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Mega Millions, Powerball Jackpots Total Over $1 Billion For Weekday Drawings

With the Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots totaling over $1 billion dollars, North Carolinians have two chances to become the state’s newest multi-millionaire this week!

Hayward Scores 34 Points, Hornets Rout Knicks 109-88

Gordon Hayward came to Charlotte looking for an expanded role and an opportunity to turn a struggling Hornets franchise into a winner.

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Panthers Interview 2 More, Expect GM Decision This Week

The Carolina Panthers met with executives Scott Fitterer of the Seattle Seahawks and Omar Khan of the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday, the 14th and 15th candidates to interview for their vacant general manager position.

Limited COVID Vaccinations In North Carolina

Mecklenburg County is ready and prepared to give thousands more people the COVID vaccine but the supply in North Carolina is extremely limited.

Hospitalization Rates Rise In Charlotte, CMS Teachers Concerned About In-Person Learning

Hospital beds are quickly running out in the Charlotte region as COVID cases surge and some teachers in Charlotte-Mecklenburg are sounding the alarm as the return to in-person learning gets closer.

Appalachian State And UNC-Charlotte Delay In-Person Classes

Appalachian State University and the University of North Carolina-Charlotte have delayed the start of in-person classes as the number of coronavirus cases rise across the state.

Mitchell Resigns From Charlotte City Council; Reflects On Two Decades Of Service

There is now a vacancy on the Charlotte City Council after an abrupt resignation from Councilman James Mitchell.

Jaguar Land Rover Charlotte Moves To New Dual-Branded Facility

Charlotte-based Hendrick Automotive Group has relocated Jaguar Land Rover Charlotte to a new facility at 6710 E. Independence Blvd.

Doggie Desserts: Ben & Jerry's Enters The Pet Food Business

Think your dog deserves dessert? So does Ben & Jerry’s.

Confederate Statues Likely To Go Undisturbed In South Carolina In 2021

Republican South Carolina legislative leaders are unlikely to give permission this year to local governments or colleges who want to take down Confederate statues or rename buildings honoring segregationists.

AAA: Carolina Gas Prices Trend More Expensive As Crude Oil Hits New High

Gas prices in the Carolinas have increased by almost a dime as supply tightens and crude oil hits an 11-month high.

Army Investigating Officer Who Led Group To Washington Rally

The Army is investigating a psychological operations officer who led a group of people from North Carolina to the rally in Washington that led up to the deadly riot in the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump.

Trump Faces 'Incitement Of Insurrection' Impeachment Charge

As the House prepares for impeachment, President Donald Trump faces a single charge — “incitement of insurrection” — over the deadly riot at the U.S. Capitol, according to a draft of the articles obtained by The Associated Press.

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Charlotte City Councilmember James Mitchell Jr. Announces Resignation

Councilmember James "Smuggie" Mitchell Jr. announced his resignation from the Charlotte City Council Monday morning, according to officials.

Gaston County Woman ‘Matches’ To Win $250,000 Prize

Shana Martens of Stanley saw her $5 ticket win her a $250,000 top prize.

House Democrats To Move Forward To Impeach President Trump, New Security In Place At Capitol

WCCB Charlotte Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis weighs-in on the latest national headlines

Pelosi: House Will Proceed To Impeachment Of Trump

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Sunday the House will proceed with legislation to impeach President Donald Trump, calling him a threat to democracy after the deadly assault on the Capitol.

Vaccine Rollout Confirms Public Health Officials' Warnings

Public health officials sounded the alarm for months, complaining that they did not have enough support or money to get COVID-19 vaccines quickly into arms. Now the slower-than-expected start to the largest vaccination effort in U.S. history is proving them right.

Queen City Urban Art Showcase Presents "Trap & Paint" Event On Sundays

Officials invite individuals to sip and paint while listening to trap music at Fiesta Mexican Cuisine in Matthews, N.C. every Sunday starting January 10th.

Trump Legacy On Race Shadowed By Divisive Rhetoric, Actions

President Donald Trump repeatedly claimed in the final months of his presidency — and without a trace of irony — to have done more for Black Americans than anyone with the “possible exception” of Abraham Lincoln.

Man Accused Of Stealing Pelosi's Lectern Charged With Invasion

A Florida man allegedly photographed grinning as he carried away House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s lectern after a mob of President Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the nation’s Capitol is among the latest people charged in Wednesday’s mayhem that left five people dead.