Justin LaFrancois Speaks Out Day After Uptown Video He Recorded Of CMPD Sparks Outrage
Our media partner, Queen City Nerve, was live streaming the Charlotte protests, as they've done since last Friday. When suddenly, a new scene erupted.
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Parts of Republican National Convention Could Remain in Charlotte
Organizers indicate parts of the Republican National Convention could remain in Charlotte, despite President Trump's tweets about moving it to another city. The parties involved in the contract will meet on Thursday.
Elected Leaders React to Viral Video Of Charlotte Protesters Trapped and Gassed
The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation is looking into how the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department handled protesters on Tuesday night.
2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season Off to Record Start
Newly formed Cristobal could impact the Gulf Coast as soon as this weekend.
Parents, Educators, Experts Talk To Kids On Race Amid Unrest
As an African American parent, Cassandre Dunbar in Charlotte, North Carolina, always knew she and her husband would have “the talk” with their son, the one preparing him for interactions with law enforcement.
Bill Earmarks $300M More COVID-19 Funds For N.C. Government
North Carolina legislators want to make available another $300 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds to Gov. Roy Cooper’s administration to cover additional government expenses incurred due to the virus.
Trump Says GOP Is Pulling Convention From North Carolina
President Donald Trump said he is seeking a new state to host this summer’s Republican National Convention after North Carolina refused to guarantee the event could be held in Charlotte without restrictions because of ongoing concerns over the coronavirus.
RNC Organizers Plan to Visit Alternative Host Cities
Organizers of the Republican National Convention say they will begin visiting alternative host cities. It comes as Governor Roy Cooper says he can't guarantee a full-scale convention in Charlotte this August.
Two Families, Who Lost Their Loved Ones At The Hands Of CMPD, Reacting to the Death of George Floyd And Protests
Open your eyes, that's the message the brother of a man killed by a CMPD officer has for police. He says he is proud of the movement happening around the country.
NC Governor: GOP Must Prepare For Scaled-Back Convention
North Carolina’s governor said Tuesday that the GOP must prepare for a scaled-back Charlotte convention because of the coronavirus pandemic, with the national Republican chairwoman responding that organizers would begin visiting other potential host cities.
N.C. Absentee Ballot Access Measure Getting Senate Debate
A second North Carolina General Assembly chamber is pushing ahead with legislation designed to help voters access absentee balloting should COVID-19 make in-person voting risky for them.
Protesters Hold March In Charlotte Suburbs
Activists took their cry for justice to Charlotte's suburbs on Monday night. Hundreds marched through Dilworth and Myers Park, demanding justice for George Floyd and an end to police brutality.
Cleanup Is Underway After People Vandalized Dozens Of Buildings And Businesses In Uptown Over The Weekend
Business owners tell WCCB the damage is taking away from the message of the protests.
Charlotte Bakery Launches Food Truck
Charlotte native and owner of BW Sweets Bakery, Frankie White, goes mobile with the launch of BW Sweets Express - a food truck serving the Charlotte Metro area with delicious desserts.
Michael Jordan: "Truly Pained And Plain Angry”
With protesters taking to the streets across the United States again Sunday, Michael Jordan released a statement on George Floyd and the killings of black people at the hands of police.
Virus Hurts North Carolina Counties' Hurricane Readiness
As hurricane season starts Monday, most of North Carolina’s coastal counties are grappling with shortfalls or concerns about equipment and resources as they balance the dual threat of tropical weather and the COVID-19 pandemic.
RNC Sets Wednesday Deadline For Response On NC Convention
The Republican National Committee says it wants to hear from North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper by Wednesday on whether the state can fully accommodate the party’s national convention in August this summer.
Who Is Behind Violent Protests Across Charlotte, And The Country? Local Law Enforcement Weighs-In
President Trump says anti-facist group is behind the violence.
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