Charlotte Knights announce the 19th annual Pink Knights event set for May 9th
The Charlotte Knights and Charlotte Radiology of Atrium Health have once again partnered up in the fight against Breast Cancer.Β
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UPDATE: I-485 reopens after crash near Carolina Place Mall in Pineville
A wreck Tuesday shut down three lanes of the I-485 outer loop in Pineville. The North Carolina DOT says the crash happened around 10:30am near Exit 64 for Pineville-Matthews Road.
Homeland Security chief says travelers with no REAL ID will be allowed to fly for now, but with probable extra steps
The head of Homeland Security says travelers who arenβt REAL ID compliant by the upcoming deadline this week will still be able to fly but should be prepared for extra scrutiny.
Federal judge says results of NC court race with Democrat ahead must be certified
Disputed ballots in the still unresolved 2024 race for a North Carolina Supreme Court seat must remain in the final count, a federal judge ruled late Monday, a decision that if upheld would result in an electoral victory for Democratic incumbent Allison Riggs.
One person injured in overnight shooting in west Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating an overnight shooting early Tuesday morning.
Local mom advocates for teachers to be gifted cash during National Teacher Appreciation Week
Monday marked the start of National Teacher Appreciation Week. If you have a school-aged child, you've no doubt gotten the memo. A local mom's popular post about what teachers really want as gifts is getting a big response.
CMS partners with builder, developer to create the first teacher village for affordable housing
Despite the high prices and limited supply of homes, officials from Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools are working to make housing more affordable for teachers through the At Home in CMS Program. The first teacher village is under construction now.
Juneteenth Celebrations Scheduled Across Catawba County
All throughout the month of June, Catawba County agencies and organizations will commemorate Juneteenth with celebrations, performances, parades, guest speakers, revival, resource fairs, informative programing, and family gatherings.
Trump threatens a 100% tariff on foreign-made films
The White House says no final decisions have been made on President Donald Trump's call for tariffs targeting films made outside the United States.
Woman found dead after house fire in Waxhaw
A woman has been found dead after a fire burned through a home in Waxhaw. Firefighters were called to the burning home on Whispering Wind Road just before 10am on Monday.
Boy pleads guilty to setting fire inside Lancaster Walmart
A 12-year-old boy has pleaded guilty to starting a fire inside the Walmart in Lancaster over the weekend. He is being held in custody while a mental evaluation is completed.
Blumenthal arts announces the 2025 blumey awards nominees
Blumenthal Arts has announce the nominees competing in the 12th Annual High School Musical Theater Awards, also known as The Blumey Awards, presented by Bank of America, on Sunday, May 18 at the Belk Theater.
Universoul Circus kicks off opening week in Charlotte with tent raising
UniverSoul Circus returns to the Charlotte area this week with its jaw-dropping stunts, aerialists, fire breathers, stilt dancers and the coolest clowns around!
North Carolina music hall of fame announces 2025 inductees
This fall, the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame will pay homage to six North Carolinians with their induction into its prestigious Hall of Fame.
Local designer talks Met Gala fashion ahead of big night
Joe Duncan talks to local fashion designer Chanel Scales about the upcoming Met Gala and the looks viewers can expect to see.Β
Trump administration says it will pay immigrants in the US illegally $1,000 to go home
The Trump administration says it is going to pay immigrants in the United States illegally whoβve returned to their home country voluntarily $1,000 as it pushes forward with its mass deportation agenda.
Student loans in default now being referred to debt collection
The Education Department has begun collection on student loans that are in default, including the garnishing of wages for potentially millions of borrowers.
2 charged after weekend shooting in Gastonia
Two people face charges after a double shooting in Gastonia over the weekend. Paramedics took the victims to the hospital. Their injuries were not life-threatening.
Local dermatologist talks importance of skin cancer checks during Skin Cancer Awareness Month
For the month of May, Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery is offering free skin cancer checks for new patients at select locations in recognition of Melanoma Monday and Skin Cancer Awareness Month.
