U.S. Army Has Hidden Or Downplayed Loss Of Firearms For Years
The U.S. Army has hidden or downplayed the extent to which its firearms disappear, significantly understating losses and thefts even as some weapons are used in street crimes.
Scorching Heat across the Western United States
Furnace creek holds the record for the hottest recorded temperature on Earth which was 134°. They will make a run at 130° this week.
Man Connected To Two Charlotte Murders Arrested For Killing Man In Union County
A Marshville man, that is connected to two Charlotte-area murders from April 2021, is now facing charges in Union County for the murder of a 33-year-old man.
Charlotte Hornets' LaMelo Ball Named NBA's Rookie Of The Year
ESPN officials say Charlotte Hornets' guard LaMelo Ball has been named NBA's Rookie of the Year for 2020-21.
Charlotte Region Home Sales Heat Up As New Listings Increase In May
As North Carolinians continue to adjust to reopening and a return to normal activities, residential real estate sales across the Charlotte region continue to heat up. According to Canopy MLS, sales in May 2021 rose 26.4 percent year-over-year.
Humane Society of Charlotte Collaborates to Brew A Special Fundraiser with NoDa Brewing Company
The Humane Society of Charlotte (HSC) will kick off a new fundraiser in collaboration with NoDa Brewing Company in July to raise money to support the mission of HSC. The online photo contest, Rescue Brew, will run through Saturday, July 31 and the winning pet photos will be announced on Friday, August 13.
Biden, Putin Set Consultations On Updating Nuclear Pact
Russian President Vladimir Putin says he and U.S. President Joe Biden agreed in a “constructive” summit Wednesday to return their nations’ ambassadors to their posts and begin negotiations to replace the last remaining treaty between the two countries limiting nuclear weapons.
Likely Tropical System To Impact Gulf, East Coast This Weekend
Regardless of development, heavy rain and gusty winds will impact the Gulf and East Coast from this weekend into early next week.
Anderson: QB Sam Darnold Has Different ‘Aura’ In Carolina
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Robby Anderson couldn’t help but notice a difference in Sam Darnold’s persona when he walked into Bank of America Stadium on Tuesday for the team’s mandatory three-day minicamp.
The Snark: Shots, Slides, Purse Candy, Women On Venus & Aaron Rodgers
A slipperly slope after "one shot" on "Below Deck Sailing Yacht," a candy girl on "Married to Medicine," and our cheesehead Snarkmaster finally weighs in on Aaron Rodgers vs The Packers.
Mecklenburg County Man ‘Multiplied The Love’ And Won A $100,000 Prize
A second-chance for luck just paid off for Burrell Cleveland Jr. of Matthews when his entry into a 2021 Multiply The Cash second-chance drawing won him the $100,000 top prize.
Pleasant Stretch, but Keeping an Eye on the Tropics
Pleasant few days. Keeping an eye on the Gulf.
Refreshing Air Dominates Midweek
Lower humidity dominates midweek, but it is short-lived so enjoy it!
19-Year-Old Driver Charged With DWI In Fatal East Charlotte Crash
A 19-year-old is facing multiple charges including DWI after a deadly east Charlotte crash on Monday night, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
Giant-Size Charlotte Mini-Con Coming in November
Fans of Heroes Convention won't have to wait much longer to get their comic convention fix. Heroes Aren't Hard to Find is hosting a 'Giant-Size' version of their long-running Charlotte Mini-Con this November 6th and 7th.
Sheriff’s Office: Man Already Jailed Charged In Rowan County Fatal Crash
A North Carolina man already jailed on a separate charge is now accused in connection with a single-vehicle crash which killed a man, according to a sheriff’s office.
AP: US Military Guns Lost, Stolen From North Carolina Bases
Military weapons including assault rifles and a light machine gun have been lost or stolen from bases in North Carolina.
NC Tax Revenue Soars, $6.5B Windfall Predicted By Mid-2023
North Carolina’s resurgent post-pandemic economy could put an additional $6.5 billion over the next two years into state government coffers already swollen with cash, state economists said Tuesday.
US COVID-19 Deaths Hit 600,000, Equal To Yearly Cancer Toll
The U.S. death toll from COVID-19 topped 600,000 on Tuesday, even as the vaccination drive has drastically brought down daily cases and fatalities and allowed the country to emerge from the gloom and look forward to summer.
Deputies: Maiden Man Charged In Fatal Stabbing
A 19-year-old Maiden man has been arrested and charged after a fatal stabbing that happened Monday night.
The Snark: Bachelorette, Fame Chasers, Bezos & Babies In Space & Spelling Bee Aces
Chasing fame on "The Bachelorette," Bezos & babies in space, free Taco Bell for vaccinations and the return of the National Spelling Bee.
Bojangles Heads to the Great State of Texas, with Stores Planned for Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth
Bojangles is on a mission to find out if even the made-from-scratch biscuits are bigger in Texas, so it’s opening up shop in two major cities in the Lone Star State.
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