Mecklenburg Co. Releases List of COVID-19 Outbreaks at Nursing Homes & Long-Term Care Facilities
Amid growing pressure, officials in Mecklenburg County have released the location of COVID-19 outbreaks at nursing homes and long-term care facilities.
Charlotte Senior Living Facility Confirms One Death, 16 Positive COVID-19 Tests
A Charlotte senior living facility has confirmed that a resident who tested positive for COVID-19 has died and two positive staff members are in quarantine.Β
Police Investigating Deadly Hit-And-Run Involving Moped, SUV In Salisbury
Police are investigating a deadly hit-and-run accident involving a moped and an SUV in Salisbury Friday night.Β
Police Say 11-Year-Old Girl, Two Others Injured During Overnight Shooting In Southeast Charlotte
Police say an 11-year-old girl was one of three people injured when someone shot into an apartment in southeast Charlotte overnight.Β
The High Cost of Low Gas Prices During The Coronavirus Pandemic
The average price for a gallon of regular gas in the Charlotte area is a $1.75. This time last year, it was $2.64. The price drop might feel like a silver lining during the coronavirus pandemic, but as the experts explain, there is a high cost for those low prices.
Atrium Health Sets Up Triage Tents Outside Hospital
Atrium Health set up triage tents outside the emergency department to provide specialized care for patients presenting mild COVID-19 symptoms without ever stepping foot in the emergency department.
Gaga Raises $35M For Virus Fight, Curates All-Star TV Event
Lady Gaga and advocacy organization Global Citizen have raised $35 million to fight the coronavirus and will launch a TV special featuring Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder and Billie Eilish to combat the growing virus.
Hickory Senior Living Community Staying Close At Heart While Far Apart
With senior citizens being the most at risk of getting Covid-19 many find themselves being far apart from their loved ones, but residents at the DePaul Senior Living Community in Hickory arenβt letting that stop them from connecting.
Rolling Stones To Join Lady Gaga For TV Event Battling COVID-19
The Rolling Stones will join Lady Gaga, Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder and Billie Eilish for the upcoming TV special aimed at fighting the coronavirus pandemic.
Careful Reopening Of SC From COVID-19 Starts With Boat Ramps
South Carolina is working to slowly reopen the state and for the first time since the coronavirus spread, some people will be able to do more outside of their homes.
Ex-Trump Lawyer Cohen To Serve Out Prison Sentence At Home
President Donald Trumpβs former lawyer and longtime fixer Michael Cohen will be released from federal prison to serve the remainder of his sentence in home confinement because of the coronavirus pandemic.
AliΓ±o Pizzeria In Mooresville Gave Away Over 2,000 Pizzas For Heroes Appreciation Day
Alino Pizzeria ended up giving away 2,748 complimentary pizzas to healthcare workers, police officers, firefighters and teachers Thursday.
Police Say Two Arrested, One Wanted Following Statesville Armed Robbery
The Statesville Police Department says two suspects have been arrested and they are searching for a third following an armed robbery Thursday afternoon.
North Carolina Governor: More COVID-19 Test Supplies Needed
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper responded to President Donald Trumpβs plan to reopen the economy by stressing that the state needs the federal governmentβs help supplying medical professionals to ramp up COVID-19 testing.
Chester County Deputies Investigating Deadly Fire
The Chester County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deadly fire that happened Thursday night.
Communities Encouraged To "Shine A Light" To Honor Essential Workers On National Lineman Appreciation Day
National Lineman Appreciation Day is Saturday and Duke Energy is encouraging customers and communities to turn on their front house lights to recognize first responders.
Catawba County Has 43 Confirmed Coronavirus Cases, 1 Death
Three new cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Catawba County, bringing the countyβs total number of residents who have tested positive to 43. The health department has received 666 negative test results.
Cabarrus County Health Alliance Investigating Outbreaks Of COVID-19 After Local Residents Hold Wedding, Easter Gatherings
The Cabarrus Health Alliance (CHA) says it is investigating outbreaks of Covid-19, in which at least 18 people were infected, after Cabarrus County residents held gatherings over the past two weeks.Β
Charlotte Knights Release 2010-2019 All-Decade Team
The Charlotte Knights have announced their All-Decade Team for 2010-2019. Β Some of the Queen City's favorite aces and sluggers are represented, as well as the winningest coach in team history, Joel Skinner.Β
Charlotte Knights Announce "Knights Care 4 CLT" Community Focused COVID-19 Initiative
The Charlotte Knights and Charlotte Knights Charities have announced "Knights Care 4 CLT", which is aimed at helping those affected by COVID-19.Β
Charlotte Solid Waste Services Temporarily Resumes Yard Waste Collection
The City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services will temporarily resume services to recover yard waste from the recent storm and early season yard maintenance on April 27.
Officials Say Part Of Highway 127 In Hickory To Close This Weekend For Bridge Construction
Officials in Hickory say part of Highway 127 will be closed as contractors continue work on the new pedestrian bridge.
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