North Carolina News

Second Suspect Charged With Murder After Man Died In Northeast Charlotte Shooting

CMPD has now charged a second suspect for the murder of Lamar McNeil, who died as a result of a shooting that happened at a northeast Charlotte apartment.

Nc Governor Roy Cooper Declares State Of Emergency In Response To Coronavirus Outbreak

North Carolina Recommends New Steps to Protect Against COVID-19

Governor Roy Cooper announced that North Carolina is taking proactive steps to protect the health of the residents including the recommended guidance to cancel or postpone gatherings with over 100 people and telework if possible.

Paper Products Aisle At Walmart On Independence Blvd In Charlotte

Walmart Working To Get High Demand Products Restocked

Walmart says they are working to keep paper products and other high demand items stocked at their stores across the country, according to an email released to shoppers.

Wells Fargo Employee Had Prolonged Contact With COVID-19 Patient

According to a news release, a Wells Fargo employee, who works on the 6th floor at One Wells Fargo Center in Charlotte, has been in prolonged and close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19.

March Madness: NCAA Tournaments Canceled Due To Coronavirus

The NCAA canceled its men’s and women’s basketball tournaments on Thursday because of the spread of coronavirus, putting an abrupt end to the season less than a month before champions were to be crowned.

Finding Love At Rich And Bennett's St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl

Rich & Bennett's St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl Rescheduled Due To Coronavirus Concerns

The Rich & Bennett's 20th Annual St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl has been rescheduled as a result of the 'rapid evolution of the COVID-19 situation', a news release said.

Two Presumptive Positive Cases Of Coronavirus In Mecklenburg County

According to Mecklenburg County officials, there have been two people in the county who are testing positive for COVID-19.

12 Confirmed Cases Of Coronavirus In North Carolina, Health Officials Say

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper's COVID-19's task force informed the public that the number of coronavirus cases have increased to 12.

UCPS Closed Today Due To Water Boil Advisory For The County

Union County Public Schools are closed today, March 12, due to water boil advisory for the county.

Hospitals Restrict Visitor Access as Coronavirus Precaution

" All of our lives are going to change in some way in response to this virus," said North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper on Wednesday during a news conference in Charlotte.

UNC Charlotte Will Move To Online Classes "Wherever Possible" Due To Coronavirus

The University of North Carolina System, including UNC Charlotte, announced they will begin remote instruction on Monday, March 23rd due to the coronavirus.

NBA Suspends Season Indefinitely After Utah Jazz Player Tests Positive For Coronavirus

The NBA is suspending game play following the conclusion of tonight's schedule of games until further notice.

Suspect Officially Charged In Fatal West Charlotte Hit-And-Run Investigation

James Winston, the suspect in the case, has been released from the hospital and transferred to the Mecklenburg County Jail.

NCAA "March Madness" Basketball Tournaments Will Be Held Without Fans Due To Coronavirus

NCAA President Mark Emmert says NCAA Division I basketball tournament games will be played without fans in the arenas because of concerns about the spread of coronavirus.

Epicenter Festival Announces Onsite Entertainment And Food Offerings

With less than two months until the kickoff of the incredible spring festival season from Danny Wimmer Presents, the independent festival producer has announced additional onsite entertainment and unique food offerings for the second year of Epicenter, May 1, 2 and 3 at its new home at Rock City Campgrounds at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, NC.