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Charlotte 49ers To Allow Fans For October Home Games

Tickets will not be made available to the general public.

Site Work Underway at Panthers New Team HQ & Practice Facility in Rock Hill

Work is underway at the site of the Panthers new development in Rock Hill. It comes as the team releases new renderings for its future team headquarters and practice facility.

Sonic Automotive Releases Statement After The Arrest Of Executive David Bruton Smith

Sonic Automotive released a supportive statement after the arrest of their Automotive Chief Executive Officer David Burton Smith for multiple assault related charges

Mecklenburg County Officials Offer Do's And Don't For Halloween Amid COVID

Health officials say any type of gathering that doesn't follow the three W's should be avoided this Halloween to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19.

Rock Hill Football Games Postponed Due To COVID-19

Rock Hill High School officials say football practices are canceled and this week's games are postponed after several individuals close to the program started experiencing COVID-like symptoms.

CMPD: Texting 9-1-1 Now Available For Charlotte-Mecklenburg Residents

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department says residents in need of emergency services can now text 9-1-1 when calling is not an option.

South Carolina Sees Tens Of Thousands Of Absentee Votes Roll In

More than 23,000 absentee ballots were turned in Monday in South Carolina, the first day the state offered in-person absentee voting for the 2020 general election. according to the state Election Commission.

Deputies Say 28-Year-Old Salisbury Woman Charged For Attempting To Smuggle Drugs Into Rowan County Jail

A 28-year-old Salisbury woman has been charged after attempting to smuggle drugs into the Rowan County Detention Center, according to the Rowan County Sheriff's Office.

Atrium Health Celebrates 80 Years of Serving the Community

In honor of its 80-year milestone, the Mayor of Charlotte, Vi Lyles, has declared October 7, 2020, as “Atrium Health Day” in the city. Uptown buildings in the Queen City skyline will be illuminated with Atrium Health’s signature teal in observance of the anniversary.

S.C. Troopers Investigate A Fatal Collision In Chesterfield County

Troopers say the driver of a 2002 Honda Accord died after failing to stop for a stop sign, and getting hit by another car at the intersection of SC Highway 265 and Fairview Church Road on October 7th.

Cal Cunningham Under Investigation By US Army Reserve After Woman Confirms Affair

North Carolina's Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Cal Cunningham is under investigation by the US Army Reserve following information that he may have had an extramarital affair.

CMPD: Missing 81-Year-Old Man With Cognitive Issues Located

According to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, a 81-year-old man, that has been missing since Monday, has been located.

CATS Installs Plexiglass Seat Barriers On Buses

Charlotte Area Transit System is currently installing plexiglass seat barriers on all local fixed-route buses and paratransit vehicles. This health measure provides transit riders with an increased level of protection against transmittable illness.

Charlotte Motor Speedway Puts Fans First with Enhanced Safety Measures at Bank of America ROVAL™ 400 Weekend

Charlotte Motor Speedway prepares to host fans for the first time since the onset of the pandemic by refining race weekend procedures and protocols to ensure the best possible fan experience while following the recommended guidelines set forth by health officials.