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North Carolina Legislative Annual Session Resumes After Break

The North Carolina legislature is resuming its annual session, two weeks after meeting to approve a $1.6 billion package that distributed COVID-19 funds from Washington.

Correctional Facility To Test All Juveniles For COVID-19

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety announced Saturday that all juveniles held at the Stonewall Jackson Youth Development Center will be tested for COVID-19 after a staff member reported testing positive for the coronavirus a day earlier.

Tropical Storm Arthur Crawls Closer To North Carolina Coast

Life-threatening surf and rip currents will spread along U.S. East coast beaches in the days ahead as Tropical Storm Arthur kicks up ocean swells offshore, the National Hurricane Center warned on Monday.

2020 High School Seniors Honored In Drive-By Parade In Charlotte Neighborhood

A unique celebration in the midst of crisis

POLITICAL WRAP: Obama Criticizes Administration; Doubts About RNC in CLT?

Former President Obama criticizes the current administration's response to the coronavirus crisis. President Trump responding to that and weighing in on Charlotte and the Republican National Convention.

Konnected Foundation Hosting "Virtually Konnected" Concert Series

The Konnected Foundation is hosting their Virtually Konnected Concert series from 6pm-7pm tonight on the Queen City Awards Facebook page.

Federal Judge Says North Carolina Churches Can Hold Services Indoors

A federal judge has issued a temporary order blocking Governor Cooper's executive order, which prohibited churches from holding worship services indoors.

NASCAR Picks Up At Tricky Darlington After 10-Week Hiatus

NASCAR will not be as you remember it when racing returns at old egg-shaped Darlington Raceway.

Reported Suicide Attempt Leads To Homicide Investigation After Man Found Stabbed To Death In Northwest Charlotte

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police detectives are investigating a homicide after officers found a 54-year-old man stabbed to death inside a northwest Charlotte residence Friday night.

Some Close Contact Businesses Implementing Own Safety Protocols Prior To Phase Two Reopening In North Carolina

Governor Roy Cooper could announce the state is ready to move into Phase 2 on May 22.

Busch To Rush Back Into Racing With 7 Events Over 11 Days

NASCAR champion Kyle Busch will sprint back into competition when the season resumes by running all seven races that have been scheduled over an 11-day span.

‘I Had A Feeling,’ Says Lincoln County Man After $100,000 Scratch-Off Win

Christopher Tate of Lincolnton says he doesn’t play the lottery often, but on a whim decided to try his luck at a convenience store and won $100,000.

Authorities: Charlotte Worker Dies In Forklift Accident

An employee working at a North Carolina distribution center died Thursday in an accident involving a forklift, according to authorities.

Tyson Foods Closes Two N.C. Plants For COVID-19 Deep Clean

A poultry producer is temporarily closing two plants at a North Carolina complex for cleaning amid the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Music For Meals Supports Local Musicians And Benefits Second Harvest Food Bank

Music For Meals is a virtual concert hosted on WCCB Charlotte's CW that will benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina. The benefit concert will air at 9pm on Saturday, May 16th on WCCB Charlotte.

And The Band Played On: How The COVID-19 Pandemic Is Reshaping Charlotte's Music Scene

The Charlotte music scene was burgeoning before the coronavirus pandemic. Now, local music venues face uncertain futures and artists are looking for new ways to create content and engage with fans.

Prison Workers Get Free Testing; Gear Going To Nursing Homes

North Carolina government is offering widespread testing or protective equipment to workers in two of the more vulnerable living settings for COVID-19 outbreaks.