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Panthers Put McCaffrey On Injured Reserve With Ankle Injury

The Panthers have placed Christian McCaffrey on short-term injured reserve, meaning the All-Pro running back will miss at least three games.

Panthers Readying To Welcome Fans Back to BofA Following Announcement By Gov. Cooper

Preparations are underway to welcome fans back into Bank of America stadium. An announcement by Governor Roy Cooper on Tuesday allows large outdoor venues to open up in the coming weeks.

Two Boys Shot While Playing With Family Pet, Charlotte Man Arrested For Crime

A 20-year-old man is behind bars charged with shooting two boys as they played with their family pet.

Charlotte 49ers Excited To Play After Last Week's Game Was Canceled

After last week's game against the Tar Heels in Chapel Hill was canceled due to a positive COVID-19 test, WCCB Charlotte's Kelli Bartik reports that…

Local Woman Trying to Save Historic African-American Church in Lincoln Co.

A local woman is trying to save an historic African-American church in Lincoln County. The church was founded by freed slaves in the 1870's but now may not be able to reopen its doors.

UNC Charlotte Returns To Some In-Person Learning October 1st

Then classes will be all remote/online again following Thanksgiving Break. Including exams.

'Supergirl' to Hang Up Her Cape after Season 6

The heroine with heart, "Supergirl," says goodbye to the "Arrowverse" at the end of season 6.

Knights To Turn Truist Field Into A Pumpkin Patch On October 10th

Looking for a place to purchase your pumpkin this year? The Charlotte Knights have you covered!

NC Gov. Cooper Says Large Outdoor Venues Can Possibly Open At 7% Capacity Starting Next Week

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper announced Tuesday that the state is likely to take the next step towards Phase 3 of reopening by allowing large venues to open at a reduced capacity.

Police: One Dead, One Injured After Double Stabbing In Gastonia

The Gastonia Police are investigating a deadly double stabbing that sent two men to the hospital Tuesday morning.

Sen. Tillis: Trump To Extend Offshore Drilling Pause To NC

President Donald Trump will add North Carolina to a list of southeastern states whose coastal waters won’t be subjected to offshore drilling for a decade, U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis said on Monday.

Shining Hope Farms To Hold A Fundraising Golf Tournament In Denver, NC

Shining Hope Farms is hosting its first Annual Charity Golf Tournament, at Verdict Ridge Golf and Country Club in Denver, NC on October 5th.

Confederate Monument Center Of Controversy in Union County

A 155 year old monument is the center of controversy in Union County. People lined up on the steps of the county courthouse showing support for the statue while others pushed for its removal.

Cabarrus Co. School Board Votes to Return K-3 to In-Person Learning Despite Superintendent's Concerns

Cabarrus Co. School Board members voted Monday night to move K-3 students to "Plan A" despite the Superintendent saying that won't allow for social distancing in some classrooms.

President Donald Trump To Visit Charlotte Thursday To Discuss Healthcare

President Donald Trump will visit Charlotte on Thursday, September 24th "to discuss his administration's action and vision in delivering quality healthcare at low costs for the American people," according to a news release from the White House.

STRIVE For Healthier Futures To Open Atrium Health's First Vaccine Clinical Trial Aimed At Addressing The Prevention Of COVID-19

A new vaccine research program, “STRIVE for Healthier Futures,” has been developed at Atrium Health with a goal of identifying a vaccine that safely and effectively prevents the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).