Have You Seen The Giant Mushrooms Sprouting In Uptown Charlotte?
Giant illuminated mushrooms have taken over Uptown Charlotte as ImaginOn and Charlotte Center City Partners present the Amigo and Amigo Shrooms Art installation.
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Tweetsie Railroad Reopens Its Doors Just In Time For Easter
The historic train running through the Blue Ridge Mountains and the wild west amusement park known as Tweetsie Railroad is reopening its doors on Friday, April 2nd with a special guest visit from the Easter Bunny.
Mecklenburg County Health Officials Advise Against Spring Break Travel Due To COVID-19 Exposure
Mecklenburg County health officials announced an advisement against travel over the spring break holiday Friday due to exposure for contracting COVID-19.
Mecklenburg County Playing Catch Up With The State's COVID-19 Vaccination Numbers
The Mecklenburg County health director says she's concerned about COVID variants and is making sure vaccine distribution is equitable.
Absentee Ballot Turn-In Deadline Moved Up In NC Senate Bill
Absentee ballots in North Carolina would have to be received by county election officials by Election Day or the primary election date to be counted in legislation filed on Thursday by state Senate Republicans.
App State Falls To Norfolk State In First Four
The Mountaineers outscored the Spartans 33-18 in the second half.
Financial Incentive For More Medicaid Draws Mixed Reaction
A financial carrot for North Carolina to expand Medicaid to hundreds of thousands low-income adults is raising already elevated hopes among Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper and allies that the General Assembly will finally adopt it this year.
Mint Museum Partners with More than 40 Local Artists of Color
Working with The Mint Museum, artist Carla Aaron-Lopez, a CMS teacher and co-founder of BLKMRKTCLT, wants to recognize the Queen City's artists of color with LOCAL/STREET, a three-day pop-up exhibition at Mint Museum Randolph featuring the work of more than 40 local artists of color and street artists.
Old Town Kitchen & Cocktails to Debut in Rock Hill, SC This Summer
Built on Hospitality, the restaurant group behind Charlotte’s The Goodyear House and 2020’s ghost kitchen concept Scratch House Chicken has announced plans for their second brick-and-mortar concept, Old Town Kitchen & Cocktails, early this summer
Many N.C. College Students Qualify For COVID-19 Shot April 7
A sizable group of North Carolina college students will be eligible for a vaccine in April, under guidance from the state Department of Health and Human Services.
New Microfactory Producing Electric Delivery Vans Brings Jobs To Mecklenburg County
Officials with Arrival, the global company creating electric vehicles, announced Wednesday that they will be building their second U.S. microfactory in Charlotte, North Carolina bringing over 250 new jobs to Mecklenburg County.
Charlotte's Professional Arena Football Team Season Kicks Off This Month
The Charlotte Thunder, Charlotte's professional arena football team, kicks off its season next Saturday, March 27th at Bojangles' Coliseum.
Hidden Gems of CLT: Open Kitchen
Looking for new spots to check out in Charlotte? WCCB Charlotte’s Alexandra Elich explores tucked away spots, historic businesses, and secret gardens in the middle of our bustling city.
Rowan County Grandmother To Share $1 Million Prize With Family
April Woodberry of East Spencer is already “blessed” with a big family, but on Tuesday, her good fortune delivered her a $1 million top prize, too.
Some Members Of Group 4 Can Get COVID Vaccine
Including those with underlying health conditions and those at congregate living settings.
North Carolina Representatives Introduces Legislation To Remove Literacy Tests From The Constitution
Representative Terry Brown, along with other North Carolina representatives, introduced new legislation on Wednesday that would call for removing literacy tests from the constitution.
Eat And Share Stories While Learning More About Charlotte's History With FixaPlate's Virtual Community Potlucks
Immerse yourself in Charlotte's rich history by participating in FixaPlate's virtual community potlucks starting March 27th, with part of the proceeds benefiting local charities and nonprofits.
School Delays And Remote Learning Days For March 18th
Several schools in the WCCB viewing area will be delayed or going fully remote on Thursday, March 18th due to the possibility of inclement weather. View full details on the expected severe weather by clicking here.
Police Search For A Gastonia Man Accused Of Inappropriately Exposing Himself To Two Teenagers
Gastonia Police are asking for the public's help in finding a man accused of indecent exposure after he allegedly flashed two teenagers on their way to school Wednesday morning.
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