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Top sporting events around Charlotte | November 6th - November 12th

The Ally Tipoff and the Fall World Series lead this week of sporting events. Click through the gallery to see all the sporting events happening in and around Charlotte each week.

Food Lion announces $484 million investment to upgrade Charlotte stores

Food Lion will be upgrading 153 stores across the Charlotte area as part of a $484 million capital investment.

FAA reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 major airports

The Federal Aviation Administration announced Wednesday that it will reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 “high-volume” markets beginning Friday morning to maintain safety during the ongoing government shutdown.

Shipping delays expected after UPS cargo plane crash

The UPS cargo plane crash on Tuesday at the company’s global aviation hub in Kentucky, which killed at least nine, will temporarily disrupt the supply chain and result in some shipping delays.

Rising Spotlight: Dynamic Health Carolinas

Rising Spotlight: VR Therapy with Dynamic Health Carolinas

When it comes to pain management, there’s a new cutting-edge option available to help patients here in Charlotte – VR Therapy.

UPS plane crashes and explodes at a Kentucky airport, leaving at least 9 dead and others missing

Emergency workers are searching for more victims after at least nine people died and more than a dozen were injured when a UPS plane crashed while taking off at the airport in Louisville, Kentucky. The plane crashed Tuesday as it was departing for Honolulu from Muhammad Ali International Airport.

California voters approve new US House map to boost Democrats in 2026

California voters have approved a plan to overhaul the state’s congressional district boundaries, giving Democrats a boost in their bid to win the U.S. House majority next year. The approval of Proposition 50 could allow Democrats to gain up to five additional seats in the 2026 midterms.

UPS distribution hub in Louisville has 300 flights per day. What to know

A UPS cargo plane crashed at a Louisville, Kentucky, airport where the company operates its largest package delivery hub. UPS calls the giant center Worldport. The facility at Muhammad Ali International Airport employs some 20,000 people, making UPS the largest employer in the Louisville area.

Warm & Windy Through Weekend, Major Cold Snap Next Week

Warm & windy Wednesday, cooler to close workweek

A dry cold front sweeps through the Carolinas by Thursday morning, bringing cooler air as we close out the workweek.

People Magazine names 2025 "Sexiest Man Alive"

People Magazine has named actor Jonathan Bailey as the 2025 "Sexiest Man Alive."

Tom Brady clones his family dog; would you clone your pet?

In things that rich people are doing this week, Tom Brady says his dog Junie is a clone of former dog Lua that died in 2023. The pit bull mix was shared by Brady with his ex-wife, Gisele Bundchen, and their children.

Voters decide to increase sales tax to fund transportation

Charlotte voters have decided to pay more taxes to fund transportation improvements on rails, roads and buses.

The Edge: Gender police in the locker room?

A woman said that her gym membership has been revoked after she complained about a transgender woman in the women's locker room.

Zohran Mamdani wins NYC mayor's race

Zohran Mamdani was elected mayor of New York City on Tuesday, capping a stunning ascent for the 34-year-old state lawmaker, who was set to become the city’s most liberal mayor in generations.

Democrat Mikie Sherrill elected governor of New Jersey, defeating opponent who aligned with Trump

U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill on Tuesday was elected governor of New Jersey.

Michael Jordan's race team just scored a major win against NASCAR

A federal judge on Tuesday issued a key victory for two race teams, one owned by Michael Jordan, that further pressures NASCAR to settle the antitrust lawsuit filed against it by 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports.

Democrat Abigail Spanberger elected as Virginia's first woman governor

Democrat Abigail Spanberger won the Virginia governor’s race Tuesday, defeating Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears to give Democrats a key victory heading into the 2026 midterm elections.

UPDATE: At least 3 dead and 11 injured in UPS plane crash in Kentucky

A large UPS cargo plane with three people aboard crashed and exploded Tuesday while taking off from an airport in Louisville, Kentucky, leaving at least three people dead and 11 injured.

What to do if your flight is delayed or canceled during the US government shutdown

Staffing shortages have caused flight delays at a growing number of airports in recent weeks.

Survivors in Jamaica struggle to rebuild after Melissa

No food. No water. No shelter. That's a reality many Jamaicans are facing one week after Hurricane Melissa's devastating landfall.

A Tech Reboot for Charlotte Nonprofits

Apparo is helping Charlotte nonprofits serve more families by providing technology support through its year-long G.A.I.N. program. Six organizations recently graduated after receiving training, mentorship, new hardware and tech grants.