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Hornets To Allow 5,000 Fans Starting This Week

The Charlotte Hornets will allow approximately 5,000 fans to attend NBA home games beginning March 26 against Miami, or about 25% percent of the Spectrum Center’s seating capacity.

NC House Members File Bill On Transgender Students In Sports

Several North Carolina Republican legislators have filed a bill that would block transgender women and girls from joining women’s high school and college athletic teams, joining the culture-war tussle that has swept several states.

Boulder Supermarket Shooter ID'd As 21-Year-Old Man

Police on Tuesday identified a 21-year-old man as the suspect in the killing of 10 people at a Boulder, Colorado, supermarket.

US: AstraZeneca May Have Used Outdated Info In Vaccine Trial

Results from a U.S. trial of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine may have included “outdated information” and that could mean the company provided an incomplete view of efficacy data, American federal health officials said early Tuesday.

More than 100 People Speak Out About Plan that Could Shape Future of Charlotte Neighborhoods

Debate is growing over a plan that could shape how Charlotte neighborhoods look in the decades to come. The 2040 plan would eliminate single-family only zoning in the Queen City.

Got Your COVID Vaccine? Krispy Kreme Will Give You A Free Doughnut For The Rest Of The Year

Have you received your COVID vaccine? If so, you could soon be on your way to gaining a few extra pounds thanks to Krispy Kreme. The company is offering people who are vaccinated against COVID-19 a free glazed doughnut for the rest of the year.

54-Year-Old Vale Man Arrested On Drug Charges

A 54-year-old Vale man has been arrested on a True Bill of Indictment involving drugs Sunday, according to Lincoln County deputies.

Catawba County Man Bags $1 Million ‘Bankroll’ Prize

On Saturday, Robert Drovie of Newton couldn’t believe his luck when his $1,000,000 Bankroll ticket revealed a top prize.

West Charlotte Homicide Investigation Underway

Charlotte-Mecklenburg police are investigating a west Charlotte homicide Monday afternoon.

AAA: Pump Prices In The Carolinas Finally Show Signs Of Stability

After weeks of seeing almost daily increases, gas price averages in the Carolinas are showing signs of stability, increasing by only one cent on the week.

New Germ-Zapping Robot Donated To Charlotte 49ers Athletic Department By Carolina Panthers

The Carolina Panthers and Xenex Disinfection Services, the world leader in ultraviolet (UV) light disinfection for hospitals, have partnered to donate a LightStrike Germ-Zapping Robot to the Charlotte 49ers Athletic Department.

University City Wine Fest To Feature Wine Tastings Around The Lake At Shoppes At University Place April 14th-18th

Crescent Communities University City Wine Fest will take place from April 14-18 with five boutique style wine tastings and activities at multiple locations around the lake and boardwalk at Shoppes at University Place.

Silver Alert Issued For Missing, Endangered 15-Year-Old Matthews Boy

The North Carolina Center for Missing Persons has issued a Silver Alert for a missing endangered 15-year-old from Matthews.

Solidarity Vigil Held at Marshall Park for Asian Community in Charlotte

People in Uptown Charlotte joined forces to stand against hate and racism on Sunday night. Community members gathered at Marshall Park for an Asian solidarity candlelight vigil.

POLITICAL WRAP: Crisis at Border after Surge in Migrants and Unaccompanied Children

A crisis at the border as a major surge in migrants strains resources. Nearly 9,300 unaccompanied children were detained last month.

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Make Egg-Citing Easter Plans In Charlotte

Don't worry, be hoppy WCCB has Easter plans for you and your family. Whether you choose to order-in or go-out, check out our list of restaurants in the Charlotte area offering mouthwatering meals and pre fixe brunch menus.

There Is Still Madness In The NCAAs, It's Just A Bit Quieter

No bands. No cheer squads. No packed buildings filled with neutral fans suddenly throwing their support behind a plucky double-digit underdog hoping to pull off an upset.

A Rapid COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout Backfired In Some U.S. States

Despite the clamor to speed up the U.S. vaccination drive against COVID-19 and get the country back to normal, the first three months of the rollout suggest faster is not necessarily better.

Police Investigate Shooting At Northlake Mall

CMPD: Juvenile Charged In Northlake Mall Shooting

Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives charged a juvenile suspect with attempted murder following a shooting at Northlake Mall on Saturday.

Police Open Investigation After A Man Was Shot And Killed In Salisbury

Officers with the Salisbury Police Department say a man was shot and killed on Sunday.

Rallies In Atlanta, Nation Against Hate After Spa Shootings

A diverse crowd gathered Saturday near the Georgia state Capitol to demand justice for the victims of recent shootings at massage businesses and to denounce racism, xenophobia and misogyny.