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Biden Betting On Wage Growth, While GOP Warns Of Inflation

The Biden administration recently gave a bit of simple advice to businesses that are unable to find workers: Offer them more money.

CMPD: 2 People Killed In Fatal West Charlotte Crash

Charlotte Mecklenburg detectives say both the driver and passenger of a Honda were killed early Saturday morning after crashing their car in west Charlotte.

Man Fatally Shot In Southwest Charlotte, Homicide Investigation Underway

Charlotte Mecklenburg detectives have identified 16-year-old Elijah Riggan as the gunshot victim in this case.

Drivers Can Now Travel On New I-77 Bridge In York County

Construction on the I-77 southbound bridge over the Catawba River in York County is ahead of schedule with two southbound lanes opening for travel Friday afternoon, state transportation officials say.

A New Reason To Swipe Right? Dating Apps Adding Vax Badges

The White House is pushing a new reason to swipe right: vaccination badges and “super swipes” for people who’ve gotten their coronavirus shots.

Bojangles Coliseum COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic To Remain Open Through June

Health officials say due to ongoing demand at Bojangles Coliseum, StarMed will continue to offer drive-thru COVID-19 vaccinations through the end of June.

Coming Soon: Trolley Barn Fermentory & Food Hall in South End

Unique beers and exploratory cocktail recipes aren’t the only experimental elements on tap at Trolley Barn Fermentory & Food Hall. The soon-to-open venue will host not only one food menu concept like a traditional restaurant, but multiple, offering guests a dynamic and diverse dining experience via three food stations each offering their own distinct cuisine.

Actor Danny Masterson Must Stand Trial On 3 Rape Charges

A judge on Friday said “That ’70s Show” actor Danny Masterson must stand trial on three counts of rape after hearing days of dramatic and emotional testimony from three women who said he attacked them in 2001 and 2003.

Governor Cooper Issues Executive Order Changing Requirements For Unemployment Benefits In N.C.

Governor Cooper says anyone claiming unemployment benefits in North Carolina will be required to fulfill new work search requirements beginning June 6th under his executive order.

Convicted Sex Offender Facing Over 20 Charges In Iredell County

A Mooresville man is facing over 20 charges after an investigation into a report concerning someone being in possession of child porn, according to the Iredell County Sheriff's Office.

Charlotte Hornets And Food Lion Feeds Distributing 3,000 Backpacks For Children Facing Food Insecurity

The Charlotte Hornets and Official Hunger Relief Partner Food Lion Feeds are distributing 3,000 backpacks to local children facing food insecurity that include eight nutritious, ready-to-eat food items for weekends or holidays when school meals are not available.

Carowinds Reopens & Camp Snoopy Defeats Derek

“We’re gonna need clean-up.” The Rising crew got to check out Carowinds before it reopens this weekend and Camp Snoopy got the best of Derek. He survived. He did not thrive. Carowinds will open for the 2021 Season on Saturday, May 22.

Charlotte Man Sues Over Fumes From South Carolina Mill

A pulp and paper mill in South Carolina emits fumes that smells like rotten eggs and which nearby residents say have caused headaches and sore throats, a Charlotte homeowner says in a lawsuit.

Deputies: Morganton Man Arrested, Charged For Shooting Neighbor

A 61-year-old Morganton man has been arrested after shooting his neighbor Thursday afternoon, according to Burke County deputies.

Fitness Friday: Time Under Tension with Team MLP

Get up and move - it's Fitness Friday!

The Snark: Diarrhea Lies, Vanderpump Flies & Thunder Thighs

The Snark: Plasma & Diarrhea Lies, Vanderpump Flies & Thunder-thighs

A faceoff over plasma lies leads to the bathroom for a "Real Housewife" while an alum is in trouble for a dirty product. Derek also talks about the Megamillions and some weird news from Russia.

CMPD: Missing 80-Year-Old South Charlotte Man Located

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department says the 80-year-old man that was reported missing from south Charlotte has been located.

Two Possible Tropical Systems Could Develop this Weekend

Potential for two tropical systems to develop in the next 24-36 hours.

Hidden Gems of CLT: Davis General Store

WCCB Charlotte’s Alexandra Elich visits Davis General Store on this week’s Hidden Gems of CLT.

Humane Society Of Charlotte Partners With Freedom Schools To Tackle Bullying Among Charlotte Youth

The Humane Society of Charlotte (HSC) is teaming up with Freedom School Partners (FSP) of Charlotte to implement the No More Bullying Program to benefit Charlotte youth. The anti-bullying program will be provided to 400 Charlotte scholars during the 2021 summer enrichment session.