US Navy returns to Charlotte this week
About 75 sailors representing a wide range of careers will be out in the community throughout the week visiting schools, nonprofits and local organizations
CNN founder Ted Turner, a brash and outspoken television pioneer, has died at age 87
Ted Turner, a brash and outspoken television pioneer who raced yachts, owned huge chunks of the American West and transformed the news business by launching CNN in 1980, has died at age 87.
Up 'n Adam: National Tennis Month
Adam Wurtzel met Todd Upchurch of Serve It Up Tennis Academy to celebrate National Tennis Month, and the health benefits of playing the sport.
1 killed in crash in University City
MEDIC says it happened around 1:30 a.m. on University City Boulevard, near the intersection with North Tryon Street
Charlotte Firefighters asking for pay increase comparable to police
Charlotte firefighters say a proposed gap in a pay increase will make recruitment and retention harder in the department.
Strawberry farmers expecting lower crop yield because of extreme drought
The drought has caused a lower yield for many and forced other farmers to hold off on planting. However,Β for the strawberry industry it's caused a whole different problem.
City of Monroe water supply gets major boost during current drought conditions
The City of Monroe activated a newly constructed pipeline Friday, beginning the flow of nearly two million gallons of additional water per day into Lake Lee, which sits at the center of Monroe's three-lake drinking water system.
Former Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs is found not guilty of assaulting his private chef
The four-time Pro Bowl wideout pleaded not guilty in February to a felony strangulation charge and a misdemeanor assault and battery charge stemming from the alleged dispute.
Secret Service says suspect opened fire on them and was shot in exchange near Washington Monument
A man spotted carrying a gun in the vicinity of the White House by plainclothes officers and agents was shot by law enforcement Monday after he opened fire on them near the Washington Monument, the Secret Service said.
Police identify victim in west Charlotte homicide
The CharlotteβMecklenburg Police Department has identified the victim in a April 19th homicide.
Rising Spotlight: Carolina Voices
In todayβs Rising Spotlight, Adam Wurtzel visits with the Carolina Voices, as they prepare for their upcoming event called The Big Sing!
What to know about hantavirus, the illness suspected in a cruise ship outbreak
A rodent-borne illness is suspected of causing anΒ outbreak aboard a cruise shipΒ that has killed three people and sickened others.
US says ceasefire with Iran is holding despite attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and against the UAE
U.S. military leaders said a ceasefire remains in effect a day after Iran was blamedΒ for new attacksΒ in the Strait of Hormuz and against the United Arab Emirates.
Body camera shows firefighter's POV as they battle east Charlotte house fire
It happened around 11:30 Sunday night on Molly's Place, off Hickory Grove Road. Crews arrived to find heavy fire extending into the attic.
Cement truck flips over on I-85 off-ramp after driver over-corrects
An overturned truck carrying quick-dry cement caused trouble for drivers on I-85 in Gaston County Monday.
Police: Car theft suspect wrecks vehicle, tries to run, gets hit and killed by oncoming traffic
It happened in the southbound lanes near Nations Ford Road. Police had attempted to pull over the car around 10 PM on Old Pineville Road, but the driver refused to stop.
Huntersville Police ID 20-year-old victim in weekend homicide
Huntersville Police have identified the victim in a weekend homicide. It happened around 4:15 Sunday morning on Weller Way off Hambright Road.
Wake Co. Board of Commissioners delays vote toward major healthcare partnership
The deal just announced on Friday would see Atrium Health take control of Raleigh-based WakeMed.
Lincoln Co. Sheriff's deputy arrested and charged with cyberstalking
40-year-old Michael Hargrave is charged with cyberstalking and communicating threats.
Statesville residents and business owners will face fines for violating water restrictions
Statesville residents and business owners can now face fines for violating water restrictions. It's a part of an effort to save at least 10-20% of water in the extreme drought conditions.
Charlotte City Manager proposes property tax increase to give raises to police and firefighters
Charlotte's City Manager wants to increase your property taxes to pay for improved public safety. Marcus Jones presented his $4.5 billion proposed 2027 budget Monday night.
Trump keeps us up in the air with his hints of whatβs coming in a new batch of UFO files
President Donald Trump is promising to release new UFO records that he says will be βvery interesting.β He says the files will be coming βvery soonβ after he directed the Pentagon to share documents related to UFOs and extraterrestrial life. That directive came even with the Pentagon already years into a process to declassify materials related to UFOs.
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