2nd confirmed rabies case in Gaston County of 2025
Gaston County has confirmed its second rabies case of 2025.
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"Liam's Law" aims for tougher punishments for illegal street racers
Six-year-old son Liam Lagunas was heading home from ice cream with his dad when two street racers crashed into each other, and then the car Liam was in. Liam's parents hope a bill drafted in his name will make his death matter.
Two amber alerts cancelled for two different teens who were kidnapped by men they met online
Not one, but two North Carolina amber alerts this week ended in human trafficking arrests. Police say both of the girls at the center of the amber alerts were found after being kidnapped by older men they met online.
Moped driver killed in Caldwell County crash
A moped driver was ejected and killed following a car crash in Caldwell County on Friday afternoon.
Fire Weather Watch issued across the majority of North and South Carolina
Low relative humidity and gusty winds will increase the risk of wildfires across the Carolinas on Saturday.
North Carolina company owner pleads guilty over attempted technology sale to China
The federal government says the owner of a North Carolina company has pleaded guilty to trying to sell electronic devices that have military applications to China without a required exporting license.
William Byron of Hendrick Motorsports talks about racing at COTA
William Byron will pull double duty this week at COTA as the NASCAR circuit heads to Texas.
Spectrum Center to introduce reusable cups
Hornets Sports & Entertainment have partnered with Bold Reuse to introduce reusable cups at Spectrum Center.
Charlotte 49ers’ 2025 football schedule announced
The Charlotte 49ers 2025 football schedule was released Friday and is highlighted by a game at Bank of America Stadium, a home game against North Carolina, and a trip to Athens to play the Georgia Bulldogs.
Pope had coughing fit, had to be put on breathing machine
Pope Francis suffered an isolated coughing fit on Friday that resulted in him inhaling vomit, requiring non-invasive mechanical ventilation, the Vatican said in relaying a setback in his two-week long battle against double pneumonia.
Get to know your city: Matthews
Whether you’re a long-time resident or new to the area, exploring Matthews’ top spots can provide a fresh perspective on this vibrant community. Here’s a curated guide to some must-visit destinations in Matthews.
Library Foundation to host 3rd annual Book Club Madness competition
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation has announced the third annual Book Club Madness, a unique competition designed to engage and celebrate book clubs throughout Mecklenburg County.
Radioactive material stolen in Triad Area
State officials are trying to find an industrial radiography camera containing radioactive material that has been stolen from a truck in Kernersville.
Federal workers will get a new email demanding their accomplishments, with a key change
Federal employees should expect another email on Saturday requiring them to explain their recent accomplishments. It is a renewed attempt by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk to tighten the leash on a workforce that has chafed at his cost-cutting crusade.
Carolina Insight: 50 years of service to Mcdonald's
In today’s Carolina Insight, the team at McDonalds honors two Charlotte-area McDonald’s crew members who are celebrating 50 years of service to the company.
A stretch of a NC highway that collapsed during Helene is about to reopen
A stretch of Interstate 40 through the western North Carolina mountains is reopening to traffic this weekend, months after Hurricane Helene’s historic flooding collapsed portions of the road.
Microsoft is shutting down Skype to focus on Teams
Microsoft is pulling the plug on Skype, 14 years after it purchased the internet-based phone and video service for $8.5 billion.
Trump to sign order Friday designating English as the official language of the US
President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order on Friday designating English as the official language of the United States, according to the White House.
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