Medical Marijuana Now Legal On Cherokee Land In Western NC
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians has approved growing, selling and using medical marijuana on its lands in Western North Carolina, tribal leaders announced Thursday.
Felix Sets A Record, Wins Bronze For 10th Olympic Medal
Allyson Felix finished third in the 400 meters Friday to win her 10th career medal and become the most-decorated woman in the history of Olympic track.
Bloop! There It Is - Bloopers From WCCB News Rising
Check out the funny bloopers from Derek, Lauren and the rest of the Rising crew!Β
South Carolinaβs Back-To-School Sales Tax Holiday Underway
South Carolinaβs annual weekend where the state doesnβt charge sales tax on back-to-school items is underway.
Mecklenburg County Sheriff Sued Over Gun Permit Delay
Gun rights organizations and three residents are suing the Mecklenburg County sheriff alleging that his office failed to issue pistol purchase and concealed handgun permits in a timely manner.
Charlotte's Innovation Barn Now Open
The first-of-its-kind multipurpose building on Seigle Avenue is looking to revolutionize how Carolinians recycle and contribute to a circular economy. Did we mention it has wine and beer?
US Added 943,000 Jobs In July; Unemployment Rate At 5.4%
Hiring surged in July as American employers added 943,000 jobs. The unemployment rate dropped to 5.4% another sign that the U.S. economy continues to bounce back with surprising vigor from last yearβs coronavirus shutdown.
Fantastic Friday, Soggy Saturday Ahead
A moisture-laden rainmaking system moves in overnight, setting us up for a wet start to the weekend.
Cabarrus Health Alliance Launches Healthy, Affordable Take-Home Meals Program At Local Daycare Centers
Busy, working parents in Cabarrus County can now relax when it comes to planning dinner thanksΒ to a new take-home meals program offered at three local daycare centers.
Troopers: Bicyclist Killed After Being Struck By A Truck In Lancaster County
Troopers are investigating a fatal collision after a bicyclist was hit by a truck and killed in Lancaster County on Thursday.
Automakers Pledge To Increase U.S. Electric Vehicle Sales
Declaring the U.S. must βmove fastβ to win the carmaking future, President Joe Biden on Thursday touted a commitment from the auto industry to make electric vehicles up to half of U.S. sales by the end of the decade.
Gaston College Graduates To Have Direct-Entry Admission To Johnson C. Smith University Under New Agreement
Qualified Gaston College graduates will have direct-entry admission to Johnson C. Smith University thanks to an agreement the two schools entered into on August 5th.
Gaston County Public Health Giving Out $100 Gift Cards As COVID-19 Vaccination IncentiveΒ
Health officials say anyone who gets their COVID-19 vaccine at Gaston County's Public Health Department can get a $100 gift card for their time.Β
Charlotte's Premier Comedy Festival Returns To Uptown This FallΒ
Get ready for a full week of laughs as the Queen City Comedy Experience returns to Uptown Charlotte this fall.
Taylor Hanson Named Recipient Of Charlotte Motor Speedway's First Jimmie Johnson Scholarship
Central Cabarrus High graduate Taylor Hanson received Charlotte Motor Speedwayβs first Jimmie Johnson Scholarship. The scholarship program honors Johnsonβs commitment to physical fitness and is presented annually to a deserving Cabarrus County high school senior with career pursuits in fitness, nutrition or exercise science.
NC College Students Must Get COVID Shot Or Be Tested Weekly
Tens of thousands of North Carolina college students will need to get a COVID-19 vaccine or be tested weekly, according the University of North Carolina System.
CMPD: Fatal Southeast Charlotte Shooting Of 33-Year-Old Classified As Justified Homicide
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say that the fatal shooting of a 33-year-old man at a southeast Charlotte apartment complex has been classified as a justified homicide.
CMPD: Fatal North Charlotte Shooting Of 43-Year-Old Classified As Justified Homicide
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say that the fatal shooting of a 43-year-old man in north Charlotte has been classified as a justified homicide.
American Cancer Society Announces Gala Presenting Sponsor And Co-Chairs For Re-Imagine Charlotte
The American Cancer Society (ACS) of Western North Carolina and South Carolina is pleased to announce its annual gala, Re-Imagine Charlotte, has named Charlotte-based premier grocer Harris Teeter as the presenting sponsor.
Truist Field Set To Host Annual Chief's Cup Baseball Game On September 11th
Truist Field, home of the Charlotte Knights, will host a special 20th Anniversary Tribute on September 11, 2021 thanks to the Salute to Heroes Foundation. The annual Chiefβs Cup baseball game, which features the CMPD Blue Hornets against the CFD Blaze, will take place beginning at 6:00 p.m. on September 11th.
Moderna Plans Booster Doses To Help Fight Virus
Moderna officials say while its COVID-19 vaccineβs protection is holding up, itβs planning for booster doses to help fight the highly contagious delta variant.
Cash 5 Delivers $279,915 Jackpot To Mecklenburg County Man
Jerome Lowery of Charlotte tried his luck on a Cash 5 ticket and won a $279,915 jackpot.
