CDC reports 216 child deaths this flu season, the most in 15 years
More U.S. children have died this flu season than at any time since the swine flu pandemic 15 years ago, according to a federal report released Friday.
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Ice bucket challenge makes comeback for mental health
The ice bucket challenge first started nearly a decade ago as a way to bring awareness to ALS.Β The challenge has made a comeback this time for a different cause.Β
Pet of the Week: Meet Bogi!
Watch to find out how you can adopt Bogi or any of the animals with CMPD Animal Care and Control!
Bar One Lounge now open in Uptown
A new spot for food, drinks, and relaxation in Uptown Charlotte! Joe Duncan made his way out of the studio and over to the newly-opened Bar One Lounge.
WeatherWise Alert: rising severe threat will impact Charlotte weekend events
The threat of severe weather begins Friday afternoon concerning damaging wind, lightning, hail, and flash flooding through Saturday night.
Wrong-way driver killed in crash on I-85 in Gaston Co.
A wrong-way driver is dead after crashing his car into a van on Interstate 85 in Gaston County early Friday morning.
Vatican firefighters install a chimney on the roof of the Sistine Chapel for the papal election
Preparations for the conclave to find a new pope accelerated Friday with the installation of the chimney out of the Sistine Chapel that will signal the election of a successor to Pope Francis.
Trump signs executive order directing federal funding cuts to PBS and NPR
President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order aiming to slash public subsidies to PBS and NPR as he alleged βbiasβ in the broadcastersβ reporting.
Charlotte Fire responds to explosion and house fire in Dilworth
The Charlotte Fire Department is on scene of a house fire after an explosion was reported early Friday morning.
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | May 3rd and May 4th
From Kendrick Lamar's Grand National Tour to various other musical performances at Livin' Life Music Fest 2025, check out the top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend.
Weekend Parking Guide: Lovin' Life Festival, Kendrick Lamar, Charlotte Knights
Uptown Charlotte is preparing to see large crowds this weekend. The trifecta including the Lovin' Life Festival, Kenrick Lamar, and The Charlotte Knights will draw thousands to the city center making parking a tricky task.
1 dead, 6 hurt in wreck outside Northwest School of the Arts
The crash happened around rush hour Thursday evening at the intersection on Beatties Ford Road and Russell Avenue.
Sierra to open first North Carolina store at south Charlotte shopping center
Sierra will open its first store in North Carolina this weekend at Charlotteβs Carolina Pavilion shopping center.
Luxury sleepwear retailer coming to SouthPark
LAKE will be joining the lineup of upscale boutiques, luxury services, and first-class restaurants at Speciality Shops SouthPark.
NC auditor names elections board members after judges let law stand during appeal
North Carolinaβs Republican state auditor has started making appointments to a new State Board of Elections because an appeals court said a law can still be enforced while it is challenged by Democratic Gov. Josh Stein.
Charlotte mother charged with child abuse, accused of beating her son
A Charlotte mother is charged with felony child abuse, accused of beating her 8-year-old son with an extension cord.
Chill out: The best places to swim in and around Charlotte
Whether you're seeking natural quarries, splash pads, scenic lakes, or family-friendly pools, WCCB has a list of the top Charlotte swim destinations.
PepsiCo and Bojangles pay tribute to first responders in honor of local officers killed in the line of duty
The locally based companies held a tribute for the four officers who lost their lives a year ago this week and are providing free meals on May 1st for all first responders.
