North Carolina News

Recovered Body From Boating Lake Norman Accident Identified

Police have identified the body of a man who went missing after going overboard in Lake Norman.

AP: Chauvin Gets 21 Years For Violating Floyd’s Civil Rights

A federal judge has sentenced Derek Chauvin to 21 years in prison for violating George Floyd’s civil rights.

Mega Millions Jackpot Climbs To $400 Million

The Mega Millions jackpot continues its summer surge as it reached $400 million for Friday night’s drawing.

Gov. Cooper Signs Executive Order Protecting Abortion Access

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper signed an executive order Wednesday shielding out-of-state abortion patients from extradition and prohibiting state agencies under his control from assisting other states’ prosecutions of those who travel for the procedure.

NASCAR Hall Of Fame Opens New Exclusive Exhibit "Chevrolet: Winningest Brand In NASCAR Cup History"

On Thursday, the NASCAR Hall of Fame opened a new, limited-run exhibit, “Chevrolet: Winningest Brand in NASCAR Cup History.”

Winner Of The 2021-22 "Wildlife In North Carolina" Photo Contest Announced

The grand prize winner of the 2021-22 Wildlife in North Carolina Photo Competition was revealed by the magazine editorial staff at the N.C. Wildlife Resources last week.

Atrium Health Receives Grant To Help Researchers Uncover Signs Of Heart Damage In Breast Cancer Survivors

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist received a 5-year, $1.3 million grant to study breast cancer survivors’ heart health.

Streetlight 5K & Frolic Returns To Concord On July 8th

The annual Streetlight 5K & Frolic is returning to Downtown Concord on Friday, July 8th.

Town Of Huntersville Holds School Supply Drive

Throughout the month of July, the Town of Huntersville will be collecting school supplies to be distributed in August to children.

CMPD: 2 Arrested Following High Speed Chase Through Charlotte

Police have identified 26-year-old Tyler Christopher Harding as the auto-theft suspect involved in a police chase across Charlotte on Wednesday.

Summer Heat Safety Reminders For Your Pets From CMPD Animal Care & Control

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Animal Care & Control Division (AC&C) is reminding pet owners that it is once again the time of year we hear fireworks and thunderstorms, and experience hot temperatures!

Carolina Panthers Sign Cleveland Browns QB Baker Mayfield In Trade Deal

Hundreds of fans reacted on social media following the Panthers announcement to sign Baker Mayfield.

Deputies Say Catawba County Woman Charged After Running Over Brother & Killing Him

A 20-year-old Catawba County woman has been charged with murder after deputies say she ran over her brother with her car and killed him.

Hornets Re-Sign Forward Cody Martin

Charlotte Hornets President of Basketball Operations & General Manager Mitch Kupchak announced Wednesday that the team has re-signed forward Cody Martin.