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Huntersville Woman ‘Floored’ By $200,000 Top Prize Win

The surprise of winning a $200,000 lottery prize shook Jacqueline Del Sol of Huntersville out of her bed Sunday night and onto her bedroom floor.

UNC May Keep Affirmative Action In Admissions, Judge Says

A federal judge has ruled that North Carolina’s flagship public university may continue to consider race as a factor in its undergraduate admissions.

Ready To Run: Panthers’ Offense Will Look ‘Vastly Different’

Coach Matt Rhule promised the Carolina Panthers’ offense will take on a “vastly different look” moving forward after the team’s third straight loss.

Two Arrested, Over 100 Pounds Of Marijuana Seized In Maiden Drug Bust

Two people have been arrested after police seized over 100 pounds of marijuana along with other several drugs, guns and thousands of dollars in cash Monday morning in Maiden.

Charlotte Woman Wins $1 Million On A Scratch-Off Ticket

Mary Szura of Charlotte tried her luck on a $10 scratch-off and won a $1 million prize.

Charles Combs Arrested And Charged With Murder; Former Girlfriend Speaks About His Violent Past

“He told me the only way out of this relationship is death,” - Victim of Charles Combs speaks about his capture.

Butler Cheerleaders Face Discipline After Displaying Controversial Banner At Charlotte Catholic

Parents from Charlotte Catholic High School are upset about a controversial banner displayed by Butler High School cheerleaders before Friday night's football game.

I-77 Reopens After Fatal Accident Involving Overturned Tanker

Officials say I-77 northbound has reopened following a fatal accident that happened around 11:30am Monday near Tyvola Road. Motorists are still expected to experience heavy delays and are advised to use caution while traveling through the impacted area.

Police Asking Public's Help Identifying People At Boone Bar During Incident That Left Man With Head Trauma

The Boone Police Department is asking for the public's help after a man suffering head trauma at a Boone bar in September.

German Plastics Manufacturer Bringing Jobs To Catawba County

A German company which makes plastic components is bringing 133 jobs to Catawba County, according to the governor’s office.

Betty Lynn, Thelma Lou On ‘The Andy Griffith Show,’ Has Died

Betty Lynn, the film and television actor who was best known for her role as Barney Fife’s sweetheart Thelma Lou on “The Andy Griffith Show,” has died. She was 95.

AAA: Motorists In The Carolinas Could Face Another Round Of Rising Gas Prices

Gas prices in the Carolinas are increasingly higher than a week ago and another surge could be on the way if crude continues to rise after already setting new 2021 highs last week. Though gas prices held relatively steady the past few days, the price of crude increased by 4 percent.

Halloween Daze And Spooky Knights At The Carolina Renaissance Festival

Looking for a fun, free, and safe place to trick or treat? Put the Renaissance Festival on your Halloween list of things to do with free event admission for kids, free Halloween bags, and treats to be found all around the 25-acre festival village.

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Iredell County Man Wins An “Awesome” $263,948 Cash 5 Jackpot

Gregg Richardson of Mooresville tried his luck on a Cash 5 ticket and won last Friday’s $263,948 jackpot.

CMPD Investigating Uptown Charlotte Homicide Near Truist Field And Romare Bearden Park

CMPD is investigating a shooting that left one person dead near Truist Field and Romare Bearden Park in Uptown Charlotte on Sunday night. This is the third deadly shooting in Charlotte in 24 hours.

Carolina Panthers Lose To Minnesota Vikings In Overtime

The Carolina Panthers lost to the Minnesota Vikings at home on Sunday with the final score: 28 to 34.

Former Panthers QB Cam Newton Says He's Vaccinated, Ready To Play Football Again

Former Panthers and Patriots Quarterback Cam Newton says he's vaccinated against COVID-19 and ready to play football again. Newton posted a video on YouTube on Sunday, showing him getting the shot, while also calling the choice to get vaccinated a "personal decision."