North Carolina News

NC Superintendent Apologizes After Mock Slave Auction

A North Carolina schools superintendent apologized Monday for a mock “slave auction” in which white middle-schoolers pretended to sell their Black classmates.

Two Lenoir Residents Facing Drug Charges After Traffic Stop

Two Lenoir residents are facing charges after a traffic stop led to the discovery of illegal drugs Saturday, according to the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office.

Terry Rozier Shines As Hornets Beat Thunder 134-116

Terry Rozier scored 30 points, and the Charlotte Hornets beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 134-116.

Man Fatally Shot In Northwest Charlotte, Homicide Investigation Underway

A man was shot and killed in northwest Charlotte Monday evening, sparking a homicide investigation, according to police.

AP Sources: Panthers Agree To Terms With Corbett, Woods

The Carolina Panthers have agreed to terms on a three-year, $29.25 million contract with Los Angeles Rams guard Austin Corbett and a three-year, $15.75 million contract with Minnesota Vikings safety Xavier Woods.

Local Businessman Going To Ukraine To Help Refugee Children

While thousands are fleeing Ukraine, a local man is heading there next week to help refugees crossing the border. He'll spend two weeks handing out items for children and families who have left everything behind.

Charlotte Republican Leaders Unveil Bulletproof Partition For Consideration By CATS

Charlotte area republican leaders unveiled a transparent partition, with more than an inch of bulletproof polymer that could isolate city bus drivers and add to their safety.

Gaston County Man Wins $192,180 Cash 5 Jackpot

Michael McGinnis of Mount Holly tried his luck on a $1 Cash 5 ticket and won a $192,180 jackpot in Wednesday’s drawing.

Growing Frustrations For People Who Are Still Awaiting Unemployment Benefits In North Carolina

NC Audit: $438M In Benefits Failed To Reach Workers Quickly

North Carolina State Auditor Beth Wood has quantified the unemployment benefits that failed to reach displaced workers quickly during a period that included hard times for the economy during the COVID-19 recession.

Panthers Release CB Bouye, DE Fox In Salary Cap Moves

The Panthers released cornerback A.J. Bouye and defensive end Morgan Fox in salary cap moves Monday, opening more money for their potential pursuit of Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson.

CMPD: 2-Year-Old Dies After Being Found Unresponsive In South Charlotte, Death Investigation Underway

A 2-year-old was found unresponsive in south Charlotte Saturday morning, sparking an investigation, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

Global Surgical Training Institute To Establish U.S. Headquarters In Charlotte

Innovation is already beginning to emerge at Charlotte’s new innovation district, “The Pearl.” IRCAD, the French-based research and training institute for the world’s finest surgeons, announced that The Pearl is its first choice to establish its exclusive North American headquarters.