The Next Invasive Garden Threat? A Slithering, Jumping Worm
Just when you think you’ve become accustomed to the spotted lanternfly invasion, along comes another thug threatening to decimate our ecosystem: the Asian jumping worm.
Astronaut James McDivitt, Apollo 9 Commander, Dies at 93
James A. McDivitt, who commanded the Apollo 9 mission testing the first complete set of equipment to go to the moon, has died. He was 93.
Teary Kevin Spacey Testifies of Sex Abuse Claims: 'Not True'
An emotional Kevin Spacey testified in a New York courtroom Monday that he never made a sexual pass at the actor Anthony Rapp, who has sued for millions of dollars in damages.
Steve Bannon Should Get 6-Month Sentence, Justice Dept. Says
The Justice Department declared Monday that Steve Bannon should serve six months behind bars and pay a $200,000 fine for defying a congressional subpoena.
What The Tech: Student Loan Forgiveness
The application process for the federal student loan debt relief program is still a couple of weeks away, but if you qualify, you can submit an application right now. WCCB Charlotte's consumer tech reporter Jamey Tucker explains and what to watch out for.
Student Loan Forgiveness Application Website Goes Live
Eight million borrowers already applied over the weekend, President Biden says
Indiana Teacher Admits To Having A Kill List, Taken Into Custody
A Indiana Teacher in police custody after telling a student she had a "kill list" for students and staff at her school.
What The Tech: App Of The Day -NSOPW
Many states have strict rules when it comes to convicted sex offenders and Halloween. WCCB Charlotte's Jamey Tucker has an app designed to keep children safe.
Harry Potter Fans Celebrate Nine And Three-Quarters Day
A special day for Harry Potter fans. Divine Barrel brewing hosted a day inspired by the 9 and 3/4 subway platform from the books and movies.
Stockton, Calif., Police Arrest Suspect In Serial Killings
A man suspected of killing six men and wounding a woman in a series of shootings in Northern California was arrested before dawn Saturday as he drove through the streets of Stockton, armed with a handgun and possibly searching for another victim, police said.
Have You Seen Them? Tiny Pink Robots Are Making Deliveries In Uptown Charlotte
The robotic delivery coffee service first deputed in Plaza Midwood in April.
Actor Robbie Coltrane, Harry Potter’s Hagrid, Dies At 72
Scottish actor Robbie Coltrane, who played a crime-solving psychologist on TV series “Cracker” and the half-giant Hagrid in the “Harry Potter” movies, has died. He was 72.
What The Tech: Siri Features You May Not Know About
Jamey Tucker has siri secrets you'll want to try.
The House Jan. 6 Committee Votes To Subpoena Donald Trump For Testimony On Capitol Attack
The House Jan. 6 committee voted Thursday to subpoena Donald Trump for testimony before the panel over the 2021 attack at the Capitol.
Parkland School Shooter to Get Life Sentence for Killing 17
Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz will be sentenced to life without parole for the 2018 murder of 17 people at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, after the jury said Thursday that it could not unanimously agree that he should be executed.
Police: Missing Georgia Toddler Believed Dead, Mom a Suspect
A Georgia toddler reported missing by his mother last week is believed to be dead, according to police, and his mother has been named a suspect in the boy's death.
Blake Shelton, Last of Original 'The Voice' Judges, to Leave
Blake Shelton, the last of the original panel of judges on “The Voice,” will leave the megahit U.S. version of the singing competition show after next season.
Jury Reaches Decision on Sentence of Parkland School Shooter
A jury said Thursday that it has reached a decision on whether to recommend that Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz be executed for the 2018 massacre that killed 17 people at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
Social Security Benefits to Jump By 8.7% Next Year
Millions of Social Security recipients will get an 8.7% boost in their benefits in 2023.
What The Tech: Scary Snooping Routers
The most important device in your home is one you almost never think about. Wi-Fi routers connect all your devices to the internet, which can be a problem if it gets hacked. Our consumer tech reporter Jamey Tucker has a few steps that can protect your home and your family.
