Full Wolf Moon
The moon will quickly change to a third-quarter moon by February 4th.Β
Weekend Weather View with Kaitlin
Weekend Weather View with Kaitlin Week 2 in Charlotte.
Cicely Tyson, Groundbreaking Award-Winning Actor, Dies At 96
Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropperβs wife in βSounder,β a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched TV viewersβ hearts in βThe Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman,β died Thursday at age 96.
CMPD: Interstate 485 Temporarily Shut Down After Fatal Crash
Officials with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department say Interstate 485 outer loop near Interstate 77 in Mecklenburg County is temporarily shut down as detectives conduct a traffic fatality investigation.
Former Panthers Head Coach Ron Rivera Is Cancer Free
Former Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera is officially cancer free, according to his daughter Courtney Rivera.
President Biden Opens Sign-Up Window For Uninsured In Time Of COVID-19
President Joe Biden on Thursday ordered government health insurance markets to reopen for a special sign-up window, offering uninsured Americans a haven as the spread of COVID-19 remains dangerously high and vaccines arenβt yet widely available.
Boone Police Charge A Man For Breaking & Entering At A Local Steakhouse
Officers with the Boone Police Department say Bryan Davis, 49, of Boone was arrested after breaking into a local steakhouse and stealing a large amount of money.
National Weather Service Confirms EF-0 Tornado in Tallahassee
A tornado with winds approaching 85 miles per hour touched down in Florida's capital early on Wednesday, damaging its airport and taking the local radar system offline briefly.
CMPD Asking For Public's Help Identifying Two Armed Robbery Suspects
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for the publicβs help in identifying two suspects accused of armed robbery at a business last Thursday evening.
Tennis Star Naomi Osaka Invests In NC Courage Soccer Club
Three-time Grand Slam singles champion Naomi Osaka has invested in the North Carolina Courage of the National Womenβs Soccer League, citing a desire to support women as role models and leaders.
Salisbury VA Medical Center To Host Mass COVID-19 Vaccination Event
The Salisbury VA Medical Center will host a mass COVID-19 vaccination event with the goal of vaccinating 1,000 veterans over two days.
South Carolina Senate Passes Bill Outlawing Most Abortions
The South Carolina Senate on Thursday passed a bill that would outlaw almost all abortions in the state, overcoming years of hurdles thanks to Republican winning new seats in last yearβs elections.
Virus Variant From South Africa Detected In US For 1st Time
A new coronavirus variant identified in South Africa has been found in the United States for the first time, with two cases diagnosed in South Carolina, state health officials said Thursday.
Charlotte Trio Supports Homeless People During Pandemic
Once a month, Magena Morris, Tyler Bone and Nic White bring racks loaded with clothes into Charlotteβs largest homeless encampment and invite residents to shop at no cost.
Blue Cross NC, Charlotte Motor Speedway And Latin American Chamber Of Commerce Of Charlotte To Provide 6,000 Meals At Food Distribution Event Today
Blue Cross NC, Charlotte Motor Speedway and Latin American Chamber of Commerce of Charlotte to provide 6,000 meals at food distribution event today from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The event supports the fight against food insecurity in the Latino community exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic
Gastonia Police Arrest Suspect In Dangerous Road Rage Case
Detectives say 23-year-old Milton Edwards Jr. of Cleveland County has been arrested and charged for his involvement in an aggravated assault involving two drivers that occurred on January 13th.
Hidden Gems of CLT: Felix Empanadas
What are you missing in your favorite neighborhood? WCCB CharlotteβsΒ Alexandra ElichΒ explores tucked away spots, historic businesses, and secret gardens in the middle of our bustling city.
New Report Finds Charlotte Drivers Lose $2K/year due to Poor Roads & Traffic Congestion
Getting stuck in traffic and dealing with rough roads isn't just frustrating. It's costing you money! A new study finds drivers in Charlotte are losing nearly $2,000 a year.
South Carolina Health Officials Warn Public Of Possible COVID-19 Vaccine-Related Scams
Health officials warn South Carolina residents looking to get their vaccine to be aware of scammers targeting COVID-19 vaccine seekers, as they are looking to steal private information or money.Β
School Delays And Closures Due To Inclement Weather For Thursday, January 28th
Several schools in the WCCB viewing area will be operating on a delay due to inclement weather concerns. View full details on the expected weather by clicking here.
CMPD: Pedestrian Killed In A Fatal Hit-And-Run In Northwest Charlotte, 1 Woman Charged
Detectives with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department say 33-year-old Cynthia Marcano has been charged for her involvement in the death of David Mercurius.
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper Extends Modified Stay-At-Home Order
Governor Roy Cooper says the North Carolina Modified Stay-At-Home Order will be extended until at least Sunday, February 28th, requiring people to stay home from 10 p.m. until 5 a.m.
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