Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | October 18th and October 19th
WCCB has curated the perfect list for events this upcoming weekend.
North Carolina News
Local activist accused of organizing multi-million dollar Medicaid fraud scheme
A local activist is accused of organizing a nine million dollar healthcare fraud scheme. Federal authorities raided properties owned by Cedric Dean in Mecklenburg and Cleveland counties.
North Carolina GOP's proposed map seeks to thwart Democratic incumbent's reelection
Republican leaders in North Carolina have proposed a new U.S. House district map that could thwart reelection prospects of a Democratic incumbent in the state's only swing seat.
CMS to implement additional security measures for high-profile football games
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools announced additional security measures at some athletic events, including high-profile football games.
Newly announced entertainment venue to host major national acts in Uptown Charlotte
Uptown Charlotte is officially getting a new 4,400-capacity indoor entertainment venue for music, comedy shows and more.
Panthers going for 3 wins in a row for the first time with Bryce Young as QB when they face 0-6 Jets
The Panthers are set to face the winless Jets on Sunday, aiming for their third consecutive win.
Charlotte 49ers dismiss athletic director Mike Hill
UNC Charlotte has dismissed athletic director Mike Hill effective immediately.
CMS employee facing felony charge after alleged knife attack on husband
A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools employee is facing a felony charge after allegedly attacking her husband with a knife, police said.
Viral father and son from Charlotte appear on The Jennifer Hudson Show
Tune in to WCCB Charlotte at 3PM Thursday as a viral father & son from Charlotte join Jennifer Hudson!
NCDMV Closes License Plate Agency in Harrisburg
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles today closed the license plate agency, or LPA, in Harrisburg due to contract violations.
CMPD released new numbers showing citywide decrease in crime, but Uptown sees violent crime increase
New data from CMPD says overall crime in the Queen City is down 8% in the first nine months of the year including a 20% decline in violent crimes, however Uptown has seen an increase in violent crimes.
Canales non-committal on who'll start at RB vs. Jets; Dowdle, Hubbard taking it all in stride
Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle said he isnβt concerned about if heβll start or whoβll see the bulk of the carries on Sunday against the New York Jets.
Top sporting events around Charlotte | October 16- October 22
UNC Charlotte football hosts Homecoming this week and the Charlotte Checkers are back home. Click through the gallery to see what's on this week's sports lineup in and around Charlotte.Β
North Carolina court: GOP can narrow governor's appointment powers on some boards
A North Carolina appeals court has ruled that the Republican-controlled General Assembly can reduce the governor's appointments to certain commissions.
Carolina Insight: Charlotte McDonald's managers recognized with Ray Kroc Award
Charlotte area McDonald's managers, Ghislayne Ramirez-Castro of Concord and Carmen Benanvente of East Charlotte, were selected by McDonaldβs USA for this yearβs Ray Kroc Award, recognizing those who lead by example and achieve superior business results.
UPDATE: Fire at local diesel company blamed on accidental electrical fire
The Charlotte Fire Investigation Task Force says an accidental electrical fire sparked a fire at a diesel automotive repair business in Northwest Charlotte.
The Carolina Renaissance Festival's "Ded Bob" and "Sluj" Visit Rising!
From juggling to jousting to fairies to incredible musicians, the Carolina Renaissance Festival is now underway, and Ded Bob and Sluj, of βThe Ded Bob Shoβ, stopped by Rising to tell us all about it!
Suspect arrested in Indian Trail Taco Bell shooting
A man is facing charges after being accused of shooting and killing a Taco Bell employee in Indian Trail on Monday.
