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Measuring Mugginess: Use Dew Points, Not Relative Humidity

With drier air moving in over the next few days, it's important to use *dew points*, not relative humidity, to determine how sticky it will -- or won't -- feel this weekend.

The Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks This Weekend

A fan favorite meteor shower peaks this weekend, but it may not be as good as it has been in the past.

Optimist Hall To Begin Charging For Parking

Optimist Hall To End Free Parking

Starting August 15th. a three-hour stay will rack you up an $18 parking bill.

Medic: Shooting In Uptown Leaves One Severely Injured

A person has been severely injured in a shooting that occurred in uptown Thursday evening.

CMPD Investigating Homicide In West Charlotte

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating an alleged homicide in west Charlotte.

Charlotte Pastor Running For School Board In District 1 Race

A Charlotte pastor is joining the race for school board. Hamani Fisher, a pastor at Life Center International, is running in District 1, the seat being vacated by long-time board member Rhonda Cheek.

Police Ask For Public's Help In Gastonia Homicide Investigation

Police are asking for the public's help in reference to the homicide that occurred at Wilkinson Boulevard and Redbud Drive on Thursday, August 4th.

1st Case Of Monkeypox Identified In Lincoln County

The Lincoln County Health Department has confirmed the first case of monkeypox in the county.

StarMed Healthcare Is Offering Monkeypox Testing And Treatment

To combat the spread of Monkeypox virus, StarMed Healthcare is offering testing and treatment for the infectious disease.

Carowinds Unveils Plans For 50th Anniversary Season | PHOTOS

The 2023 Carowinds operating season marks the beginning of "50 years of Carolina fun," a limited-time special event that brings plenty of new rides and attractions, exciting entertainment, enhanced food and beverage offerings, nighttime spectaculars, and other immersive experiences.

Mecklenburg County Woman Wins $1 Million Playing Mega Millions

Marjorie Robert of Huntersville tried her luck in the July 29th Mega Millions drawing and won a $1 million prize.

American Cancer Society Launches 6th Annual Real Men Wear Pink Campaign In Charlotte

The American Cancer Society's sixth annual Real Men Wear Pink campaign is launching in Charlotte.

Tweetsie Railroad Welcomes Back Legendary Riders In The Sky

Grammy Award-winning Riders In The Sky are heading back to Tweetsie Railroad for two performances this Saturday, August 13th and Sunday, August 14th.

Charlotte Pride Festivities Kick Off This Weekend With Annual Interfaith Service

There is just one week left to go before the Charlotte Pride Festival & Parade returns to uptown after a two-year hiatus!

Lenoir Officers Attempt To Save Dogs Locked In Hot Car, Owner Charged With Animal Cruelty

Police have charged a Lenoir man with Felony Animal Cruelty after one of his two dogs died from being locked inside a hot car on Sunday. The other dog has since gone missing.

AP: Lawyer: Photos Of Kobe Bryant's Remains Shared 'For A Laugh'

A lawyer for the widow of Kobe Bryant told jurors that a “culture of callousness” led Los Angeles County deputies and firefighters to share photos of the remains of Kobe Bryant and other victims of the 2020 helicopter crash that killed the Lakers star, his 13-year-old daughter, and seven others.