated through another COVID-19 relief package.
