Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | Jan. 18th and Jan. 19th
From some of the biggest comedy stars to the circus and their tricks, check out the top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend.
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Gas leak at beverage factory sends three employees to the hospital
A gas leak at a Prime Beverage in Kannapolis sent several employees to the hospital in late Saturday night. One employee says he was fired after seeking medical attention. OSHA is now investigating the incident.
Wind Advisory in effect for part of the N.C. Mountains
WeatherWise Alert: Wind Advisory is in effect for the Mountains. Wind gusts up to 50 mph are expected into Wednesday morning.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday parade
The Dr. Martin Luther Kind Jr. Holiday Parade will take place Saturday, January 18th.
The best days to shop and refresh your wardrobe this January
Find out the best days to go shopping and how fashion brands leverage strategies to drive sales.
The Cheerwine festival returns May 17th
Cheerwine, the South’s favorite cherry soda, and its hometown of Salisbury announce the annual Cheerwine Festival’s return on Saturday, May 17.
Cabarrus Co. Sheriff's Office: man who killed woman and fired at deputies took his own life
New information from the Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office says it appears a man took his own life after deputies say they watched him kill a woman in the Providence Manor neighborhood in Harrisburg.
USDA documented insects, slime and ‘general filth’ at Boar's Head plants, records show
Inspectors documented unsanitary conditions at Boar’s Head deli meat factories in three states, records show. An outbreak of listeria food poisoning tied to a Virginia plant sickened more than 60 people and killed 10 last year.
Biden signs executive order aimed at growing AI infrastructure in the US
President Joe Biden has signed an ambitious executive order on artificial intelligence that seeks to ensure the infrastructure needed for advanced AI operations like data centers can be built quickly and at scale in the United States. Tuesday's executive order directs federal agencies to accelerate large-scale AI infrastructure development at government sites.
Cold Weather Advisory issued for the N.C. Mountains
Bitter wind chills as low as 8 below zero are expected overnight across parts of the high country.
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.
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.
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