Live Music Events Around Town | PHOTOS
If there is one thing better than music... it's live music! WCCB has last minute plans for anyone feeling the itch to get outside this weekend and jam out.
Robert E. Lee Statue Removed In Charlottesville
A Confederate monument that helped spark a violent white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, has been hoisted off its stone pedestal.
Troopers: Driver Dies After Being Struck By An 18-Wheeler In York County
Troopers are investigating a fatal collision between a tractor trailer truck and a Honda that left one driver dead and a passenger with serious injuries on Friday.
CMPD: Driver Faces Charges In Fatal South Charlotte Hit-And-Run
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say a Honda driver is facing charges for his involvement in a fatal collision in south Charlotte where he fled the scene.
African American Spelling Bee Champ Makes History With Flair
Zaila Avant-garde understood the significance of what she was doing as she stood on the Scripps National Spelling Bee stage, peppering pronouncer Jacques Bailly with questions about Greek and Latin roots.
Sheriff: Mecklenburg Co. Detention Officer Fired For Assaulting Inmate
Sheriff Garry McFadden says a former Mecklenburg County Detention Officer was fired on Friday for assaulting an inmate back in May.
Charlotte Man Convicted For His Role In A String Of Armed Robberies, Federal Authorities Say
A federal jury in Charlotte has convicted 38-year-old Ron Garland for his role in several armed robberies, attempted robberies, and related firearm offenses.
North Carolina GOP Senate Candidate Pat McCrory Raises $1.2M
Republican North Carolina U.S. Senate candidate Pat McCrory on Thursday announced he raised more than $1.2 million in his first fundraising period since he entered the primary in April.
Registered Lincoln County Sex Offender Found Guilty For 2019 Sexual Assault
A 56-year-old Lincolnton man was found guilty by a Lincoln County Superior Court jury in connection with a sexual assault that happened in 2019.
Man Charged With Attempted Murder In Union County Shooting
A man has been charged with attempted murder after a Monroe shooting Monday.
Marilyn Manson Surrenders On New Hampshire Assault Warrant
Rocker Marilyn Manson surrendered to police in Los Angeles last week in connection with a 2019 arrest warrant out of New Hampshire where he allegedly assaulted a videographer at a concert, authorities said.
N.C. Health Officials Urge Parents To Get Kids Up To Date With Vaccines
North Carolina health officials are urging parents to get their kids up to date on immunizations as the state continues to open up.
26-Year-Old Charlotte Man Charged For Murder In Kannapolis Homicide Investigation
A 26-year-old Charlotte man has been arrested for murder in connection to a Kannapolis homicide case that happened on July 3, according to police.
35-Year-Old York County Man Found Dead, Homicide Investigation Underway
A York County homicide investigation is underway after a Clover man was found dead in a home late Wednesday, according to deputies.
Concord Fire Truck Involved In Crash While Responding To Call
Four Concord firefighters and a truck driver were injured in a wreck involving a Concord fire truck Friday afternoon, according to authorities.
Sanitation Worker Killed While Picking Up Debris On I-77 In York County Identified
Troopers say a sanitation worker was killed after being hit by a vehicle on I-77 in York County while picking up debris.Β The incident happened just before 1:30am on I-77 Northbound near exit 89, which is approximately five miles north of Fort Mill.
Humane Society Of Charlotte Offers $25 Adoption Fees For Adult Cats And Dogs Through BISSELL Pet Foundation's Empty The Shelters Campaign
The Humane Society of Charlotte will offer $25 adoption fees for adult dogs (1 year or older and over 20 lbs) and $25 adoption fees for all adult cats today through Sunday. All interested adopters can request an adoption appointment at adoptcharlotte.org
Pfizer To Seek OK For 3rd Vaccine Dose; Shots Still Protect
Pfizer is about to seek U.S. authorization for a third dose of its COVID-19 vaccine, saying Thursday that another shot within 12 months could dramatically boost immunity and maybe help ward off the latest worrisome coronavirus mutant.
Vaccinated Teachers And Students Donβt Need Masks, CDC Says
Vaccinated teachers and students donβt need to wear masks inside school buildings, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday in relaxing its COVID-19 guidelines.
Scattered Storms to Start the Weekend
Dry to start the day but a coldΒ front will bring late afternoon rain and storms.
UNC, Florida, Michigan, OU To Play In Jumpman Invitational
The Charlotte Sports Foundation has announced a three-year deal with Jordan Brand to host the Jumpman Invitational, a holiday college basketball event featuring North Carolina, Florida, Michigan and Oklahoma β the original four schools to sign a partnership with Jordan Brand.
Rising Talks with Scripps National Spelling Bee Finalist Sreethan Gajula
Spelling is easy as A-B-C, 1-2-3 for one local teen from Union County - who's headed to the Scripps National Spelling Bee Finals
