Big Bird Backlash: Vax Lands Even Muppet In Political Flap
In 1972, Big Bird lined up on `Sesame Street' to receive a measles vaccine as part of a campaign to get more youngsters inoculated against the disease.
CMPD: 19-Year-Old Charged After Fleeing From Police In Stolen Vehicle With Stolen Rifle
A 19-year-old has been arrested after he allegedly terrorized the community with a stolen firearm, fled from officers in a stolen vehicle and barricaded himself in a shed Wednesday night, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
Carolina Panthers Agree To Terms With Cam Newton
The Panthers on Thursday agreed to terms with quarterback Cam Newton, bringing the former No. 1 overall pick back to Charlotte, pending a physical.
Debate Over Explicit Memoir Becomes A Focus Of GOP Gov Races
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster on Wednesday released a letter calling on Superintendent Molly Spearman to perform a systemic review of “inappropriate” materials in the state’s schools.
Biden Announces Plan To ID, Treat Vets' Ills From Toxic Air
President Joe Biden is using his first Veterans Day in office to announce an effort to better understand, identify and treat medical conditions suffered by troops deployed to toxic environments.
Judge: North Carolina Must Spend $1.75B To Narrow Education Gap
A North Carolina trial judge has ordered the state to pay out $1.75 billion to help narrow the state’s public education inequities.
Wilson's World At The Carolinas Veterans Day Festival
Wilson joined Veterans Bridge Home for the 2021 Carolinas Veterans Day Festival at Truist Field to celebrate and help those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces and their families.
Veteran's Day Brings Midday Showers and Overnight Storms
Rain returns today with a few rumbles tonight. Cooler weekend.
Veteran Owned and Operated Brewery in Kannapolis Paying It Forward
Old Armor Beer Company in Kannapolis giving back to veterans and first responders in the community and across the country.
Burns On Pats' Jones: I Wish My D-End Friends Happy Hunting
Panthers defensive end Brian Burns said he thinks Patriots rookie quarterback Mac Jones should apologize for grabbing his right ankle and trying to twist it during last Sunday’s game in Charlotte.
House Fire in Matthews Causes $75K in Damages
Firefighters battled a house fire in Matthews early Thursday morning. They controlled the flames in 20 minutes but the fire caused an estimated $75,000 in losses. One person sustained minor injuries.
Mecklenburg County Indoor Mask Mandate Could Be Lifted By Next Week
Mecklenburg County's indoor mask mandate could be lifted as soon as next week. The county dropped under five percent in positive COVID testing results on Tuesday.
SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch Visible in the Southeast
SpaceX Falcon 9 Crew-3 Rocket Launch Scheduled for Wednesday Night and Will Be Visible Across the Southeast.
Watching Atlantic for Adria
Move over, Greek names, it's the auxiliary list's time to shine.
Few North Carolina Children 5-11 Vaccinated In Early Rollout
Few North Carolina parents had their children vaccinated in the first days COVID-19 shots were available for kids age 5 to 11.
Sam Darnold To Miss At Least 4 Weeks With Shoulder Fracture
Quarterback Sam Darnold will miss at least four weeks with a right shoulder injury, according to coach Matt Rhule.
North Carolina Man Charged In TikTok Rescue Has Charge Upped To Kidnapping
The charge against a 61-year-old man accused of holding a 16-year-old girl captive until a driver on a Kentucky interstate noticed her using a distress signal made popular on TikTok has been increased to kidnapping.
Chopt Hosts "Kids Eat Free" Event At North Carolina Locations
Chopt Creative Salad Co. will host “Kids Eat Free” event at North Carolina locations on Nov. 16.
NC Attorney General Reaches Settlement With Charlotte Gas Station Over Colonial Pipeline Price Gouging
North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein has reached a settlement of more than $20,000 with a Charlotte gas station over price gouging amid the Colonial Pipeline shutdown.
2021 Veterans Day: Free Meals And Restaurant Deals
Veterans Day is approaching and many people will be honoring their family, friends and loved ones. Many businesses will also be celebrating veterans and active military with deals including free meal options. WCCB has compiled a list of places with deals for Veterans Day.
Mooresville Man Facing Charges After Shooting Driver In Face On I-77
According to the Iredell County Sheriff's Office, a Mooresville man is facing charges after he allegedly shot another driver in the face along Interstate 77 Monday.
Morning Brew: Cambridge University Student Athletes Put Together A Racy Calendar And KFC Has Been Named The Most Popular Fried Chicken Chain In America
In today’s Morning Brew segment, we discuss Cambridge University student-athletes putting together a racy calendar for a good cause and KFC being named the most popular fried chicken chain in America.
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