North Carolina News

Coronavirus Upends Conventions, Changes TV Coverage

The Democratic and Republican conventions will lack for crowds but not television coverage.

Charlotte Woman Celebrates 116th Birthday, Community Commemorates Incredible Milestone

A Charlotte woman known as the oldest woman in the United States is celebrating her 116th birthday Saturday, August 15th.

Over $700,000 Raised In Memory Of 5-Year-Old Boy Who Was Fatally Shot

More than $700,000 has been raised for the funeral service expenses of a slain 5-year-old boy in Wilson whose death has captured national attention.

Panthers Sign 'Hard Knocks' Andrew Vollert To Roster

The Panthers signed tight end Andrew Vollert and wide receivers Tommylee Lewis and Marken Michel on Sunday.

Charlotte Business Owners Say Creativity, Community Helped Eatery Survive Pandemic

The owners of a South End eatery say their creativity and connection to the community helped them survive during the pandemic.

POLITICAL WRAP: DNC Preview; Mail-In Ballot Concerns

The virtual Democratic National Convention gets underway on Monday. So what will the message be? And how will Democrats keep the excitement up at a virtual event? And the debate over the post office and mail-in voting.

CMPD: Detectives Charge A Father For The Fatal Accidental Shooting Of A Two-Year-Old

CMPD detectives charged Antonio Cureton, 24, for the wrongful death of his two-year-old son Amor Cureton, according to a news release.

Union County Sheriff's Office Say A Deputy Was Killed In An Off Duty Motorcycle Accident

Sheriff Eddie Cathey says Deputy Sheriff Christopher Scott Horne, 50, was killed in a motorcycle accident when he was off duty on Saturday, August 15th.

Hungry? Check Out Optimist Hall For An Array Of Food Options

Located in the Optimist Park neighborhood between Uptown and Noda, this food hall features numerous vendors and retail stores.

South Carolina Reports 104,874 Confirmed Cases And 2,156 Deaths

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced 986 new confirmed cases and 22 new probable cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19, 51 additional confirmed deaths and 6 new probable deaths.

Road Closures For The 2020 Republican National Convention

This document outlines the Road Closures; Restricted Parking Zones; Local Travel Access Information/Checkpoints; and changes to public transportation in support of the 2020 Republican National Convention on Aug, 24th.

Catawba County Declares State Of Emergency

Catawba County declares a state of emergency Saturday, August 15th due to excessive rainfall in the County, according to a news release.

Despite Positive COVID Metrics, Mecklenburg County Leaders Urge Public To Not Let Their Guard Down

County leaders have concerns with fall approaching and activities starting, it may be easy to forget the importance of physical distancing, frequent hand washing and wearing your mask.

CMPD Investigates A Drowning Death In McDowell Park

Investigators say a swimmer in Lake Wylie was struggling and found dead underwater by the Charlotte Fire Department.

Family Members Ask For Help Burying A Woman Who Died In A Collision In Northwest Charlotte

Family members of Lydia Garcia, who died getting hit by a pickup truck after saving a child chasing a ball into the street, are asking for help so they can bury Garcia in her hometown in Mexico.

New COVID-Safe Tour Offers Fans Unique Way To Visit Charlotte Motor Speedway

Fans looking for a little high-octane fun to wind down their summer need look no further than Charlotte Motor Speedway’s innovative new, COVID-safe “Fast Pass Tour.”

CMPD: Detectives Arrest A Man For Two Violent Deadly Attacks

Detectives with CMPD say they charged a man for a physical altercation in which he shot another man, and for another assault where he stabbed a man.

CMPD Investigating Shooting In Uptown Charlotte

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are investigating a shooting that happened at an apartment complex in Uptown Charlotte. The shooting was reported just after 12pm on North Graham Street near 7th Street.