North Carolina News

'Round Town With Rising: Ballantyne

Get out, see the sights, ride 'Round Town with Rising! Each Tuesday and Thursday we scope out a surprise spot around our city. The latest locale: Ballantyne!

Deputies: 18-Year-Old Gastonia Man Charged With Child Sexual Assault

Deputies say 18-year-old Calvin Fair is under arrest for child sexual assault charges in connection to incidents that occurred in Lincoln County in 2020.

Select North Carolina Harris Teeter Pharmacies Administering COVID-19 Vaccination To Eligible Individuals

Harris Teeter announced today select Harris Teeter Pharmacies across NC have received and begun administering COVID-19 vaccinations to eligible individuals.

NC MedAssist CARES Expands Access To Prescription Drugs For North Carolinians

NC MedAssist’s Free Pharmacy Program works with pharmaceutical companies to centralize the procurement of prescription medication for its patients. As of March 1, 2021, NC MedAssist has increased its income guidelines, allowing more people to receive assistance.

Hidden Gems of CLT: Vin Master

What are you missing in your favorite neighborhood? WCCB Charlotte’s Alexandra Elich explores tucked away spots, historic businesses, and secret gardens in the middle of our bustling city.

NCHSAA Basketball Championships On WCCB

Watch All Of The NCHSAA Basketball Championship Action Saturday, March 6th On WCCB and MeTV.

Black-Owned Barbershop in SouthPark Mall Will Be Allowed to Finish Lease

A black-owned barbershop that had its lease terminated at SouthPark Mall will no longer have to close its doors. The owners of "Knights of the Razor by No Grease," reached an agreement with Simon Properties on Wednesday night.

Gaston County Reports 1st Rabies Case Of 2021

Officials with Gaston County Police Animal Care and Enforcement say on Monday, March 1st they located a dead raccoon with rabies within reach of three dogs in the backyard of a home in Gastonia.

Police: A Man And Juvenile Charged After A Fatal Shooting Stemming From A Fight At A Monroe Mall

Monroe Police say two individuals have been charged for their involvement in a fatal shooting on March 1st where Terrence Russell, 24, was shot and killed.

Local Coffee Bar Donates March 4th Proceeds In Honor Of Fallen K-9 Officer

Officials with Clutch Coffee Bar say on Thursday, March 4th they will be celebrating fallen Officer Jordan Sheldon's birthday by donating 100 percent of their proceeds from their two Mooresville locations to Sheldon's K9s charity.

Federal Authorities: Charlotte Man Faces 12 Years In Prison For Armed Carjacking

U.S. Attorney William Stetzer says Jordan Williams, 25, of Charlotte was sentenced to 12 years in prison on carjacking and firearm charges.

Jobless Must Prove They're Looking For Work To Keep Benefits

People who are unemployed in North Carolina will be required to prove they’re searching for work in order to keep their jobless benefits.

Detectives Investigate A Car Intentionally Set On Fire In Charlotte, Vandalized With A Homophobic Slur

Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say they are investigating a fire that was intentionally set to a vehicle in Charlotte that raised the concerns after officers found a homophobic slur spray painted across the vehicle.

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper Receives COVID-19 Vaccine

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper received a COVID-19 vaccine Wednesday as the state expands eligibility this week with the arrival of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

Man Shot Several Times By Deputies In Caldwell County

A traffic stop ended with a man being shot twice by deputies after he reportedly pulled a gun out following a brief pursuit in Caldwell County, according to a news release.

Bold Rock Signs Multi-Track Sponsorship With Speedway Motorsports

As the “Official Hard Tea and Hard Lemonade” of Atlanta Motor Speedway, Bristol Motor Speedway and Charlotte Motor Speedway, Bold Rock will bring the familiar flavors of tea and lemonade to fans on race day.

Charlotte Knights Announce Season Delayed Until May 4

The Charlotte Knights have announced that their season has been delayed by close to a month. The season opener was set to take place on April 6 and is now expected to be played on May 4.