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Federal Judge Leaves CDC Evictions Moratorium In Place

A federal judge is refusing landlords’ request to put the Biden administration’s new eviction moratorium on hold, though she made clear she thinks it’s illegal.

How The Delta Variant Is Changing The Fitness Industry

An industry devastated by the pandemic, slowly recovering, is now preparing for the potential impacts of the Delta variant surge. The fitness industry, like many others, had to adapt.

Potential Tropical Cyclone Seven Forms

All eyes are on Fred at the moment, but future Tropical Storm Grace may steal the show soon.

Charlotte Grows Quickly, But Wake Co. Remains Most Populous

Charlotte is one of 14 U.S. cities that gained more than 100,000 residents from 2010 to 2020, but Wake County solidified its spot as North Carolina’s most populous county, according to U.S. Census Bureau data released Thursday.

South Carolina Growth Clustered Along Coast, Charlotte Areas

South Carolinians are gravitating toward the state’s coastline and the suburbs south of Charlotte, North Carolina, detailed Census figures released Thursday show.

Fitness Friday: Push-Up Challenge

Instead of working together, Derek and James are going head-to-head for top dog in the studio

Charlotte Woman Grieves Loss Of Two Children, Killed Months Apart

A Charlotte woman is grieving the loss of her two children, both killed violently just months apart.

Frying Friday, Rainy & Cooler Weekend

We'll have one last smoking-hot day across the Carolinas before a tandem of rainmaking systems - one tropical - arrives early next week.

Recovery Center In Charlotte Hope Haven Suffers Severe Damage Due To Flooding

The salvaging process begins at Hope Haven Inc. on North Tryon Street. Wednesday night, floodwaters rushed into the rooms of the substance abuse recovery facility. Rising water crept up the facility room walls and destroyed some of the 130 residents' belongings.

Gaston County Announces Indoor Mask Mandate For All Employees

Beginning Friday, August 13th an indoor mandatory mask mandate will be put into place for all Gaston County employees regardless of vaccination status.

2 Hickory Men Sentenced To Prison After Shooting At Local Pub Leaves 3 Dead

Two Hickory men were sentenced to prison on Thursday after pleading guilty to their involvement in a 2017 shooting at a local pub that left three people dead.

Atrium Health Pineville Reports COVID-19 Cluster, 59 Positive Cases

Health officials say so far a total of 59 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in a cluster at Atrium Health Pineville

Rowan County Jail Experiences A COVID-19 Outbreak

Health officials report a COVID-19 outbreak at the Rowan County Jail.

North Carolina Leaders Establish 2023 As "Year Of The Trail"

State leaders plans to increase awareness of trails and boost local trail use as well as tourism by designating 2023 as the "Year of the Trail" for North Carolina.

Approximately 200 Children Have Tested Positive For COVID-19 In Gaston County In The Last 10 Days

Officials in Gaston County say approximately 200 children have tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 10 days. Out of the 359 cases in children who tested positive for COVID-19 in July and August, 19% were age 0-4, 27% were age 5-10, 16% were age 11-13, and 38% were age 14-18.

US Sends Troops To Kabul To Evacuate Some Embassy Staff

With security rapidly deteriorating in Afghanistan, the United States is sending in an additional 3,000 troops to help evacuate some personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, officials said Thursday.

City Of Charlotte Announces Mask Mandate Inside Government Buildings Beginning August 13th

Beginning Friday, August 13th masks will be required in all city government buildings in Charlotte regardless of vaccination status.

AEG Presents To Require Proof Of Full Vaccination For U.S. Concertgoers And Event Staff

AEG Presents announced that it will be requiring proof of vaccination for entry into its owned and operated clubs, theatres, and festivals. The decision comes on the heels of the dramatic surge in Covid-19 cases as the Delta variant spreads throughout the United States.