Fewer Crowds, Same Deals For Black Friday Shopping Amid Pandemic
The biggest shopping day of the year looked a whole lot different this year.
Despite CDC Warnings, Millions Travel To Be With Loved Ones For The Holiday
Millions have ignored CDC guidelines and traveled to be with friends and family this holiday, while a record 90,000 people spent Thanksgiving in the hospital with COVID-19.
Celebrations Go Virtual For The Thanksgiving Holiday
Millions of people across the country found new ways to celebrate Thanksgiving this year. One local resident tells us how they adapted their celebrations and prioritized safety.
Holiday Trends To Watch: Adult Play-Doh; Stores That Ship
Toy companies are targeting stuck-at-home grown-ups with latte-smelling Play-Doh and Legos that turn into Warhols. Those who added a puppy to their family during the pandemic will see tons of gift options for their new furry friend. And with more people shopping online, stores are doing double duty as shipping centers to try to get gifts to doorsteps as fast as possible.
Officials Temporarily Suspend And Consolidate North Carolina Prison Facility Operations Over COVID-19 Concerns
Officials with the North Carolina Department of Safety (N.C. DPS) say prison leaders are consolidating some of its operations to help reduce the spread of coronavirus as cases surge across the state.
CATS: Spreading Joy With Free Rides On Holiday Buses
Officials with the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) say they will provide free rides on holiday-themed buses to celebrate the season.
Tightened COVID Restrictions Set to Take Effect in North Carolina on Wednesday
On Wednesday, tightened coronavirus restrictions go into effect across North Carolina. The Governor's updated executive order requires you to wear a face mask anytime you're within six feet of someone you don't live with.
CMS Board of Education Voted Unanimously To Allow Superintendent To Move Individual Schools To Remote Learning
This would be based on staffing shortages or health concerns.
What Will Governor's Expanded Order Mean for Local Mask Enforcement?
A stark warning from Governor Roy Cooper, as COVID cases rise across North Carolina. The Governor is tightening the state's mask mandate ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday and calling for stricter local enforcement.
COVID-19 Cases In CMS Are Increasing
Despite the discouraging data, the district is moving forward with its plan to bring more students back to the classroom.
North Carolina Tightens Existing Mask Requirements, Enforcement Due To Rapid Rise In COVID-19 Cases
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper issued additional COVID-19 safety measures to tighten mask requirements and enforcement as cases continue to rise rapidly in North Carolina and across the country Monday.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Hold News Conference To Review Their COVID-19 Metric Dashboard
Kathy Elling, CMS chief school performance officer, will walk through the CMS metrics dashboard today to breakdown COVID-19 cases across the school system.
3rd Major COVID-19 Vaccine Shown To Be Effective And Cheaper
Pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca said Monday that late-stage trials showed its coronavirus vaccine was up to 90% effective, giving public health officials hope they may soon have access to a vaccine that is cheaper and easier to distribute than some of its rivals.
Busy Holiday Travel Season Kicks off at Charlotte Douglas Airport
COVID concerns are not stopping some from visiting family and friends this Thanksgiving. While fewer people will fly this year, Charlotte Douglas Airport is preparing for the most travelers since mid-March.
POLITICAL WRAP: Will People Follow CDC Thanksgiving Recommendations?
Dr. Anthony Fauci is explaining why people should limit family and social gatherings this Thanksgiving. But will people ignore CDC recommendations?
Mecklenburg County Health Leaders Urging Residents To Cancel Holiday Plans, Avoid Travel
6 days before Thanksgiving, health officials recommend that you don't travel this Thanksgiving Holiday
23-Year-Old Livingstone College Student Dies After Contracting COVID-19
Livingstone College officials say 23-year-old Jamesha Waddell died on November 19th from serious complications after contracting coronavirus.
Health Officials Provide A COVID-19 Update For North Carolina As Hospitalizations Rise
Health officials provide a COVID-19 update for North Carolina as hospitalizations rise across the country on November 20th, 2020.
7-Year-Old Entrepreneur In York County Is Donating Her November Profits To Help Provide Thanksgiving Meals To Needy Families
Jessica Cartwright, one of the owners of Sweet Tea Refill, says her 7-year-old niece Sadie is already on her way to becoming a super cool boss babe, since she she started her own small business and is donating all of her sales this month to feed families at Thanksgiving.
Atrium Health Announces COVID-19 Mobile Testing Locations For Week Of November 23rd
Atrium Health has released their locations for mobile COVID-19 testing for the week of November 23rd.
Local Remdesivir Trial Patient Shares His Experience With The Drug
One of only five people who are part of the only Remdesivir trial in our area is talking about the trial and how the drug made him feel after he got sick with COVID.
CDC Pleads With Americans To Avoid Thanksgiving Travel
With the coronavirus surging out of control, the nationβs top public health agency pleaded with Americans on Thursday not to travel for Thanksgiving and not to spend the holiday with people from outside their household.
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