Local Advocates Demand Inmate Reduction at Mecklenburg County Jail
A local advocacy group is once again demanding officials reduce the inmate population at the Mecklenburg County Jail in uptown Charlotte.
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Fort Mill School District Prepares for In-Person Classes
There are questions and concerns as students in Fort Mill, South Carolina prepare to head back to in-person classes.
Local Man Donates 100 Face Shields to ICU Nurses
Atrium Health ICU nurses have 100 new face shields thanks to a donation by a Charlotte man.
"If It's Not Safe For The School Board To Meet In Person, Then Why Is It Safe For Teachers To Meet For Eight Hours A Day?"
That is one of the comments on a 16 page report a group of Union County teachers put together; a report the Union County School Board evidently refuses to read. Teachers who talked with WCCB say they will find a way to make their voices heard.
Moving Nightmare: A Charlotte Veteran Says Movers Tossed Clothing, Furniture All Over New Home
He says he got a good deal on a moving company to move family from Salisbury to Charlotte.
Senator Thom Tillis Announces $19 Million To NCDOT For Hurricane Florence Recovery
Senator Thom Tillis says the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is giving the NCDOT more than $19 million to help North Carolina recover from Hurricane Florence.
Gaston County Cancels Annual Cotton Ginning Festival
The Gaston County Parks and Recreation Department canceled their Cotton Ginning Days Festival this fall due to the coronavirus pandemic, according to a news release.
NCGOP Files Ethics Complaints Against City Council Members
The NCGOP alleges James Mitchell took a taxpayer-funded trip to Detroit in 2018 and attended a Panthers game, and Dimple Ajmera is accused of leveraging her position to receive campaign contributions.
Gastonia Police Arrest A Man Suspected To Be Involved In A Shooting That Injured 2
The Gastonia Police Department arrested 25-year-old Anton Harris in connection to a shooting that occurred August 3rd that injured two people, according to a news release.
Atrium Health Helps Protect Students and Teachers For Back To School
As the new school year rapidly approaches, educators and parents are continuing to look for the best ways to help make sure students remain healthy amid the coronavirus pandemic. Building upon Atrium Healthβs trusted resources, products, and services for employers, Charlotte Country Day School has formed a partnership with the system to help students, teachers, and staff safely return to school.
Ex-Covenant Day School Teacher Sentenced To 6 Years In Prison For Receiving Child Pornography
U.S. District Judge Kenneth Bell sentenced the Matthews teacher to six years in prison, and ten years of supervised release, for receiving child pornography, according to a news release.
Construction Begins On Mixed-Use Project, Elizabeth on Seventh, In Community Near Uptown Charlotte
Construction officially begun on Elizabeth on Seventh, a mixed-use project, at the intersection of East 7th and North Caswell Road in the Elizabeth neighborhood in Charlotte.
Most NC Parents Won't Have Option To Send Kid Back To School
When K-12 public school students in North Carolina resume classes this fall, the vast majority of them will be sitting at home in front of a computer screen.
Sold Out Avett Brothers Show At Charlotte Motor Speedway To Be Streamed Live On Pay Per View
The Avett Brothers have partnered with nugs.net to livestream their sold-out, once-in-a-lifetime performance from Charlotte Motor Speedway. Fans can tune in on Saturday, Aug. 29 at 8:30 p.m. ET.
Unemployment Claims Drop As Virus Cases Remain High In S.C.
New unemployment claims in South Carolina have dropped for the third week in a row, marking the lowest number of weekly claims filed since the pandemic began.
McCaffrey: I Should Be No. 1 Pick In Fantasy Football Drafts
Christian McCaffrey has left no doubt as to who he thinks should be the No. 1 pick in this yearβs fantasy football drafts.
Coaches, Parents Concerned After High School Sports Delayed Again
Charlotte-Mecklenburg schools will reportedly not be allowing students to participate in sports during remote learning. This comes as the NC High school Athletic Association announces fall sports will be delayed again.
Bar Owners Look For Alternatives As NC Health Officials Warn Of Their Dangers During The Pandemic
After four years in business, Abari Game bar in NODA is closing for good. The owner posted on Facebook that they would be unable to stay at their current location since they are unable to open under the stateβs phase two reopen plan.
Cleveland County Rescue Mission Will Hold A Drive-Through School Supply Drive
Cleveland County Rescue Mission (CCRM) will hold it's first-annual "Back to School Bash," on August 14th where they will give school supplies to children in need, according to a news release.
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