Graduating During A Pandemic
Yes, we are talking about all the students who don't get to participate in graduation related activities, proms, senior night as athletes, and much more because of the coronavirus.
Two Buffalo Police Officers Suspended After 75-Year-Old Man Shoved And Hurt On Video
Prosecutors were investigating Friday after a video captured police in Buffalo shoving a 75-year-old man who then fell and cracked his head, a confrontation that resulted in the suspension of two officers.
Twitter Disables Trump Campaign's George Floyd Video Tribute
Twitter has blocked a Trump campaign video tribute to George Floyd over a copyright claim, in a move that adds to tensions between the social media platform and the U.S. president, one of its most widely followed users.
NCDHHS Reports First COVID-19 Pediatric Death In North Carolina
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reporting the first COVID-19-associated pediatric death in North Carolina.
Missing Salisbury Teen Located In Georgia With Registered Sex Offender
A Salisbury teen that was reported missing early May of 2020 has been located in Atlanta, Georgia with a registered sex offender.
U.S. Secretary Of Commerce Wilbur Ross Speaks Exclusively to WCCB About Economy & Civil Unrest
US Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross was in Ballantyne Thursday for a meeting with North Carolina hospitality industry leaders. He granted WCCB TV's Morgan Fogarty an exclusive interview, and talked with her about why he thinks the economic recovery will be quick and his thoughts on the civil unrest across the nation.
Black-Owned Businesses to Support in Charlotte
From food, to clothes and accessories there are plenty of black-owned businesses you can support in Charlotte.
Unemployment Rate Falls To 13.3%, US Adds 2.5 Million Jobs
The U.S. unemployment rate fell to 13.3% in May from 14.7%, and 2.5 million jobs were added β a surprisingly positive reading in the midst of a recession that has paralyzed the economy in the wake of the viral pandemic.
COVID-19 Order Directs Efforts To Fix N.C. Racial Disparity
Gov. Roy Cooper on Thursday unveiled a state commission and other initiatives to address socioeconomic and health disparities for African Americans and Latinos in North Carolina underscored since the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Outbreak Means New Challenges For SC Hurricane Preparations
South Carolina has already been affected by one named storm before the official start of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season, but state and county officials say this yearβs preparations have been a bit different thanks to the unique challenges presented by the coronavirus outbreak.
Luke Kuechly Officially Joins Front Office As Pro Scout
The last time Luke Kuechly had a job that didn't require him to play football, it was the summer of 2008.
Bank of America Building-Sized Asteroid to Closely Pass Earth
Fortunately, this celestial star-slayer will keep a safe distance from our planet.
NBA Owners Approve 22-Team Season Restart Plan, Hornets Will Not Play
The NBAβs Board of Governors has approved a 22-team format for restarting the league season in late July at the Disney campus near Orlando, Florida, another major step toward getting teams back onto the court and playing games again.
Metals Company Will Launch Multi-Million Dollar Expansion In Shelby
Ames Copper Group, a joint venture of Prime Materials Recovery, Inc. (PMR) and the Cunext Group, will create 46 jobs in Cleveland County, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest at least $26.3 million with the expansion of its copper manufacturing facility located in Shelby.
Burke County Man Wins βColossal Cashβ With $1 Million Scratch-Off Prize
Third time became the charm for Larry Parks of Valdese, who tried his luck on two $30 scratch-off tickets before buying a third ticket that won him a $1 million prize.
Queen City Q Restaurant Closing In Uptown Charlotte
Queen City Q, a popular barbecue restaurant in Uptown Charlotte, is closing its doors after eight plus years.
Mayor Vi Lyles Marches With Protestors After Tense City Council Session
Moments after a heated exchange, community members, yelled "walk with us" to city leaders. Mayor Vi Lyles, council members and the city manager led hundreds from the government center down Fourth Street and back.
Fourth COVID-19 Outbreak Identified At Senior Living Facility In Catawba County
Catawba County Public Health is investigating a newly identified outbreak of COVID-19 at Brookdale Senior Living β Falling Creek, where 2 residents have tested positive for the virus.
1.9 Million U.S. Workers Seek Jobless Aid, A Ninth Straight Weekly Decline As More Businesses Reopen
Nearly 1.9 million people applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week, the ninth straight decline since applications spiked in mid-March, a sign that the gradual reopening of businesses has slowed the loss of jobs.
Justin LaFrancois Speaks Out Day After Uptown Video He Recorded Of CMPD Sparks Outrage
Our media partner, Queen City Nerve, was live streaming the Charlotte protests, as they've done since last Friday. When suddenly, a new scene erupted.
Parts of Republican National Convention Could Remain in Charlotte
Organizers indicate parts of the Republican National Convention could remain in Charlotte, despite President Trump's tweets about moving it to another city. The parties involved in the contract will meet on Thursday.
Elected Leaders React to Viral Video Of Charlotte Protesters Trapped and Gassed
The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation is looking into how the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department handled protesters on Tuesday night.
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