The benefits of AI in heart health
Some hospitals in North Carolina are using artificial intelligence to diagnose patients.
American influencer apologizes for snatching Australian baby wombat following outrage
An American influencer who sparked outrage after posting a video of her snatching a baby wombat from its mother while in Australia apologized on Saturday, saying she had acted out of concern for the young animalβs welfare.
JJβs Red Hots closing after nearly 13 years
After nearly 13 years, JJβs Red Hots is saying goodbye.
Motorcyclist killed in Lancaster County crash
A motorcyclist died after striking a utility pole in Lancaster County on Friday night.
Charlotte Fire battles three-alarm fire in Uptown
Charlotte firefighters battled a three-alarm fire at a business in Uptown on Saturday morning.
Hornets make franchise-record 26 3s and Ball has 27 points and 14 assists in 145-134 win over Spurs
LaMelo Ball had 27 points and 14 assists, and the Charlotte Hornets made a franchise-record 26 3-pointers to roll past the San Antonio Spurs 145-134 on Friday night.
SpaceX launches a new crew to the space station to replace NASA's stuck astronauts
The replacements for NASAβsΒ two stuck astronautsΒ launched to the International Space Station on Friday night, paving the way for the pairβs return after nine long months.
AAA activates βTow to Goβ for St. Patrickβs Day
AAA is activating βTow to Goβ in Charlotte for the upcoming St. Patrickβs Day weekend in an attempt to persuade partygoers to not drive impaired.
South Carolina schedules its fifth execution in less than 7 months
A man who shot and killed an off-duty police officer in South Carolina is scheduled to become the fifth person executed in the state since the death penalty resumed last fall.
UPDATE: Driver faces charges after accident involving Trooper on I-485
A driver faces charges after investigators say he ran into a parked State Highway Patrol SUV on the I-485 Outer Loop Friday morning at South Boulevard. The trooper, the driver and a 3-year-old passenger are all in the hospital.
UPDATE: Arrests in murder of 17-year-old in north Charlotte
Two underage suspects in the murder of a Charlotte teenager have been arrested in South Carolina. CMPD says the suspects were arrested in Lee County on outstanding warrants.
Watch the NCHSAA State Basketball Championships on WCCB
The 2025 NCHSAA State Basketball Championships will air on WCCB Charlotte's CW and MeTV Charlotte, Friday, March 15th and Saturday, March 16th.
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | March 15th and March 16th
From the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Uptown to baby goat yoga, check out the top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend.
North Carolina #1 State to Ban Carolina Squat
AΒ new studyΒ reveals whyΒ North Carolina was among the first states to ban the controversial Carolina Squat vehicle modification.Β
New Sports Lounge Opening March 20th In South End
A new sports lounge with the screen in a league of its own, is ready to kick off in South End, opening its doors on Thursday, March 20.
Duke is among universities facing federal investigations as part of Trump's anti-DEI campaign
More than 50 universities are being investigated for alleged racial discrimination as part of President Donald Trumpβs campaign to end diversity, equity and inclusion programs his officials say exclude white and Asian American students.
Steph Curry becomes first player in NBA history to make 4,000 3-pointers
Steph Curry is the first player in NBA history with 4,000 3-pointers. He did it a day before his 37th birthday.
Pet of the Week: Meet Midi!
Adopt, don't shop, with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control! WCCBβs Chief MeteorologistΒ Nicole Madden got to spend a little time with Midi for the Pet of the Week segment.
Attorney General warns of toll text scams targeting North Carolinians
These scams demand payment for supposed unpaid tolls, and the North Carolina Department of Justice is actively investigating.Β
Children's & Family Emmy Awards helping LA fire victims
Adam Wurtzel spoke with Tabitha Starcher with the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences about this year's Children's & Family Emmy Awards, and how the academy is helping victims of the LA fires.
Senate has just hours to avoid a partial government shutdown
The Senate has just hours left to avoid a partial government shutdown. Minority leader Chuck Schumer says Democrats have two painful choices: Vote yes and give President Donald Trump vast discretion on spending, or vote no and give him free rein.
Get To Know Your City: Cherry Neighborhood
For this week's Get to know your city, weβre taking a walk through one of Charlotteβs most historic and evolving neighborhoodsβCherry.
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