POLITICAL WRAP: Coronavirus Mask Mandate; Presidential Poll Numbers
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - The debate over a mask mandate, just one part of how the coronavirus pandemic is becoming increasingly political. Our political contributor Mary C. Curtis has…
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Charlotte Rapper DaBaby To Headline Virtual BET Awards Show
BET will celebrate its 40th year as a network, as well as it 20th awards show, on Sunday — but the event will go on virtually because of the coronavirus pandemic.
It's The First Full Weekend Of North Carolina's Mask Mandate
The state reports more than 60,000 Coronavirus cases
Some North Carolina Law Enforcement Agencies Don't Plan To Enforce State's Mask Mandate
The Sheriffs of Gaston and Iredell Counties say Governor Cooper's order is unconstitutional and unenforceable
Belmont Police Say 84-Year-Old Man On Moped Killed After Collision In Front Of Grocery Store
Belmont Police say a an 84-year-old man on a moped died after he was hit by a vehicle turning into a grocery store Saturday morning.
Statesville Police Say 2-Month-Old Killed, Three Others Injured In Head-On Collision
A 2-month-old infant was killed and three others injured, following a head-on collision in Statesville, according to police.
Incoming CMPD Chief On Systemic Racism: "When You Have Enough People That Are Saying It’s An Issue, You Have To Pay Attention To It"
Charlotte's soon-to-be top cop sat down with WCCB Charlotte's Alexandra Elich. Chief Johnny Jennings will take over as CMPD Chief next week. They covered a range of topics including Black Lives Matter, systemic racism and violent crime.
Officials: Iredell County Homicide Investigation Underway After Man Found Dead In Home
The Iredell County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide after locating a man dead inside a Harmony home Thursday afternoon.
Where To Watch Fireworks In The Charlotte Area
Despite the coronavirus, many places are still hosting their fireworks shows in the Charlotte area.
Cool Globes Art Exhibition In Uptown Charlotte
If you're strolling through Uptown Charlotte, you'll notice some new creative artwork. Discovery Place and Trane Technologies, in partnership with the City of Charlotte, officially opened an exhibition Thursday which features several local artists and more with spotlighted giant globe sculptures installed throughout town.
Independence Day Holiday: What's Open And What's Closed
See what's open and what's closed for the Independence Day holiday in the Charlotte area.
Basketball Court At Gastonia’s Erwin Park Is Being Transformed For Black Lives Matter Mural
Local Gastonia artists are transforming the basketball court at Erwin Park into a mural to honor the Black Lives Matter movement and community members are invited to help.
North Carolina Lieutenant Governor To Sue Over COVID-19 Orders
North Carolina Republican Lt. Gov. Dan Forest informed Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper Thursday that he intends to sue over the way Cooper has imposed business restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Impairment Suspected In Fatal East Charlotte Head-On Collision
CMPD says one person is dead following a head-on collision in east Charlotte early Thursday morning.
Panthers’ Coach Considers Kneeling During National Anthem
Carolina Panthers coach Matt Rhule said he’s considering kneeling alongside his players during the national anthem this season in support of the movement against racial injustice.
Healthy Headlines: Seeking Care In An Emergency Department During The COVID-19 Crisis
You shouldn’t stop seeking care in an emergency department during the COVID-19 crisis. On today's Healthy Headlines, we take a look at important steps Novant Health has taken recently and the safety measures developed to protect patients and visitors.
8:46 Of Silence In Conservative South Carolina House For Floyd
South Carolina’s conservative Republican-dominated House stood in eight minutes and 46 seconds of “thoughtful prayer” Tuesday.
Man Faces First-Degree Murder Charges In Salisbury Homicide
After a Wednesday night traffic stop, Salisbury Police made an arrest in the Green Street homicide case that happened early June.
Charlotte Forms Commission To Review Confederate Monuments
North Carolina’s largest city is forming a 15-member commission to address the city’s Confederate symbols.
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