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CMPD Animal Care & Control Adopts Innovative Technology From Petco Love

CMPD Animal Care & Control Adopts innovative technology from Petco Love to help reunite lost pets with their families on National Lost Dog and Cat Awareness Day.

Frost and Freeze Protection Ahead of Late-Season Cold Snap

Cover your plants and bring in your pets ahead of a late-season cold snap.

Governor Cooper Announces Possible Timeline For Restrictions To Be Lifted

Cooper Plans To Lift Gathering, Distancing Limits By June 1

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper said on Wednesday that he plans to lift all mandates on social distancing and gathering limits by June 1 if coronavirus metrics remain stable and residents continue to get vaccinated.

Extras Wanted In North Carolina For Major Motion Picture

Anyone living in North Carolina, who would love the chance to be cast as an extra in a major motion picture, is encouraged to apply through Tona B. Dahlquist Casting for a new film with the working title "Evolution."

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Victim In Fatal Mount Holly House Fire Identified As 17-Year-Old

The Mount Holly Police Department said that a teenager died in a house fire early Wednesday morning.

White House Offers New Tax Credit To Help Spur Vaccinations

The White House is trying to overcome diminishing demand for COVID-19 shots by offering businesses a tax incentive to give employees paid leave to get vaccinated. The move comes as the United States is set to meet President Joe Biden’s goal of administering 200 million coronavirus doses in his first 100 days in office.

Local Charlotte Brewery Giving Away Baby Trees In Honor Of Earth Day

Catawba Brewing Company in Charlotte will be giving away baby trees/seedlings in celebration of Earth Day on Thursday, April 22nd.

People Around The World React To Derek Chauvin Verdict

People around the world are reacting to the guilty verdict for ex-officer Derek Chauvin. The conviction, many people are pointing out, represents accountability but it does not bring George Floyd back.

Lyrid Meteor Shower Peaks This Week

You'll want a literal "heads-up" for this one! The April Lyrids meteor shower peaks tonight, Wednesday, April 21 into the morning of the 22nd. While the peak is tonight, the annual meteor shower typically lasts from April 16 to April 25. At its peak, observers can usually see anywhere between 5-20 streaks per hour.

North Carolina Won’t Pass Bill To Ban Youth Trans Procedures

The office of North Carolina’s Republican Senate leader said on Tuesday the chamber won’t advance a controversial bill put forward this month by three GOP members that sought to limit medical treatments for transgender people under 21.

Carowinds To Welcome Back Season Passholders With Welcome Back Weekend Event May 15-16

Carowinds is welcoming back Season Passholders to experience its reopening before the general public with Welcome Back Weekend! The exclusive preview event will take place May 15th and 16th from 12-6 p.m.

8-Month-Old Struck By Stray Bullet In Shelby

An 8-month-old baby girl was struck by a stray bullet Tuesday night in Shelby, sending her to the hospital, according to police.

Strong Cold Front Bringing Wind, Freezing Temps

Windy Day, Freezing Night

Strong cold front bringing wind, cold to the region.

Oscar's Watch Party DIY Idea

Try this cool DIY idea to make your Oscar Watch Party and award-winning hit. Helen Edwards of Spark By Design demonstrates how to give something an inexpensive look using a method called hydro-dipping.

Charlotte Reacts After Derek Chauvin Found Guilty

Charlotte Leaders React To Chauvin's Guilty Verdict

Former Minneapolis Police Officer was found guilty in the death of George Floyd.

On the Road with James: Carolina Raptor Center

Located inside the Latta Preserve in Charlotte, NC, the Carolina Raptor Center is a vital resource for treating sick and injured birds who wouldn't otherwise survive in the wild.

FBI Warns Lowcountry And Pee Dee Residents Of Phone Scammers Impersonating Law Enforcement

Acting United States Attorney M. Rhett DeHart and Federal Bureau of Investigations Special Agent in Charge Susan Ferensic announced today that South Carolinians, particularly those in the Lowcountry and Pee Dee Region, should be on alert for scammers impersonating law enforcement to steal money and identities of victims.