North Carolina News

Mecklenburg County Man Scores $250,000 Prize

Anthony Williams of Charlotte took a chance on a $5 ticket and watched it reveal a $250,000 top prize.

Coca-Cola Racing Family Driver Daniel Suárez Tours U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Richard Snyder During Virtual Visit

As plans come together for the Memorial Day Weekend salute to the troops at the Coca-Cola 600, driver Daniel Suárez spent time earlier this week visiting with sailors aboard U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Richard Snyder as part of Charlotte Motor Speedway’s virtual Mission 600.

Deputies Investigate A Fatal Helicopter Crash In Union County

Deputies are investigating a fatal helicopter crash in Union County that occurred on Sunday afternoon.

POLITICAL WRAP: Efforts at Police Reform

Police reform is back in the spotlight. It comes as protests continue in the fatal shooting of a Black man by deputies in Elizabeth City. Andrew Brown Jr. will be laid to rest on Monday.

Police: 19-Year-Old Seriously Injured In Shooting On The Mooresville Dragstrip

Deputies with the Rowan County Sheriff's Office say a 19-year-old man was seriously injured in a shooting on the Mooresville Dragstrip Sunday morning.

Charlotte Fire Investigating Blaze At East Charlotte Business

CFD responded to the fire on Monroe Road Saturday night.

UNC Charlotte Builds Remembrance Memorial For Lives Lost In Deadly Shooting

Brook Muller, dean of UNC Charlotte, announced on Friday that a permanent memorial will be built to honor the lives lost in the deadly campus shooting that occurred just two years ago.

Outdoor Concert Series Returns To The Whitewater Center In Charlotte

The USNWC in Charlotte is bringing back its River Jam Series featuring live music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night.

UNC Charlotte Marks Two Years Since Campus Shooting That Killed 2 And Hurt 4 Others

People gathered both virtually and in person for the day of remembrance. Wreaths were laid, a memorial plaque was dedicated, and the two young men who were killed that day, Reed Parlier and Riley Howell, were remembered.

Governor Cooper Lifts Outdoor Mask Mandate With Restrictions

Masks are still required indoors across North Carolina.

Local Media Company Announces Launch Of Mix 107.9 In Charlotte

Radio One's Regional Vice President Marsha Landess announced the launch of WLNK MIX 107.9 on Friday. Matt & Ramona will appear on WCCB Charlotte's Rising on Monday to talk about their radio show, so tune in!

Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel: The Exhibit Will Be Featured In Charlotte Through July 31st

Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibit will be featured in Charlotte May 1st through July 31st. The unique exhibition showcases Michelangelo’s renowned ceiling frescoes from the Sistine Chapel, reproduced photographically and artfully displayed in their original size.