Violent storms spawn tornadoes and kill 6 in South and Midwest
Violent storms and tornadoes tore through cities from Oklahoma to Indiana during what could be a record-setting period of deadly weather and flooding.
Top sporting events in and around Charlotte this week | April 3-April 9
Need plans? See what the Queen City has to offer this week whether that's Charlotte FC, the Hornets or Wingate athletics. Click through the gallery to see all the sporting events happening in and around Charlotte each week.
Up 'n Adam: Catawba Ridge High School Newscast
Adam Wurtzel went to Catawba Ridge High School to learn about their Emmy award winning Newscast.
Dow drops 1,400 as US stocks lead worldwide sell-off after Trump's tariffs cause a COVID-like shock
Financial markets around the world are reeling following President Donald Trumpβs latest and most severe set of tariffs, and the U.S. stock market is taking the worst of it so far.
New content creator program helps creatives turn passion into a profession
Content creation is booming and the Noda Art House will soon be home to a program that will equip aspiring content creators with hands-on training, mentorship and the business skills to launch their career.Β
Duke Energy moving massive transformer overnight, early morning traffic delays possible
Duke Energy is moving a massive transformer from Charlotte to the Cowans Ford Hydro Station on Lake Norman. The move started Wednesday at 9PM in Charlotte and is expected to reach Cowans Ford in the early morning hours of Thursday.
Experts say sleeping with a stuffed animal can help you get better sleep
Stuffed animals aren't necessarily just for kids. Experts say adults can sleep with them, too, and some think it might even be a good thing.
Rock Hill Planning Commission urges City to rezone property formerly held by Carolina Panthers
The City of Rock wants to find a new owner for a property that once belonged to the Carolina Panthers. The Rock Hill Planning Commission voted unanimously during a meeting Tuesday to recommend that 215 acres of land at 2394 Eden Terrace.Β
Firefighters rescue dog twice
A dog rescued from the South Carolina wildfires now has a new owner. Officials say emergency responders found her near an active fire line last month and named her Ember.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police announce major break in 1993 Christmas Day cold case
A major break in a sex assault cold case from Christmas Day 1993. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police detectives have identified the suspect in that assault as 48-year-old Tony Leslie.
FBI says fight at Ardrey Kell High School was not a hate crime
Local and federal law enforcement say a fight between a 15-year-old boy and girl on the Ardrey Kell High School campus was not a hate crime. The boy's family says they've been dealing with death threats since the incident.
Tornadoes damage homes and power lines as storms wallop Midwest and South
Tornadoes and violent storms struck parts of the South and Midwest on Wednesday, knocking down power lines and trees, ripping roofs off homes and shooting debris thousands of feet into the air.
Healthy Charlotte Alliance hosts "One Pill Can Kill: Raising Awareness Around the Fentanyl Crisis" event
An important community conversation about fentanyl was hosted in Charlotte Tuesday. A panel made up of doctors, a police officer, a nurse who battled addiction herself and a mom who lost a son to fentanyl poisoning talked to a crowd of about 125 people at Myers Park Presbyterian Church.
The world reacts with caution to US 'reciprocal' tariffs against dozens of nations
The reciprocal tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump have initially been met with measured reactions from key trading partners, highlighting the lack of appetite for a full-fledged trade war.
Helene hurricane name retired by World Meteorological Organization
Helene, which killed at least 249 people across the Southeastern United States, was one of three 2024 Atlantic hurricane names to be retired.
Tesla sales tumble 13% as Musk backlash, competition and aging lineup turn off buyers
Tesla sales fell 13% in the first three months of the year, another sign that Elon Muskβs once high-flying car company is struggling to attract buyers.
Clouds carry into Thursday, near-record heat ahead
An isolated heavy storm or two is possible Wednesday evening, but rain chances largely remain at bay as highs sharply rise over the next three days.
Trump announces sweeping 'reciprocal' tariffs to promote US manufacturing
President Donald Trump has announced plans for sweeping tariffs, saying βour country has been looted, pillaged, raped, plunderedβ by other nations.
AutoFair at Charlotte Motor Speedway this weekend
Charlotte Motor Speedway's jam-packed AutoFair is this weekend that will bring historic car displays, races, and entertainment.
Pet of the Week: Meet Maple!
In this Pet of the Week, CMPD Animal Care & Control is featuring Maple! Maple is a year old and very dog and kid friendly! Watch to find out how to give her a furever home.
Nik Graves leaving Charlotte for Creighton, Aztecs' 7-footer Magoon Gwath takes name out of portal
Nik Graves will transfer to Creighton after leading Charlotte in scoring this season.
Musk could be headed for a Washington exit after turbulent times at Trump's DOGE
Elon Musk and President Donald Trump have recently suggested that the billionaire entrepreneur's time in the administration might be running out.
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