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North Carolina Flu Death Toll At 185, Including 2 Last Week

Two more people in North Carolina died from flu-related symptoms last week, raising the death toll to 185 with one week left in the reporting season, health officials said Thursday.

Governor Softens Order Over Jailed Texas Hair Salon Owner

Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Thursday removed jail as a punishment for violating his coronavirus restrictions following outcry by conservatives over a Dallas salon owner who was locked up for refusing to keep her business closed.

Why Has Toilet Paper Run Out During The Pandemic?

Blame the empty shelves on hoarders who stockpiled the plush paper goods.

Mega Millions Ticket Sold In Mecklenburg County Wins $1 Million Prize

Tuesday’s Mega Millions drawing produced a $1 million prize for someone who bought a ticket at a convenience store in Charlotte.

Coronavirus State Of Emergency Explained

Closed North Carolina State Parks To Begin Phased Reopening May 9th

Following guidance from the Governor’s office and the Department of Health and Human Services, North Carolina’s state parks will increase recreational access and services beginning May 9.

Neiman Marcus Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection

Neiman Marcus, the 112-year-old storied luxury department store chain, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the first department store chain to be toppled by the coronavirus pandemic.

Public Schools, University Of SC Hope For Fall Return

The University of South Carolina announced plans Wednesday to return to on-campus classes in the fall as public school educators brainstormed back-to-school ideas, both keeping in mind the need to protect students, professors and employees from the coronavirus.

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Air National Guard Flyover To Salute NC Frontline Workers

The North Carolina Air National Guard will conduct flyover salutes to foodbank workers, medical staffs and other frontline workers in the fight against COVID-19.

33 Million Have Sought US Unemployment Aid Since Virus Hit

Nearly 3.2 million laid-off workers applied for unemployment benefits last week as the business shutdowns caused by the viral outbreak deepened the worst U.S. economic catastrophe in decades.

Maternal Mental Health During The Pandemic

Pandemic Increasing Mental, Emotional Toll On Pregnant Women & New Moms

This week is Maternal Mental Health Awareness week. The stress of the coronavirus pandemic has taken its toll on pregnant moms, postpartum moms, really, moms at any point in their motherhood experience.

NC Attorney General Sues Charlotte Towing Company Accused of Price Gouging

North Carolina's Attorney General is suing a Charlotte two truck company, accusing it of price gouging and predatory towing. The suit claims the company towed or booted big-rig trucks delivering critical supplies.

South Carolina To Test All Residents And Staff At Nursing Homes For COVID-19

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced it will test residents and staff members at every nursing home in the state for COVID-19.

Lincoln County Traffic Stop Leads To Arrest, Seizure Of Drugs And Cash

A Lincoln County traffic stop has led to the arrest of a Charlotte man on numerous drug charges, officials say.

Trump: COVID-19 Task Force Not Dismantling, Just Refocusing

President Donald Trump on Wednesday reversed course on plans to wind down his COVID-19 task force, attempting to balance his enthusiasm for “reopening” the country with rising infection rates in parts of the nation.

CMPD Investigating After Person Found Shot To Death In East Charlotte, Victim Identified

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating after person was found shot to death in east Charlotte early Sunday morning.

WATCH LIVE: North Carolina Public Health Officials Hold Coronavirus News Conference

North Carolina public health officials hold a coronavirus news conference.

Motorcyclist Killed In Three Vehicle Catawba County Crash

A man was killed in a Catawba County crash involving a motorcycle and two other vehicles Tuesday afternoon.

Amélie's Launches Mother's Day Gift Guide

Amélie's has launched a Mother's Day gift guide with three treat boxes (and flowers!) for every type of mom.

North Carolina Republican State Convention Pushed Back To July

The North Carolina Republican Party has delayed its convention by two months because of the continuing COVID-19 outbreak.

Monroe Officials Say Secrest Short Cut Road Closing For A Month Due To Water Main Replacement

The City of Monroe says Secrest Short Cut Road will be closed for more than a month while crews work to replace a water main.

Audit: North Carolina Transportation Agency Overspent By $740M

The North Carolina Department of Transportation spent $740 million beyond what it planned to last year, state auditors said Tuesday as they urged stronger oversight of how DOT and its regional offices handle finances.