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Child dies in sledding accident in North Carolina

A child has died following a sledding accident in Whitsett, North Carolina, according to the Guilford County Sheriff's Office.

Iredell-Statesville Schools will operate on a 3-hour delay Tuesday

Due to lingering icy conditions, Iredell-Statesville Schools will operate on a 3-hour delay on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

Hanging out at Starbucks will cost you as company reverses its open-door policy

If you want to hang out or use the restroom at Starbucks, you’re going to have to buy something. Starbucks on Monday said it was reversing a long-standing policy that invited everyone into its stores.

Sick Wasted Man Lying In Sofa Suffering Cold And Winter Flu Virus Having Medicine Tablets In Health Care Concept Looking Temperature On Thermometer

Why does it feel like everyone is sick right now?

Medical professionals say in the wake of a return to in-person activities without coronavirus-related precautions, RSV, the flu and other respiratory illnesses are hitting peak levels.

Duke Energy names new CEO to succeed Lynn Good

Duke Energy announced Monday that its board of directors has appointed Harry Sideris, president and chief executive officer effective April 1, 2025. Sideris will replace Lynn Good who is retiring that same day after 11 years as CEO.

WCCB Meteorologist James Scott takes polar plunge into Lake Norman

WCCB Meteorologist James Scott took a polar plunge in Lake Norman after it didn't snow at least one inch in Charlotte on Friday.

Up 'n Adam: Hamilton

Adam Wurtzel went to the Belk Theater to meet cast and crew of the Tony-award winning musical "Hamilton."

Police warn of "warm-up theft" after weekend arrest

Monroe Police are warning people not to leave their vehicles warming up unattended despite winter temperatures after a weekend arrest.

Novant and Atrium restricting visitors as respiratory viruses spread

Starting Tuesday, children under age 12 are asked not to visit Atrium Health facilities and children under age 13 are asked not to visit Novant Health hospitals in North Carolina. The hospital systems are taking extra precautions to reduce the spread of respiratory viruses.