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Rock Hill Celebrates Pride With First-Ever Festival

"Be Visible. Be Proud. Be You." The Mercantile hosts Rock Hill's first-ever Pride festival from June 24th to June 27th.

President Biden Targets Law-Breaking Gun Dealers In Anti-Crime Plan

President Joe Biden announced new efforts Wednesday to stem a rising national tide of violent crime, declaring the federal government is “taking on the bad actors doing bad things to our communities.”

Duck Donuts Launches Social Media Contest To Win 4-Night Beach Vacation In N.C.

Duck Donuts has partnered with Sanderling Resort in a sweepstakes to give one lucky guest the chance to win a four-night stay at the beachfront resort in Duck, North Carolina.

Michael Bublé To Perform At The Spectrum Center In Charlotte

Four-time Grammy-winning artist Michael Bublé is set to perform at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte on August 17th.

Blowing Rock Police Search For 2 Suspects Wanted For Armed Robbery

Blowing Rock Police are asking for the public's help identifying two men allegedly involved in an armed robbery that occurred Tuesday morning.

Belmont Woman Pleads Guilty To Stealing Money For Third Time

A Belmont woman has pleaded guilty to charges that she stole money from her employer, the third time in a decade that she has been accused of embezzling funds from her job, prosecutors said.

Elton John Adds Dates To Final Tour, Including Show At Bank Of America Stadium

Elton John has announced the final dates for his farewell tour, which includes a stop at Bank of America Stadium next September.

As NC Jobless Rate Keeps Falling, People Seeking Work Drops

North Carolina’s unemployment rate fell for the eighth consecutive month in May, the state Department of Commerce announced on Wednesday. The reduction appeared largely connected to a decline in the number of people actively seeking work.

CMPD: 25-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder In West Charlotte Homicide Case

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has charged a 25-year-old man in a February homicide investigation where one person was killed in a west Charlotte home.

‘Super-hero’ In Spider-Man Outfit Meets Pope At Vatican

While Pope Francis is usually the star at Vatican gatherings, Spider-Man, or at least an Italian who dresses up like the character, was the attention-grabber among the public lined up in rows during the pontiff’s weekly Wednesday audience.

47 Million Americans To Travel For Independence Day

Travel continues to rebound after a year-long pandemic. AAA forecasts travel volumes for Independence Day will be the second-highest on record; nearing the highs set in 2019.

The Snark: Surgery Advice, Flag Confusion, & The World of Weird

Your daily dose of reality TV Snark and some weird news stories with Derek James.

York County Man Gets 20 Years For Voyeurism, Exploitation Of A Minor

A York County man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the sexual exploitation of minors and voyeurism.

How Should Universities Handle Getting College Students To Get Vaccinated?

Edge: Students Sue University Over Vaccination Policy

Students at Indiana University have filed a federal lawsuit claiming the school is violating their rights and the state's passport law.

Lumbee Tribal Leaders Speak Out Against School’s Mascot

Members of the Lumbee Tribal Council are calling for a Gaston County high school to remove a mascot and logo that they call an inaccurate and derogatory representation of Native American people.

Pleasant Stretch of Dry and Sunny Weather

High pressure will bring below-average temps and dry weather back to the forecast.

One Year Later, Community Honors Victims Killed In Mass Shooting, Leaders Push CMPD To Solve Case

Hundreds turned out for a silent memorial walk Tuesday on Beatties Ford Road to honor four victims killed on June 22, 2020.

Senate Republicans Block Election Reform Bill Intended to Counter New Voting Laws in Several States

In Washington, Senate Republicans have blocked efforts to pass an election reform bill. Democrats fell short of the 60 votes needed to open debate on the "For the People Act."

American Airlines Cutting Flights As Summer Season Starts

American Airlines will cut hundreds of flights over the next three weeks to avoid overloading its operation as demand for summer air travel rises faster than once expected.

8 Ways To Get The Most Out Of The Farmers Market With Kids

If there’s one terrific way to get kids interested in trying new foods, understanding where food comes from, and choosing produce over chips (at least some of the time), it’s a trip to the farmers market.

Boy Misidentified As Black Player’s Son, League Apologizes

The commissioner of the National Women’s Soccer League has apologized to a Black player for a North Carolina team for a broadcast that misidentified a boy at her game as her 9-year-old son.