US Health And Human Services Secretary Says "Large Scale Testing" Could Be Used for RNC
About three months until the Republican National Convention in Charlotte and contingency plans are being put together.Β
Some Gym Owners Say The News Of Phase Two Came As A Big Blow
Since North Carolina is still seeing an increase in cases of coronavirus, Governor Roy Cooper and health officials decided to keep gyms and fitness studios closed.
NCDHHS Announces First Reported Case Of MIS-C In North Carolina
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reporting its first case of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) associated with COVID-19.
Cooper Issues Scaled Back Executive Order for COVID Phase Two
North Carolina businesses making preparations on Wednesday night to open as the state nears Phase Two of the reopen plan.Β
Real Estate Experts Say The Coronavirus Is Actually Accelerating Housing Market Growth In Charlotte
From corporate migration, with big companies like Honeywell and Truist calling Charlotte home. To people looking to trade in their expensive, high density cities and move to a different pace.
Rowan County Has 570 Confirmed Coronavirus Cases, 27 Deaths
Rowan County Health Department officials say the county has 570 positive coronavirus cases and 27 deaths as of May 20th.Β
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster Lifts Restrictions On Tourist Attractions And Recreational Sports
Governor Henry McMaster today announced that attraction facilities will be permitted to open throughout South Carolina beginning Friday, May 22nd.
States Accused Of Fudging Or Bungling COVID-19 Testing Data
Public health officials in some states are accused of bungling coronavirus infection statistics or even using a little sleight of hand to deliberately make things look better than they are.
Davidson Commissioners Decide Against Requirement to Wear Masks
Concern from residents led town leaders in Davidson to consider a requirement that people wear masks in public.
A Restaurant In Uptown Charlotte Will Use Thermal Technology To Keep Customers Safe When They Reopen
The company that makes it says demand for it's thermal product is increasing.
West Charlotte Non-Profit Shifts Operations Online
A Better World in West Charlotte typically provides after school care for nearby families. But the non-profit has now shifted their entire operation online and are doing what they can to continue their ways.Β
Charlotte Nail Bar Implementing New Safety Guidelines For Customers, Workers Ahead Of Phase 2 Reopening
Owner hopes Phase 2 reopening for NC will begin this weekend
Pier 1 Announces Plan To Close All Stores By Fall 2020
Pier 1 has announced that they plan to close all their stores by fall 2020.
Organizers Cancel This Year's Matthews Alive Festival Due To Coronavirus
The Board of Directors of the Matthews Alive Festival, a Labor Day tradition in Matthews for over 27 years, has announced their decision to cancel this yearβs festival scheduled for September 4-7, 2020.
One Of The First Coronavirus Patients In Mecklenburg County Has Recovered And Is Giving Back
She's donating her plasma, something experts say can save the life of someone else with COVID-19.
Seniors Struggle With Mental Health Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Depression and loneliness are increasing in North Carolinaβs older populations. Local health care providers say theyβre now increasing video visits and encouraging distant communication to keep older patients feeling positive.
South Carolina Close Contact Businesses Reopened Monday To Customers
'We're open' signs shined brightly Monday
President Trump Says He's Taking Hydroxychloroquine To Protect Against Coronavirus
President Donald Trump said Monday that he is taking a malaria drug to protect against the new coronavirus, despite warnings from his own government that it should only be administered for COVID-19 in a hospital or research setting due to potentially fatal side effects.
Concerns Over Rising PTSD Cases In Health Care Workers Fighting On The Front Line Of The Coronavirus Crisis
Experts say healthcare workers don't have time to process the grief and emotions when dealing with coronavirus because of the volume of patients.
Preparations For In-Person RNC Continue "Full Steam Ahead"
Preparations for the Republican National Convention in Charlotte continuing as planned as the August event nears.Β
Some Close Contact Businesses Implementing Own Safety Protocols Prior To Phase Two Reopening In North Carolina
Governor Roy Cooper could announce the state is ready to move into Phase 2 on May 22.
Music For Meals Supports Local Musicians And Benefits Second Harvest Food Bank
Music For Meals is a virtual concert hosted on WCCB Charlotte's CW that will benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina. The benefit concert will air at 9pm on Saturday, May 16th on WCCB Charlotte.
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