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Coronavirus Upends Conventions, Changes TV Coverage

The Democratic and Republican conventions will lack for crowds but not television coverage.

Charlotte Woman Celebrates 116th Birthday, Community Commemorates Incredible Milestone

A Charlotte woman known as the oldest woman in the United States is celebrating her 116th birthday Saturday, August 15th.

Over $700,000 Raised In Memory Of 5-Year-Old Boy Who Was Fatally Shot

More than $700,000 has been raised for the funeral service expenses of a slain 5-year-old boy in Wilson whose death has captured national attention.

Panthers Sign 'Hard Knocks' Andrew Vollert To Roster

The Panthers signed tight end Andrew Vollert and wide receivers Tommylee Lewis and Marken Michel on Sunday.

Charlotte Business Owners Say Creativity, Community Helped Eatery Survive Pandemic

The owners of a South End eatery say their creativity and connection to the community helped them survive during the pandemic.

POLITICAL WRAP: DNC Preview; Mail-In Ballot Concerns

The virtual Democratic National Convention gets underway on Monday. So what will the message be? And how will Democrats keep the excitement up at a virtual event? And the debate over the post office and mail-in voting.

New Push On Training Officers How To Stop Abuse In Own Ranks

Despite policies on the books for years that require officers across the United States to stop colleagues from using excessive force, there has been little or no effort to teach officers how to intervene, law enforcement officials and experts say.

CMPD: Detectives Charge A Father For The Fatal Accidental Shooting Of A Two-Year-Old

CMPD detectives charged Antonio Cureton, 24, for the wrongful death of his two-year-old son Amor Cureton, according to a news release.

House Dems Summon Postal Leaders To Hearing On Mail Delays

The Democratic-run House on Sunday demanded that leaders of the U.S. Postal Service testify at an emergency oversight hearing Aug. 24 on mail delays as concerns grow that the Trump White House is trying to undermine the agency during the coronavirus pandemic while states expand mail-in voting options for the November presidential election.

Trump Announces A New Doctor For His COVID-19 Task Force Amidst Controversy

President Donald Trump has found a new doctor for his coronavirus task force — and this time there’s no daylight between them.

Union County Sheriff's Office Say A Deputy Was Killed In An Off Duty Motorcycle Accident

Sheriff Eddie Cathey says Deputy Sheriff Christopher Scott Horne, 50, was killed in a motorcycle accident when he was off duty on Saturday, August 15th.

Oldest Living American Celebrates 116th Birthday In Charlotte

The oldest living American is celebrating another birthday in Charlotte.

Homes With Grandparents Weigh Virus Risks As School Starts

Zita Robinson, who’s 77 and diabetic, has been careful around her granddaughter since the coronavirus pandemic took hold.

South Carolina Troopers Investigate A Death Of A Dirt Bike Rider

South Carolina troopers investigate a fatal single-vehicle collision on private property off Sonoco Road leaving one man dead, according to a news release.

Hungry? Check Out Optimist Hall For An Array Of Food Options

Located in the Optimist Park neighborhood between Uptown and Noda, this food hall features numerous vendors and retail stores.

South Carolina Reports 104,874 Confirmed Cases And 2,156 Deaths

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced 986 new confirmed cases and 22 new probable cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19, 51 additional confirmed deaths and 6 new probable deaths.

A Cyclist Rides Along A Trail As The Ranch Fire Burns, Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020, In Azusa, Calif

California Wildfires Burn Amid High Risk Of Brutal Blazes | PHOTOS

Bone-dry vegetation fueled three wildfires near Los Angeles amid warnings Friday that the risk of new blazes erupting was high as temperatures spike and humidity levels drop during a statewide heat wave.

Georgia Trooper Charged With Murder In Traffic Stop Shooting

A Georgia state trooper was fired and charged with murder Friday a week after he shot a 60-year-old man who tried to flee a rural traffic stop, authorities said.

Road Closures For The 2020 Republican National Convention

This document outlines the Road Closures; Restricted Parking Zones; Local Travel Access Information/Checkpoints; and changes to public transportation in support of the 2020 Republican National Convention on Aug, 24th.

Catawba County Declares State Of Emergency

Catawba County declares a state of emergency Saturday, August 15th due to excessive rainfall in the County, according to a news release.

Homeless People Living in “Tent City” Have Until Friday to Leave | PHOTOS

Many people were left with no place to go during the Pandemic. A "Tent City" popped up with over 100 people at one point living in tents and other make shift shelters.