Sen. Thom Tillis Says He Has Had Surgery For Prostate Cancer
U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis said Thursday he has undergone surgery for prostate cancer and looks forward to returning to his Senate duties soon.
Rapper-Actor DMX, Known For Gruff Delivery, Dead At 50
DMX, the raspy-voiced hip-hop artist who produced the songs βRuff Rydersβ Anthemβ and βParty Up (Up in Here)β and who rapped with a trademark delivery that was often paired with growls, barks and βWhat!β as an ad-lib, has died, according to a statement from his family. He was 50.
Community Pulls Together to Save Dogs During Aprilβs Heartworm Awareness Month
CMPD Animal Care & Control is kicking off a fundraising and education campaign during April Heartworm Awareness Month to help pet owners protect their pets and raise funds to treat heartworm-positive dogs in the shelter.
Previewing Day & Night Cereal Bar Before the Grand Opening
It's a bar you can take the kids to - a cereal bar!
Fitness Friday: Hula Hooping the Day Away
Lots of people were looking for new outlets during the pandemic lockdowns - and many found hula hooping to be a great way to stay active and get some exercise.
Prince Philip, Husband Of Queen Elizabeth II, Dies At 99
Prince Philip, the irascible and tough-minded husband of Queen Elizabeth II who spent more than seven decades supporting his wife in a role that both defined and constricted his life, has died, Buckingham Palace said Friday. He was 99.
Stormy End to Workweek, Beginning of Weekend
The sunshine has been nice, but we're back to business with storm chances increasing over the next 48 hours.
Charlotte Symphony Invites Audiences Back To Belk Theater
The Charlotte Symphony announced on Thursday that they will welcome audiences to watch performances in-person once again at the Belk Theater on April 24th and May 14th-15th.
Volunteers Needed For Litter Sweep In Alexander County This April
Local volunteers are being called upon to pick up litter across Alexander County in the statewide effort in North Carolina titled the "Litter Sweep" from April 10th to April 24th.
U.S. Suicides Dropped Last Year, Defying Pandemic Expectations
The number of U.S. suicides fell nearly 6% last year amid the coronavirus pandemic β the largest annual decline in at least four decades, according to preliminary government data.
Virtual Art Gallery: Cat Babbie
Cat Babbie describes herself as a fiber artist inspired by color movement and patterns and says ever since she was a kid she knew being an artist would be a part of her identity.
UNC Charlotte Holds Day Of Remembrance On 2-Year Anniversary Of Campus Shooting
UNC Charlotte officials say on April 30th, 2021 all classes will be canceled as the university holds a day of remembrance to commemorate the two-year anniversary of the campus shooting that took the lives of two students, injured four classmates, and impacted all of Niner Nation.
Authorities: Charlotte Man Sentenced To 16 Years In Prison For Armed Robbery
Federal authorities say 20-year-old Ishmeel Chapman will serve 16 years in prison and three years of supervised release for his involvement in an armed robbery at a Dollar General in April of 2020.
Local Boutique Moxie Mercantile Opens 3rd Location In Matthews, N.C.
The popular Plaza Midwood and Davidson boutique, Moxie Mercantile, has announced the opening of a third and it's biggest store in downtown Matthews in May.
Carowinds To Hire 900 Seasonal Workers And Plans To Fill 60 Full-Time Roles - Adds $500 Bonuses For Seasonal Associates
Carowinds is offering bonuses for seasonal associates as it prepares to open for the 2021 season. In addition, the park is looking to hire approximately 900 seasonal associates and 60 full-time positions.
Biden Tightens Some Gun Controls, Says Much More Needed
President Joe Biden, in his first gun control measures since taking office, announced a half-dozen executive actions Thursday aimed at addressing a proliferation of gun violence across the nation that he called an βepidemic and an international embarrassment.β
CMPD: Detectives Investigate A Fatal Shooting In South Charlotte
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives have identified the victim in the south Charlotte shooting as 35-year-old Walter Livingston.
Man Who Was Wrongly Imprisoned For 44 Years Gets $750,000
A man who served nearly 44 years in prison for a crime he says he didnβt commit has received compensation from the state of North Carolina.
Hidden Gems of CLT: The Artisan's Palate
What are you missing in your favorite neighborhood? WCCB CharlotteβsΒ Alexandra ElichΒ explores tucked away spots, historic businesses, and secret gardens in the middle of our bustling city. On this weekβs Hidden Gems of Charlotte, Alex visits Artisan's Palate.
Authorities: NFL Player Phillip Adams Killed 5, Then Himself In York County
Former NFL player Phillip Adams fatally shot five people including a prominent doctor, his wife and their two grandchildren before later killing himself, authorities said Thursday.
Video Shows Dog Attacking Horse Carriage In Waxhaw
The driver of a horse-drawn carriage in North Carolina is being credited with helping steer the horse and passengers to safety after a dog repeatedly attacked the animal as it was pulling the cart.
Local Dentists See Increased Teeth Grinding Amid Pandemic
Stress and anxiety had led to more people grinding their teeth and clinching their jaw amid the pandemic. Dr. Drew Lyons of Smile Savvy Cosmetic Dentistry shares what to do to protect your smile.
