North Carolina News

Democrat McCready Say's He's Running In New House Election

Democrat Dan McCready said Friday that he’s running, again, for the country’s last vacant congressional seat now that North Carolina has ordered a new election.

Man Arrested After Hours Long Stand-Off With Gastonia Police

Police say a man was taken into custody Thursday morning after a stand-off that lasted nearly five hours.

Two Wanted After Using Stolen Debit Card At Store In Matthews

Police are trying to identify two suspects wanted for using a stolen debit card at an Academy Sports on Matthews Township Parkway.

Celtic Loan Hermann Trophy Winner To Independence

The Charlotte Independence announced the club has acquired defender Andrew Gutman on loan from iconic Scottish Premiership side Celtic FC, pending league and federation approval. A former Indiana Hoosier, Gutman received the 2018 MAC Hermann Trophy, awarded to the top collegiate soccer player.

Wilson's World With The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra

Wilson is with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra as they rehearse for a weekend of performances including a special composition marking Charlotte's 250th anniversary.

Planet Mitsubishi Teams Up With Charlotte's Humane Society To Offer Free Pet Adoptions

Planet Mitsubishi is giving back to the community by paying the adoption fees on select animals from the Charlotte Humane Society all month!

Gastonia Police Officer Charged With Assaulting Woman

A Gastonia police officer has been arrested and charged with assaulting a woman.

Two Men Charged After K-9 Officer Sniffs Out Meth During Iredell County Traffic Stop

Two men have been charged with trafficking methamphetamine after a canine detective sniffed out the narcotics during an Iredell County traffic stop.

Bulldog Battle: Dispute Over 7-Month-Old Puppy

Who will ultimately get the dog remains unclear. Now, the local animal rescue at the center of this saga is breaking its silence only on WCCB.

Elections Board Unanimously Votes To Hold New Election In North Carolina's 9th District

In a unanimous vote, the North Carolina State Board of Elections called for a new election in the state’s 9th congressional district.

Maiden Woman Sentenced On Child Sex Crime Charges In Catawba County

A woman convicted of several child related sex crimes has been sentenced to four to six years in prison.

Officials: Excess Rain May Have Caused Partial Roof Collapse At Catawba County Daycare

No children were inside a Conover area daycare early Thursday morning when officials say the roof partially collapsed due to water damage.

Concord Mills Fire Under Investigation

The Concord Fire Marshal's Office is trying to determine what sparked a small fire Wednesday afternoon inside Concord Mills that forced the mall to be evacuated and closed for the rest of the night.

NBA All-Star 2019 Leaves Lasting Impacts On City Of Charlotte

As the largest sporting event ever hosted in Charlotte, NBA All-Star 2019 was a weekend to remember in the Queen City. Charlotte was positioned to shine on the international stage—and that she did.

With Zion Injured, No. 8 UNC routs NO. 1 Duke 88-72

Luke Maye took full advantage of a freak injury to the freshman sensation, finishing with 30 points and 15 rebounds to help the Tar Heels rout Duke 88-72 on Wednesday night.

State Board Of Elections Votes For New Election In NC9 Race

The North Carolina State Board of Elections voted unanimously Thursday afternoon to hold a new election in the 9th Congressional District race between (R) Mark Harris and (D) Dan McCready.

CLT Breaks All-Time High Passenger Record After Welcoming 46.4 Million Flyers in 2018

Charlotte Douglas International Airport welcomed 46.4 million passengers in 2018, a 1 percent increase from 2017 numbers and an all-time high. Compared to 2008 total travelers, it’s a 34 percent jump.