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Uptown Charlotte Going Teal And Purple For World Suicide Prevention Day On September 10th

The Charlotte skyline is going teal and purple on September 10th in support of World Suicide Prevention Day.

Police: Body Of 28-Year-Old Man Found In Rankin Lake In Gastonia

Gastonia Police have opened a death investigation after finding a body in Rankin Lake on Friday morning.

Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Extended

Immersive Van Gogh is planning to stick around the Charlotte area until the end of October now after a successful run this summer.

Will Healy's Son Eli Motivates Charlotte Ahead Of Season Opener

Charlotte hosts Duke on Friday night at 7pm.

Bipartisan North Carolina Police Reforms Signed By Cooper

A bipartisan police reform package was signed into law Thursday by North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, emphasizing success of enacting provisions from a task force he commissioned following George Floyd’s murder over panel recommendations left out.

Police: Concord Man Arrested For The Murder Of A 3-Year-Old Child

Police have charged 26-year-old Alex Blount of Concord with murder after a 3-year-old child was found dead on Sunday.

Dine Amongst Art at the Vegetarian-Focused ALCHEMY

ALCHEMY, Charlotte's most innovative dining experience, has created a curated menu with vegetarian-focused dishes and options for omnivores. Finally, a culinary experience in Charlotte where no one has to compromise.

2021 Charlotte Labor Day Parade Canceled Due To COVID-19 Pandemic

There will be no Labor Day Parade in Charlotte this year due to COVID-19 concerns.

Rollin' Clt Rink & Lounge Becomes North Carolina’s 1st Outdoor Skating Rink

New roller rink and lounge, Rollin' Clt, set to officially launch in Charlotte, North Carolina to become the first-of-its-kind skating rink in the area. The facility announces plans to officially launch on Labor Day Weekend, September 4th-6th.

Member Of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Planning Commission Calls For Penguin Drive-In Sign To Stay Put

Sam Spencer, a member of The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Planning Commission, is calling for the historic Penguin Drive-In sign to stay put after plans for its removal were announced on Wednesday.

4 Passengers On Small Jet Headed To North Carolina Dead After It Crashes On Takeoff

All four people aboard a small jet were killed Thursday morning when it crashed shortly after taking off from a small airport in Connecticut, officials said.

Police: Man And Woman Found Dead In North Charlotte

Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives have opened an investigation after finding a man and woman dead in north Charlotte on Thursday.

2021 Cabarrus County Fair Canceled Due To Increase In COVID-19 Cases

County officials announced on Thursday that the 2021 Cabarrus County Fair will be canceled due to low vaccination rates amid rising COVID-19 cases. The event was scheduled for September 10th-18th.

Police Find Missing 8-Year-Old Girl Safe In Southwest Charlotte

Detectives say missing 8-year-old Shakiah Bohanan has been found safe and has been reunited with her family.

Data: Majority Of NC K-12 Students Taking State Exams Failed

The majority of North Carolina public school students taking standardized state exams in reading, math and science last school year failed them, according to data.

Duke Aims To Move Past 2020 Struggles In Opener At Charlotte

Duke spent an offseason working to rebuild chemistry, confidence and cleaner execution. The Blue Devils get their first indication Friday night as to how much progress they’ve made.

Charlotte Motor Speedway To Host Laps For Life Blood Drive, Memorial Stair Climb In Honor Of 20th Anniversary Of 9/11

From a Red Cross blood drive to a memorial stair climb, Charlotte Motor Speedway has planned a series of events and initiatives to honor the 20th anniversary of 9/11 during the upcoming Charlotte AutoFair.