Byron Heads Into Playoffs With 2-Year Contract Extension
William Byron, fresh off his first career Cup Series victory, now has a contract extension through 2022 at Hendrick Motorsports.
Mecklenburg County Announces Closings For Labor Day
Mecklenburg County has announced the county offices and services that will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7 for the Labor Day holiday.
'Tiger King' Star Carole Baskin To 'Dancing With The Stars'
The reality TV star who became a pop culture sensation with Netflixβs docuseries βTiger Kingβ is joining the new crop of celebrity dancers.
Mary C. Curtis: President Trump Visits Kenosha After Police Shooting of Jacob Blake
WCCB political contributor Mary C. Curtis talks about the president's call for law and order.
No Hugs, Kisses: SC Nursing Home Visits Resume Amid COVID-19
After nearly six months of isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic, people can visit relatives and friends in South Carolina nursing homes and residential care facilities, but there will be no hugs and kisses and they will have to meet outside.
2 Local Service Dogs Now Fully Trained, Ready To Be Adopted By Local Veterans
Two local service dogs are now fully trained and ready for adoption by local veterans in need.
NC Action Group Pleading For Lawmakers To Pass Rent, Mortgage Assistance
The group is pushing for lawmakers to pass House Bill 1200
Gov. Cooper Announces North Carolina To Move Into 'Safer At Home' Phase 2.5
Governor Roy Cooper announced Tuesday that North Carolina can now take a 'modest' step into 'Safer at Home' Phase 2.5Β which will allow gyms and other establishments to reopen.
Payments To Parents In NC Republicans' Virus Relief Package
The North Carolina legislature will reconvene briefly starting Wednesday to propose spending leftover federal COVID-19 relief funds to reach the pockets of parents, the unemployed and poll workers.
Rising's Derek James Voted 'Favorite Local Talk Show Host' By Elevate Lifestyle
WCCB News Rising's Derek James was voted "Favorite Local Talk Show Host" by Elevate Lifestyle.Β
White House Public Tours To Resume Sept. 12 With COVID Rules
Public tours of the White House, halted nearly six months ago due to the coronavirus outbreak, are set to resume later this month with new health and safety policies in place.
Charlotte Hornets Launch Voting Platform To Inspire Community To "Swarm The Polls"
Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE) launched a new voting initiative for the upcoming 2020 elections entitled βSwarm The Polls.β
Gastonia Police Asking For Public's Help With 2015 Missing Persons Case
The Gastonia Police Department is asking for the publicβs help with a missing persons case from September 2015.
UNCC Off-Campus Student COVID Cluster Identified, Recovered
UNC Charlotte officials announced Tuesday that eight students who tested positive for COVID-19 have isolated and since recovered.
Trump To Wade Into Racial Tensions With Visit To Kenosha
President Donald Trump is diving head-first into the latest eruption in the nationβs reckoning over racial injustice with a trip Tuesday to Kenosha, Wisconsin, over the objections of local leaders.
Gucci Mane Named In Suit Over South Carolina Club Shooting
Rappers Gucci Mane and Foogiano have been named in a wrongful death lawsuit filed on behalf of a 23-year-old woman who was fatally shot during a concert at a South Carolina nightclub.
New Tropical Depression Forms Off North Carolina's Coast
Tropical Depression 15 formed off North Carolinaβs coast Monday but was not expected to approach land, the U.S National Hurricane Center said.
More NC Gyms Plan to Re-open Tuesday, Defying Governor's Order
Tuesday, Governor Roy Cooper is expected to ease more cornoavirus restrictions. Some gyms are tired of waiting on the Governor and plan to re-open their doors tomorrow regardless of what Cooper announces.
Six People Rescued From Flooded Apartment Complex In Salisbury | PHOTOS
Six people were rescued in Salisbury after flood waters inundated an apartment complex.Β
New Safety Protocols Released For Hoppin' After Viral Video Shows Woman Drinking From Tap
Hoppin' is implementing new safety protocols to "ensure the safety of our patrons" after a viral video shows a customer drinking directly from the tap at the popular SouthEnd bar over the weekend.
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper Extends State-Wide Alcohol Curfew Through September
Gov. Roy Cooper announces that the state-wide alcohol curfew will be extended until October 2nd.Β Restaurants and bars are banned from selling alcohol past 11pm due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Aluminum Can Shortage Affecting Local Breweries
One of the most basic and mundane items is seeing a massive shortage -- the aluminum can.Β The impact is being felt locally, especially at breweries in our area which are already suffering because of COVID-19.
