Palm Berries: From food truck to franchise
Palm Berries started in 2019 with a 6-by-6-foot truck. The family-run business has since grown into a franchise with locations across North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.
Inflation ran hotter than expected last month, underscoring affordability challenges
U.S. inflation was higher than expected last month in a sign that the rising prices that powered sweeping Democratic victories in last week’s midterm elections will continue to pose challenges for the White House and the Federal Reserve.
Money Monday: Should Charlotte homebuyers wait for lower mortgage rates?
For first-time homebuyers in the Charlotte area, one question can shape their search: Buy now or wait for mortgage rates to fall?
Voters demanded economic relief. Trump and Democrats face tough choices on how to deliver
Voters have sent a strong election-year message to President Donald Trump and the new Democratic congressional majority to repair the U.S. economy damaged by inflation.
3 charged in scheme to use AI to impersonate CEOs and attorneys to steal $129 million
Three people have been charged in a scheme to use artificial intelligence to impersonate corporate executives and attorneys to steal about $129 million.
AI stocks keep falling, as oil prices and bond yields steady following their post-election slides
U.S. stocks are mixed, as AI chip companies fall again while AppLovin and Tapestry rally after reporting stronger profits than analysts expected.
US stocks rally toward their best day in 3 months, and the Dow soars more than 1,000 points
U.S. stocks are surging Wednesday after President Donald Trump’s party lost its sole control of Washington in the midterm elections.
Inside look at a North Charlotte data center
WCCB got an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Flexential's North Charlotte data center to see how these facilities power everyday services, from banking to health care.
Nvidia and other Big Tech stocks lift Wall Street and make up for a drop by Apple
A rebound for several influential Big Tech stocks is helping to lift the U.S. market on Tuesday despite a fall for Apple and mixed trading elsewhere on Wall Street.
US job postings jumped sharply in September, potentially a good sign for anyone seeking employment
U.S. employers ramped up their job postings in September as stronger economic growth may be encouraging more hiring. Yet voters are headed to the polls Tuesday largely gloomy over an economy beset by higher prices.
US stocks recover some of last week's sell-off after oil prices drop
The U.S. stock market is rising Monday and recovering some of last week's sell-off that was led by the tech and AI industries.
Money Monday: Simple ways to protect your online accounts
Online scams and account takeovers can put both personal information and finances at risk.
Box Office: ‘You Can See Everything,’ 'Clayface' lead sleepy Halloween weekend
The North American box office faced a slump this weekend as Halloween festivities drew people away from theaters. The Elizabeth Holmes documentary “You Can See Everything” led ticket sales, just edging out the DC Studios movie “Clayface.”
Who pays for a $1B riot? Europe looks past rioters to their parents and the apps in their pockets
France's Senate has approved a controversial measure that could deduct riot-related damages from a family’s housing aid. This decision comes after recent cost-of-living protests led to significant unrest and damage. Nearly 2,400 people were arrested, and retailers suffered losses exceeding $1 billion.
US scraps G20 photo after European diplomats object to being pictured with Russia's Lavrov
Top diplomats from the Group of 20 largest world economies have opened two days of meetings in Atlanta after European objections to Russia’s participation forced the U.S. to cancel a photo of the foreign ministers. That underscored deep rifts among the group over global crises that threaten international security and trade, such as Russia' war in Ukraine.
Jackson launches probe into 31 NC gas stations over tax savings complaints
Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced state inquiries into dozens of gas stations suspected of failing to pass North Carolina's temporary 41-cent fuel tax cut along to drivers.
Blockchain intelligence firms link North Korea to $6.3B hack on Binance
U.S.-based blockchain intelligence firm TRM says a North Korean hacking unit was likely behind a massive hack at Binance. The world’s biggest cryptocurrency exchange reported Thursday that approximately $6.3 billion was impacted in an apparent hack.
Put Tools in Schools connects students with trades careers
A Charlotte-based nonprofit is helping students explore careers in manufacturing, construction and the automotive industry through hands-on learning.
Money Monday: What to consider when comparing Medicare plans
Choosing Medicare coverage means looking beyond the monthly premium to consider costs, doctors and prescription coverage.
NC AG: 470+ complaints about gas stations not lowering prices
You may have noticed gas prices are coming down across North Carolina after lawmakers suspended the state's 41 cent gas tax. But are the prices falling fast enough?
Former Charlotte City Councilwoman says she will report to federal prison next month
Former Charlotte City Councilwoman Tiawana Brown says she will self-report to federal prison in one week.
US stocks nudge higher as SpaceX, Tesla and Nvidia climb
The U.S. stock market is ticking higher Wednesday as strong profit reports from SpaceX, Capital One Financial and other big companies help offset updates from Netflix and AT&T that investors found disappointing.
US markets are weighed down by an extended sell-off in the tech sector
A broad sell-off in technology companies pulled stocks lower on Wall Street Friday, capping off the market’s worst week since late June.
Social Security benefits increase 3.6% in 2027
Social Security recipients will recieve a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, increasing the average retired worker's benefit by about $75 per month beginning in January.
Wall Street steadies following jarring drops for AI stocks worldwide
Wall Street is steadying Thursday following jarring drops for stocks worldwide in the artificial-intelligence industry on worries about how much longer the AI frenzy will last.
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