Top sporting events in and around Charlotte | May 1st-May 7th
The SAC softball championships are this week amongst a fun week of sports around the area. Click through the gallery to see what sports are coming to Charlotte this week.Β
'Thunderbolts' kicks off the summer movie season with $76 million at the box office
Marvel StudiosβΒ βThunderbolts"Β opened with $76 million in domestic ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday, kicking offΒ the summer box officeΒ with a solid No. 1 debut.
Donβt have a REAL ID yet? That could cause you travel headaches after May 7
The deadline to get a REAL ID is fast approaching after years ofΒ postponements and delays.
Here's why May the 4th is celebrated as Star Wars Day across the galaxy
βStar Warsβ fans around the world are celebrating the space epic and its surrounding franchise this weekend through an unofficial, fan-made holiday.
Tariffs could increase car repair costs
Most car parts imported into the U.S. will now be hit with a 25% tariff.
Youth referee arrested after discharging firearm
Union County deputies say a youth sports referee has been arrested after firing a gun inside a packed sports complex in Indian Trail.
Death investigation underway in west Charlotte
CMPD is conducting a death investigation in west Charlotte, the third deadly shooting in less than 24 hours.
Cooler & calmer Sunday, wonderful start to workweek
Serene skies return on SundayΒ after strong-to-severe storms rolled through the Carolinas to kick off the weekend.
Homicide investigation underway in north Charlotte
CMPD is conducting a homicide investigation following a shooting in north Charlotte on Saturday afternoon.
More people using BNPL loans for everyday essentials
Americans are using the buy now, pay later (BNPL) loans to buy everyday items like groceries, and while these loans are not new, how people are using them is changing.
Bill to allow concealed guns for some teachers
Two North Carolina bills would allow trained teachers, volunteers, even visitors to carry a gun at your childβs school.
Officials urge boat safety
As the weather gets hotter, more people are spending time on the water. Lake patrol officials want to make sure you stay safe on your boats
CMPD investigating homicide in south Charlotte
Police are conducting a homicide investigation after one person was shot and killed overnight in south Charlotte.
Aborted landings due to Army helicopter near Reagan airport 'unacceptable,' top official says
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says it is βunacceptableβ that two commercial aircraft had to abort landings at a Washington airport this week because of an Army Black Hawk helicopter that was flying to the Pentagon.
7 people are dead after a truck and tour van collided near Yellowstone, police say
A pickup truck and a tour van with foreigner visitors β including two people from Italy β collided on a highway leading to Yellowstone National Park, leaving seven people dead and eight others injured.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to let DOGE access Social Security systems
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to clear the way for Elon Musk βs Department of Government Efficiency to access Social Security systems containing personal data on millions of Americans.
Sting, Big Time Wrestling coming to Truist Field this summer
Big Time Wrestling is coming to Truist Field this summer and will be headlined by WWE Hall of Famer, Sting.
Severe storms possible Saturday
A Level 2 out of 5 risk for severe weather has been posted for the first half of the weekend.
Microsoft hikes Xbox prices worldwide as gaming industry faces tariff uncertainty
Microsoft raised recommended retailer pricing for its Xbox consoles and controllers around the world this week.
Black dandyism takes center stage from the Met Gala to Harvey B. Gantt Center
Inspired by the 2025 Met Gala β Superfine: Tailoring Black Style β the Harvey B. Gantt center will feature elite Black fashion designers, brands, and creatives through an interactive exhibit, a rotating runway panel, photo activations, VIP experience, and more.
UPDATE: NC wildlife officials say they have persons of interest after video shows opossum burned alive
North Carolina wildlife officials say they have persons of interest in connection to a video showing an opossum being set on fire.
Black dandyism etches place into Met Gala history β and global visibility
Black dandyism is finally taking center stage at the Met Gala, with cultural powerhouses leading this subversive, sharply tailored style into the global fashion spotlight.
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