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USC and NC State women’s basketball to play in 2025 Ally tipoff

Two of the nation’s premier women’s college basketball programs – the USC Trojans and the NC State Wolfpack – are set to headline the 2025 Ally Tipoff in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Ford recalls more than a million vehicles for software glitch

Ford is recalling more than a million vehicles due to a software issue that can cause the rearview camera to malfunction, increasing the chance of an accident, government auto regulators said.

What happens to Trump’s tariffs now that a court has knocked them down?

A federal court in New York handed President Donald Trump a big setback Wednesday, blocking his audacious plan to impose massive taxes on imports from almost every country in the world.

MTC approves updated mass transit plan for Mecklenburg County

The Metropolitan Transit Commission, which governs the Charlotte Area Transit System, approved the plan at Wednesday's meeting. The plan provides a 50% increase in bus service and 43 more miles of rail services.

Local religious leaders concerned about ICE activity, vow to advocate for immigrants

Earlier this month, armed ICE agents staged an operation at Central United Methodist Church. One person was detained. The incident has sparked concern and fear about the sanctity of religious spaces.

Family Of Boy In Ardrey Kell Fight Files Suit

Family of boy involved in Ardrey Kell HS fight sues for damages

The family of the boy involved in a fight at Ardrey Kell High School is now suing. They are seeking damages for slander, assault and battery, emotional distress and more.

Councilwoman facing federal charges hosts town hall meeting

Dozens of people packed into Good Shepherd Church to hear from Charlotte District 3 Councilwoman Tiawana Brown. The councilwoman’s town hall comes one week after she pleaded not guilty to federal charges for PPP fraud.

Teen dies after triple-shooting in n. Charlotte, suspect's charges upgraded

A man has now been charged with murder in the death of a 16-year-old boy. The boy died days after a triple-shooting in north Charlotte. It happened Friday night on Stroud Court.

7-year-old boy dies after being hit while crossing the street in Gastonia

It happened just before six Tuesday evening on West Hudson Boulevard. Police say a 76-year-old woman driving a Jeep hit the young boy while he was crossing the street with another child.

Police investigating after pedestrian is hit in Uptown

An investigation is underway in Uptown after a pedestrian got hit. It happened around nine Wednesday evening on East Fourth Street at South McDowell.

Local student makes Scripps National Spelling Bee finals

One local student has made it to the finals in the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.

North Carolina revenue predictions fall with recession risk

North Carolina officials have downgraded anticipated state revenue collections compared to their recent forecast.

1st positive rabies case of 2025 in Mecklenburg County

A raccoon tested positive for rabies near Mint Hill, the first positive case in Mecklenburg County of 2025.

Family of boy accused in Ardrey Kell incident files civil lawsuit

The family of the boy involved in the Ardrey Kell incident in March has filed a civil lawsuit for libel, slander, defamation, assault and battery, and intentional and emotional distress.

Bechtler Museum of Modern Art reimagines its collection with immersive exhibition

Bechtler Museum of Modern Art is redefining the museum-going experience with an ambitious multimedia exhibition that transcends the limits of visual art to engage multiple senses.

Pet Of The Week: Meet Bruno

In this Pet of the Week, Animal Care & Control is featuring Bruno! Don't let his size fool you, Bruno is a big teddybear. He is crate and house trained and has lots of sweet energy.