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Obamacare Fight Impacting North Carolina

The future of Obamacare took center stage on Capitol Hill today. A fired up President Obama met with Democrats to try and save the health care law. Meantime, Republicans talked repeal and replace.

Cam Newton Releases Heartfelt Video For Son

The Carolina Panthers' quarterback Cam Newton released a heartfelt video for his son, Chosen.

Auto Industry's Relationship With Trump Takes Dramatic Turn

The auto industry's relationship with President-elect Donald Trump took a dramatic turn Tuesday as Ford Motor Co. decided to shift investment dollars targeted for Mexico to the U.S., while Trump threatened General Motors with a tax on some imported small cars.

What's Up Next In The Federal Trial of Dylann Roof?

Jurors return to court Wednesday to begin considering whether Dylann Roof will receive the death penalty or life in prison for the 2015 massacre at a historic black church in South Carolina that left nine Bible study participants dead.

Dylann Roof Ruled Competent To Represent Himself

A Federal judge rules Dylann Roof is mentally competent to represent himself during the sentencing phase of his trial.

Eagle Hatch Watch: First of Two Eggs Hatch

Thousands of people are watching a live stream of an eagle nest in North Fort Myers, Florida, where the last of two eagle eggs is expected to hatch.

Honda Recalls 650K Minivans

Honda is recalling nearly 650,000 Odyssey minivans for an issue with second-row seats.

20 States Raise Minimum Wage

Minimum wage will go up in 20 states come January 1st, which means about 4.4 million workers will get raises.

Cabela's says Bass Pro Deal Faces New Regulatory Hurdles

Cabela's say Bass Pro Shops' $4.5 billion deal to buy Nebraska-based the outfitter faces some new hurdles.

US Gives Detailed Look At Russia's Alleged Election Hacking

The U.S. has released its most detailed report yet on accusations that Russia interfered in the U.S. presidential election by hacking American political sites and email accounts.

Dance Party: Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go

In Today's Friday Dance Party; we're remembering music icon George Michael.

Patent Approved for Amazon's 'Flying Warehouse'

Amazon is tapping into the future with a new drone patent to get packages to customers.

Officers Killed In The Line Of Duty Rose In 2016

The number of police killed in the line of duty rose sharply in 2016, driven by shootings of police around the country, most notably ambushes in Dallas and Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Officials Release Cause Of Death For Lancaster County Man Found Dead

Police say the body of 74-year-old Jerry Cauthen was found Wednesday morning in a heavily wooded area off of Flint Ridge Road.

US Slaps Sanctions On Russia, Expels 35 Diplomats

President Barack Obama has imposed sanctions on Russian officials and intelligence services in retaliation for Russia's interference in the U.S. presidential election by hacking American political sites and email accounts.

Judge Orders Evaluation of Dylann Roof Before Sentencing

A judge has ordered another competency exam for Charleston church shooter Dylann Roof, who faces the death penalty for killing nine black parishioners last year.

Trump Holds Q&A Discussing Jobs, Russia, Israel

President-elect Donald Trump applauded the return of 8,000 jobs to the U.S. and hailed his transition discussions with President Barack Obama in a series of comments that amounted to his most detailed interaction with journalists since before the election.

Belk Bowl Fans Boosting Charlotte's Economy

Football fans are flocking to the Queen City for the Belk Bowl match up Thursday afternoon. Arkansas will take on Virginia Tech at Bank of America stadium. After Charlotte lost major sporting events from the NBA, ACC and NCAA, local businesses say it's a huge relief the Belk Bowl stayed in Charlotte