North Carolina News

Charlotte Iranian Family Reacts To Soleimani's Death

Iran is asking the U-N Security Council to condemn the U-S air strike in Iraq that killed one of its top military commanders

State Superintendent Addresses Teacher Pay, New School Security App

The State Superintendent of Education gave WCCB Charlotte an update on new school security measures and his thoughts on the budget battle leaving some teachers without a pay raise.

Unique 3D Light Show Displayed On Side Of Catholic Diocese Building In Uptown Charlotte

This week, you can check out an unique 3D light show on the side of the Catholic Diocese building in Uptown Charlotte.

CMPD: Man Acted In Self-Defense During Shooting In Southeast Charlotte

Police say the man who shot and killed another man during an argument at an apartment complex in southeast Charlotte, in August 2019, will not be charged with a crime as he acted in self defense.

Wanted: Ashton Lemus

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is currently searching for Ashton Lemus after he allegedly cut off his electronic monitoring device.

Charlotte Man Arrested Following Police Chase Through Rowan County

A Charlotte man was arrested after police say he led officers on a chase through Rowan County while he was driving a stolen vehicle, according to a news release.

Legacy Preparatory School Abruptly Closes In Charlotte

A school in east Charlotte has abruptly closed and now the parents of about 200 students are trying to find a new school for their children.

Pets Available For Adoption In January | PHOTOS

Check out the Dogs and Cats available for adoption from the Humane Society of Charlotte.

Fatal Fire Leaves One Dead in Lenoir, NC

Authorities are investigating a fatal fire after a resident was killed Sunday morning in Lenoir, NC.

POLITICAL WRAP: What's Next for the U.S. and Iran?

President Trump is informing members of Congress about potential action against Iran, via tweet. Trump has already said the U.S. has targeted 52 Iranian sites for attack should the country strike "Any Americans, or American Assets" in retaliation for the strike that killed Qasem Soleimani.

NC Attorney General Josh Stein Filed Petition Alongside Multiple States To Clarify Health Care Accessibility For Citizens

On Friday, January 3rd, North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein filed a petition to the United States Supreme Court seeking review of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit’s decision in Texas v. United States.

North Carolina Zoo Marks Record Attendance In 2019

The North Carolina Zoo says it had a record-setting number of visitors in 2019.

Trump: Aim Of Killing Iranian General Was To 'Stop A War'

President Donald Trump said Friday he ordered the killing of a top Iranian general “to stop a war,” not start one, but in the tense aftermath the Pentagon braced for retaliation by sending more troops to the Middle East. Democrats complained that Trump hadn’t consulted Congress, and some worried that the strike made war more likely.

Family, Friends Gather For Candlelight Vigil To Remember Cousins Killed In Separate Concord Shootings

A community is in mourning over the senseless tragedies of two members of one family

Hankering For Goulash Leads To $1 Million Lottery Ticket

A man in North Carolina has claimed a $1 million lottery ticket that he bought while shopping for ingredients to make goulash.

Red Wolves Court Battle Reignites As Governor Urges Action

The fight over the critically endangered red wolf has returned to court as North Carolina’s governor sought immediate help for the dozen or so remaining in the wild and federal biologists planned to transfer wolves into the recovery area for the first time in years.

Police Ask Landlords To Register AirBnBs, Citing Parties

Police in North Carolina are urging owners of short-term rentals to register their properties so police can more quickly shut down parties that get out of hand.

Remains Found By Hunter Is Confirmed To Be Richard Travis Who Went Missing In February

Richard Travis, 66-year-old avid runner, went missing in February 2019 and remains that were found by a hunter on December 31 has been confirmed as his, according to Spencer Police.