Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | September 27th and September 28th
WCCB has curated the perfect list for events this upcoming weekend.
North Carolina News
Family of man killed by deputy in Union County to receive $3.25M settlement
The family of a man killed by a Union County Sheriff's deputy in 2022 will receive $3.25M following a settlement with the county.
Monroe woman charged with death by distribution in July overdose death
Monroe Police say they arrested a woman for selling drugs to a man who died from an overdose in July.
Charlotte Hornets announce new jersey patch partnership
The Charlotte Hornets announced Wednesday a multi-year partnership with Judi Health.
Ukrainian refugee's train stabbing death becomes early flashpoint in 2026 North Carolina Senate race
Republicans are making a concerted effort to turn the stabbing death of a Ukrainian woman on a Charlotte commuter train into a political liability for former Gov. Roy Cooper.
Local women's semi-professional basketball team headed to Final Four
The Carolina Lady Cougars are raising money to help cover travel expenses to Missouri in October
NC lawmakers pass 'Iryna's Law', now heads to governor's desk
North Carolina state lawmakers passed new criminal justice reform measures after the murder of a woman on Charlotte's light rail train. Iryna's Law is a package of legislation that includes measures to eliminate cashless bail, add new requirements for magistrates and judges and clear the way to restart the death penalty.
Massage therapist accused of secretly recording customer in south Charlotte
A disturbing discovery, a customer said she was being recorded by her massage therapist. According to CMPD, the incident happened on Monday at Silent Moment Spa in south Charlotte.
Man found guilty of trying to assassinate Trump tries to stab himself in court
Chaos ensued in the courtroom shortly after the verdict when Ryan Routh tried to stab himself in the neck with a pen.
Student at Matthews Elementary School makes Hollywood acting debut, Special screening scheduled in Indian Trail
Ten-year-old local talent Nola Wallace is stepping onto the big screen in Lionsgateβs chilling thriller The Strangers: Chapter 2.
Tasty Tuesday: Mac's Speed Shop partners with Carolina Panthers kicker to give back
Over the next few months, 10% of every sale from these items will go toΒ Promise Youth Development, a Charlotte-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering at-risk youth through mentorship, education and community engagement, making every bite and every tailgate a win for the community.
City Council votes to expand transit security jurisdiction
Charlotte City Council voted to expand the jurisdiction for the private security company that patrols the transit system. This is the first policy change from city council since Iryna Zarutska was murdered on the train back on August 22nd.
Up 'n Adam On Tour: BHAWK Distillery
Adam Wurtzel took a trip to Southern Pines, where he went to veteran owned BHAWK Distillery.
Victim identified in fatal Uptown Charlotte shooting
Police have identified the man shot and killed in Uptown Charlotte over the weekend.
Monroe Police officers honored in ATL for helping dismantle multi-state vehicle theft ring
Two Monroe Police officers received an award in Atlanta for their help in dismantling a multi-state vehicle theft ring, according to a news release.
National Ice Cream Cone Day
Summer may be over, but the Rising crew indulges in National Ice Cream Cone Day
NC coast sees tourism boost from βThe Summer I Turned Prettyβ
Wilmington, North Carolina and surrounding areas have been used for a number of film and television productions since the 1980s, but one of the series has recently taken the country by storm.Β
Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte
View a full list of the biggest names and concerts happening around Charlotte this week.
