Michael Jordan Announces First Donations From $100 Million Pledge
Hornets owner and six-time NBA champion Michael Jordan has started sharing details of where some of his $100 million pledge to the Black community will be allocated.
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Panthers Coach Stays Positive In 'Less Than Ideal' Situation
The Carolina Panthers have a new head coach, two new coordinators, a different starting quarterback and a roster with more turnover from last season than any team in the NFL.
Detectives With CMPD Have Charged Two Men For The Fatal Shooting Off Nevin Chase Road
Detectives have charged 20-year-old Curtis Beatty and a 17-year-old man for the murder of Andre Boyd, according to a press release.
Charlotte Radio Show Host’s Daughter Killed In Crash
The daughter of a radio show host in Charlotte has died in a car crash.
Grandmother Killed Picking Up Granddaughter at Birthday Party; Killer on the Run
Police need help finding out who killed a 63-year-old grandmother in North Charlotte. Investigators believe Wilma Petty got caught in crossfire.
As The Start Of The School Year Inches Closer, Parents Are Seeking Other Options
Like private schools and tutoring groups.
Deputies Charge A Man In Connection With A Drug Overdose In Union County
Deputies arrested a Monroe man in connection to the fatal fentanyl overdose that killed 21-year-old Cameron Whitson in May.
Charlotte Hornets Will Provide 2,020 Meals During Week Of Service
The Charlotte Hornets, in partnership with Bank of America, have expanded their annual Day of Service to be the first Week of Service.
Mike Pence Urges In-Person School During Visit To North Carolina
Vice President Mike Pence vowed Wednesday that schools around the country will have the resources they need to reopen for in-person learning as he visited a classroom of masked fourth graders at a North Carolina private school.
Speedway Drive-In Powered By Renu Energy Rolls Out August Schedule
Charlotte Motor Speedway has announced an extension of its summer movie series, Speedway Drive-In Powered by Renu Energy, to include weekly movie nights through at least August.
North Carolina State Fair Canceled In 2020 Due To Coronavirus
The North Carolina State Fair has been canceled for this year due to safety, financial and attendance challenges from COVID-19, State Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler announced Wednesday.
Cat Tests Positive For Rabies In East Charlotte
A rabies alert was sent out to residents of Ashley Farm Drive in east Charlotte after a cat tested positive for rabies, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control.
Carolina Panthers Lose Punter Palardy To Torn ACL
The Carolina Panthers have lost punter Michael Palardy for the season because of a knee injury.
Charlotte City Council to Consider Resolution on Racial Reconciliation
Charlotte City Council will consider a resolution on racial reconciliation next month. Advocates want the city to apologize for past policies and invest in efforts to improve upward mobility for African-Americans.
Gastonia Ice Cream Shop Reopens Days After Protests
Dozens of members of the community rally around the business to show their support.
CMS Superintendent Speaking Out About The District's Difficult Back To School Decision
WCCB Charlotte's Alexandra Elich sat down for a one-on-one interview with Earnest Winston.
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper Limits Sale Of Alcoholic Beverages After 11pm Due To Coronavirus
With actions to slow the spread of COVID-19 beginning to have impact, Governor Roy Cooper is doubling down on prevention measures with Executive Order 153 stopping the sale of alcoholic drinks in restaurants, breweries, wineries, and distilleries at 11 pm. North Carolina bars that are currently closed will remain closed. This order will take effect Friday, July 31.
Mister Sparky Of Cherryville Earns Company's Highest Recognition
Rusty Wise, owner of Mister Sparky of Cherryville-Charlotte, North Carolina, was recently honored with the Franchisee of the Year Award during parent company Authority Brands’ virtual award recognitions on July 8
