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SC Gov: $6 Mil In COVID-19 Money Going To Free Computer Labs

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster said Tuesday he will spend $6 million in discretionary COVID-19 relief funds on free community computer labs near broadband deserts statewide.

BTS Condemns Anti-Asian Racism, Says They've Experienced It

K-pop superstar group BTS has condemned racism against Asians, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in a statement saying they’ve experienced it themselves.

North Carolina Eviction Moratorium Extended To June 30

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper announced Tuesday a three-month extension of the statewide eviction moratorium that had been set to expire at the end of March.

Easter Treats: Peeps Race Cars & Peeps S'mores Dip

Easter treats featuring a holiday staple - Peeps!

Jelly Bean Jewelry

We're getting crafty for Easter with this cute and easy jelly bean jewelry!

The Snark: Confused Queens & Brits, Getting Rid of Junk and Finding a Canal

On Summer House, Kyle cries over a spilled Passion Fruit Guava Spritzer. The queens are confused about an idiom, while the Brits don't know sexy.

Strong Storms Bringing Heavy Rain and Damaging Wind

A strong cold front will bring the threat for damaging wind, localized flooding and isolated tornadoes to the region today.

‘Lucky’ Mecklenburg County Man Scores Second Lottery Prize In Two Years

Michael Ferri of Charlotte is a previous $1 million lottery winner, and last week his good fortune delivered again, winning him a $100,000 Millionaire Maker prize.

Pfizer Says Its COVID-19 Vaccine Protects Younger Teens

Pfizer announced Wednesday that its COVID-19 vaccine is safe and strongly protective in kids as young as 12, a step toward possibly beginning shots in this age group before they head back to school in the fall.

New "Equitable Market" Looks to Fight Food Insecurity in Rowan County

Fighting food insecurity. That's the goal of a new "equitable market" in Rowan County. It sells fresh and locally sourced fruit, vegetables, and meat at price tiers based on customers' income.

Rain with Possible Strong Storms on Wednesday

Wet, dry, cold, then warm. A little bit of everything over the next week.

Man Arrested For Shooting Beloved Dog Multiple Times At Betsey's Ole Country Store In Caldwell County

A man has been arrested on a felony animal cruelty charge after investigators say he shot and killed a dog at Betsey's Ole Country Store in Caldwell County.

Easter Craft: Jelly Bean Jewelry

We love Easter candy so much, we decided to wear it. We're making easy, kid-friendly Jelly Bean Jewelry!

CMPD: Two Juveniles Shot In Northwest Charlotte

Two juveniles were seriously injured in a drive-by shooting in northwest Charlotte, according to police.

Joshua Hunsucker Burning Personal Property

Gaston County Man Accused Of Killing Wife With Eye Drops Arrested For Allegedly Setting Fire Inside Medical Helicopter

A former paramedic accused of using eye drops to kill his wife for life insurance money is now facing charges of setting equipment inside a medical helicopter on fire while it was flying over Charlotte.

Statesville Police Arrest Four Kidnapping Suspects After Teen Taken To Florida

Four people are facing multiple charges in connection to kidnapping after a 15-year-old girl was taken to Florida from Statesville, according to police.

Nc Lawmakers To Introduce Package Of Lgbtq Inclusive Bills

Democrats Renew Call For North Carolina To Pass LGBT Package

North Carolina Democratic lawmakers unveiled four bills on Tuesday they say are aimed at ensuring LGBTQ residents have greater legal protections.

Stock Trading App Robinhood To Bring Hundreds Of Jobs To Charlotte In Expansion

California-based stock trading firm Robinhood is expanding operations to Charlotte which will create nearly 400 new jobs in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced Tuesday.

'Round Town with Rising: Belmont

Get out, see the sights, ride ‘Round Town with Rising! Each Tuesday and Thursday we scope out a surprise spot around our city. The latest locale: Belmont!