Abandoned Building Goes Up In Flames In East Charlotte
Charlotte Fire officials say their crews are battling a three-alarm fire in east Charlotte after a commercial building went up into flames around 6:20 p.m. on Friday.
Oscar Winner, 'Sound Of Music' Star Christopher Plummer Dies
Christopher Plummer, the dashing award-winning actor who played Captain von Trapp in the film βThe Sound of Musicβ and at 82 became the oldest Academy Award acting winner in history, has died. He was 91.
New Agreement Allows More Vehicles To Travel In I-77 Express Lanes
Transit officials say as part of a pilot program between NCDOT and Interstate 77 Mobility Partners more vehicles such as delivery trucks, small business trucks, and work trailers can begin using the express lane on I-77 starting February 8th.
Potential Wintry Mix Late Saturday for Charlotte
There's potential to see a wintry mix late Saturday as far south as the I-85 corridor.
Super Bowl Sunday Or COVID Super Spreader
Super Bowl Sunday or COVID super spreader? New data shows more than 40 percent of people plan to watch the game with a group outside their immediate family.
Senate Approves Budget Bill As Harris Casts Tie-Breaker Vote
The Senate early Friday approved a measure that would let Democrats muscle President Joe Bidenβs $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief plan through the chamber without Republican support. Vice President Kamala Harris was in the chair to cast the tie-breaking vote, her first.
Police: 3 Officers Shot During Standoff In North Carolina
Three officers in High Point, North Carolina were shot during an overnight standoff in which police said a man barricaded himself inside a home.
More Breweries Release 'Court Shoes Only' IPA To Benefit ACEing Autism Charlotte
This year's Queen City Brewers Festival comes in the form of a collaboration beer to benefit ACEing Autism Charlotte. From Salisbury to Rock Hill, Monroe to Gastonia, 42 breweries (and counting) have each brewed their own spin on Court Shoes Only Double IPA - available at most participating breweries now!
Spotlight on Black Women Owned Business: Charlotte Fit
"Keeping the Queen Strong."Β The tagline of Charlotte Fit is more than a nod to the Queen City.Β Owner Taylor Calamese has spent the last 7 years boosting the health and confidence of local women.Β Since 2014, Charlotte Fit, formerly TC Lifestyle Fitness, has been an inclusive, boutique gym, offering customized personal training and nutrition coaching for the modern woman.Β "The big thing that separates our gym from other gyms is that it's very small personal training, only 1-4 people max at our small group training sessions," says Calamese.
Concord Police Release Information On Year Long Drug Investigation
Officers with the Concord Police Department's Special Operations Division say 59 people have been charged on 140 criminal charges after a year long investigation aimed at finding those responsible for distributing narcotics in the City of Concord.
Weekend Weather View with Kaitlin
The biggest annual sporting event in the United States is this Sunday! Super Bowl Sunday! Whether you're staying in or having a BBQ, our weather looks decent through the weekend.
Dem-Led House, Drawing A Line, Kicks Greene Off Committees
A fiercely divided House tossed Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene off both her committees Thursday, an unprecedented punishment that Democrats said sheβd earned by spreading hateful and violent conspiracy theories.
Detectives Say Police Chase Turned Serious Accident After Wanted Vehicle Located
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police say one person fled from officers in their car and crashed in east Charlotte, after officers attempted to stop the wanted vehicle for its involvement in a violent crime.
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper Calls For COVID-19 Relief Funds In Budget Proposal
Governor Roy Cooper shared a plan on Thursday for allocating federal COVID-19 relief funds and investing state resources for immediate needs in North Carolina, including giving one-time bonuses to educators.
South Carolina Senate, Governor Split On Teacher COVID Vaccines
A group of South Carolina senators, including the Republican leader, wants teachers sent to the front of the line to get COVID-19 vaccines so students can get back in school buildings full-time.
CATS Provides Free Transit For COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments At Bojangles Coliseum
CATS officials say starting Wednesday the transit system will provide a free direct bus service to Bojangles Coliseum for any eligible community members scheduled to get their coronavirus vaccination.Β
Not Child's Play: Chucky Doll Featured In Errant Amber Alert
Rest assured, βChuckyβ is not on the loose.
Catawba County Man Finds Lucky Penny, Wins $250,000 Top Prize
A stop for gas led Christopher Wray of Maiden to a lucky penny and the first $250,000 top prize in the new 20X The Cash game.
Sitting On Billions, Catholic Dioceses Amassed Taxpayer Aid
When the coronavirus forced churches to close their doors and give up Sunday collections, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte turned to the federal governmentβs signature small business relief program for more than $8 million.
House Dems Ask Trump To Testify Under Oath In Senate Trial
House Democrats on Thursday asked former President Donald Trump to testify under oath for his Senate impeachment trial.
NC Lawmakers Pass COVID Relief, Advance K-12 Reopening Bill
North Carolina lawmakers on Thursday unanimously approved a coronavirus relief bill that sends federal money approved by Congress in December to schools for reopening, public health officials distributing the vaccine and residents struggling to pay their rent.
Iredell County Assistant Principal Charged With Sexual Exploitation Of Minor
An elementary school assistant principal in Iredell County has been accused and charged for committing a sex crime against a child, Iredell-Statesville Schools officials announced Thursday.
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