North Carolina News

Rising's Derek James Voted 'Favorite Local Talk Show Host' By Elevate Lifestyle

WCCB News Rising's Derek James was voted "Favorite Local Talk Show Host" by Elevate Lifestyle.

Charlotte Hornets Launch Voting Platform To Inspire Community To "Swarm The Polls"

Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE) launched a new voting initiative for the upcoming 2020 elections entitled “Swarm The Polls.”

Gastonia Police Asking For Public's Help With 2015 Missing Persons Case

The Gastonia Police Department is asking for the public’s help with a missing persons case from September 2015.

UNCC Off-Campus Student COVID Cluster Identified, Recovered

UNC Charlotte officials announced Tuesday that eight students who tested positive for COVID-19 have isolated and since recovered.

New Tropical Depression Forms Off North Carolina's Coast

Tropical Depression 15 formed off North Carolina’s coast Monday but was not expected to approach land, the U.S National Hurricane Center said.

Gyms Looking To Reopen Dispite Governor's Orders

More NC Gyms Plan to Re-open Tuesday, Defying Governor's Order

Tuesday, Governor Roy Cooper is expected to ease more cornoavirus restrictions. Some gyms are tired of waiting on the Governor and plan to re-open their doors tomorrow regardless of what Cooper announces.

Six People Rescued From Flooded Apartment Complex In Salisbury | PHOTOS

Six people were rescued in Salisbury after flood waters inundated an apartment complex.

New Safety Protocols Released For Hoppin' After Viral Video Shows Woman Drinking From Tap

Hoppin' is implementing new safety protocols to "ensure the safety of our patrons" after a viral video shows a customer drinking directly from the tap at the popular SouthEnd bar over the weekend.

Cooper Announces State Wide Alcohol Curfew As Covid Metrics Stabilize

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper Extends State-Wide Alcohol Curfew Through September

Gov. Roy Cooper announces that the state-wide alcohol curfew will be extended until October 2nd. Restaurants and bars are banned from selling alcohol past 11pm due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Aluminum Can Shortage Affecting Local Breweries

One of the most basic and mundane items is seeing a massive shortage -- the aluminum can. The impact is being felt locally, especially at breweries in our area which are already suffering because of COVID-19.

Charlotte Hornets Unveil New Uniforms

The Charlotte Hornets unveiled new Association and Icon Edition uniforms to be worn starting with the 2020-21 NBA season, in association with Official Jersey Patch Partner LendingTree.

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Bank Of America Stadium Will Not Host Fans In Week 1

The Carolina Panthers released a letter to fans saying they won't be able to attend the home opener on September 13th at Bank of America Stadium due to COVID-19 restrictions.

AAA: Demand And Gas Prices Jump Across The Carolinas

North and South Carolina saw gas prices jump significantly over the week, with both states making the nation’s top 10 largest weekly increases.

Humane Society of York County 'Pets of the Week'

Check out these adorable pets of the week available at the Humane Society of York County.

Trump To Visit Wilmington To Declare It WWII Heritage City

President Donald Trump will visit Wilmington Wednesday to declare it a World War II “Heritage City.”

Anson County Woman Bags $200,000 Lottery Prize

Lora Sturdivant of Polkton is the lucky winner of a $200,000 Bonus Bucks top prize.

K-pop Dance Popular New Trend at Charlotte Dance & Fitness Studios

Sunday night, K-pop group BTS made its VMA debut on WCCB Charlotte. The K-pop craze is catching on worldwide and in the Queen City. Now some local dance and fitness studios are teaching the popular dance moves.