North Carolina News

9-Year-Old Child, Two Others Injured In South Charlotte Apartment Complex Shooting

Three people were injured, including a 9-year-old child, during a shooting at an apartment complex in south Charlotte Tuesday afternoon.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Vehicle In Northeast Charlotte

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle in northeast Charlotte early Sunday.

Atrium Health Bestows $20,000 Gift To Central Piedmont To Support Student Scholarships

Atrium Health has made a $20,000 gift commitment to Central Piedmont Community College to provide scholarships to students in need who are pursuing healthcare-related careers in nurse aide or medical assisting.

Local Veterinarian Debuts New Brand, Petfolk, And Brings New Pet Care Center To Promenade On Providence

Founded by renowned local veterinarian, Dr. Audrey Wystrach, Petfolk is bringing connected and proactive pet care to more than 500,000 pet parents in the greater Charlotte area, with a focus on creating a true community of care between pets, pet parents, and their veterinary care teams.

Charlotte Motor Speedway, Blue Cross NC Partner To Provide Meals To Local Families Facing Food Insecurity

In an effort to address food insecurity and childhood hunger in the greater Charlotte region, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina and Charlotte Motor Speedway are teaming up through the “Drive Out Hunger” initiative to provide meals for area families in need.

FDA And Abbott Reach An Agreement To Resume Baby Formula Production

Encouraging news for parents struggling to find formula for their children, the FDA has authorized Abbott, the largest marker of baby formula in the country, to restart production at a plant tied to the shortage.

Eighth Annual Dragon Boat Festival Opens For Team Registration

The Eighth Annual Rowan Chamber Dragon Boat Festival will be held on Sat., July 23, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at The Shrine Club on High Rock Lake (6480 Long Ferry Road, Salisbury, NC).

2022 North Carolina Primary Election Voter Guide

The 2022 North Carolina Primary Election is set for Tuesday, May 17th. However, early voting starts April 28th through May 14th.

Police: 40-Year-Old Fatally Shot In Statesville

A 40-year-old man was shot and killed in Statesville Tuesday morning, sparking an investigation, according to police.

Checkers To Face Springfield Thunderbirds In Round 3 Of Playoffs

The Charlotte Checkers announced the schedule for their third-round, Atlantic Division Finals playoff series to be played against the Springfield Thunderbirds.  

Removing Your Name And Other Information From Google

Google Expands The Types Of Information You Can Now Request Be Removed From Search Results

Google has expanded the types of information it'll let you request be removed from search results. It's good news, but a cyber security expert we talked to has a warning for us all.

Early Voting in 2022 Primary Election Breaks Record For Non-Presidential Year

More than 42,000 people have already voted early or absentee in Mecklenburg County. That's a record for a non-presidential year.

Samaritan's Purse Cargo Plane Airlifts 28 Ukrainians To Safety In Canada

Samaritan’s Purse is flying critical relief supplies and food to Ukraine every week, but the flight yesterday had a different mission—carrying 28 Ukrainians to Toronto.

Second Harvest Food Bank Of Metrolina Announces 2022 Partner Appreciation Award Recipients

Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina honored 29 award recipients in person who have worked tirelessly throughout the year to help feed more children, families, seniors, veterans, and pets in the Food Bank’s 24 county service region.

Carolina Panthers’ DJ Moore Named Honorary Pace Car Driver For Coca-Cola 600

Carolina Panthers wide receiver DJ Moore has been part of some high-pressure drives during his NFL career, but this Memorial Day Weekend, the fifth-year veteran will trade his football helmet for a racing helmet when he leads the field to green as the honorary pace car driver for the 63rd running of the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on May 29.