North Carolina News

Charlotte-based LendingTree CEO dies in ATV accident

LendingTree, Inc. says CEO Doug Lebda passed away unexpectedly Sunday in an all-terrain vehicle accident.

More than $6.5 billion in medical debt erased in NC

Through North Carolina’s Medical Debt Relief Program, more than $6.5 billion in medical debt has been relieved for more than 2.5 million North Carolinians over the past year.

Dozens rescued as remnants of typhoon hits Alaska while nor'easter brings flooding to East Coast

More than 30 people were rescued and three people remain unaccounted for in western Alaska. It comes after the remnants of Typhoon Halong brought hurricane-force winds and flooding.

One man is dead after shooting in Northwest Charlotte

One man is dead after a shooting at a northwest Charlotte business Sunday night.

Dowdle has 239 yards from scrimmage vs. former team as Panthers beat Cowboys on FG as time expires

Rico Dowdle went over 200 yards from scrimmage for the second straight week — this time against his former team — and rookie Ryan Fitzgerald kicked a 33-yard field goal as time expired as the Carolina Panthers defeated the Dallas Cowboys 30-27 in a wild back-and-forth game.

Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte

View a full list of the biggest names and concerts happening around Charlotte this week.

Banana Ball coming back to Queen City

Banana Ball is coming back to the Queen City.

CMS pediatric therapist facing attempted murder charges

A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools employee is facing attempted murder charges.

Cmpd Investigating Deadly Shooting At South Charlotte Motel

CMPD arrests man in deadly motel shooting in south Charlotte

CMPD has arrested a 32-year-old man in connection to a deadly shooting at a south Charlotte motel earlier this month.

Mecklenburg County Mugshots October 10th

Check out the Mecklenburg County Mugshots from Friday, October 10th.

Gaston County Mugshots October 10th

Check out the Gaston County Mugshots from Friday, October 10th.

Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | October 11th and October 12th

WCCB has curated the perfect list for events this upcoming weekend.

Firings of federal workers begin as White House seeks to pressure Democrats in government shutdown

The White House budget office says that mass firings of federal workers have started in an attempt to exert more pressure on Democratic lawmakers as the government shutdown continues.

Up 'n Adam: RenFest 2025

Adam Wurtzel went to the Carolina Renaissance Festival to get a glimpse at what attendees can experience.

Lenoir man charged with animal cruelty

A Lenoir man was arrested after officers found a horse tied to a tree behind his home.

South Piedmont Community College to Host 9th Annual Trunk or Treat

South Piedmont Community College will host its 9th Annual Trunk or Treat on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, from 6-8 p.m. at the L.L. Polk Campus in Polkton.

Panthers running back Rico Dowdle says Cowboys' 32nd-ranked defense better 'buckle up' on Sunday

Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle has sent a strong message to his former team, the Dallas Cowboys, after rushing for a career-best 206 yards against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.