30 Million Have Sought US Jobless Aid Since Virus Hit
More than 3.8 million laid-off workers applied for unemployment benefits last week as the U.S. economy slid further into a crisis that is becoming the most devastating since the 1930s.
Gaston Co. Commission Chair Creates Confusion Over Stay-At-Home Order
Gaston County remains under the statewide stay-at-home order, despite confusion created by the County Commission Chair. Tracy Philbeck announced the signing of an order reopening Gaston County, surprising many.
Gaston County Issues Clarification After County Commissioner Signs Order Lifting Stay-At-Home Order
Gaston County officials have issued a clarification to the order lifting the Stay-at-Home order beginning at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 29th, which would allow businesses to reopen if they practice social distancing.Β
Drug Proves Effective Against Virus As Economic Damage Rises
Scientists on Wednesday announced the first effective treatment against the coronavirus β an experimental drug that can speed the recovery of COVID-19 patients β in a major medical advance that came as the economic gloom caused by the scourge deepened in the U.S. and Europe.
Trump Says He Won't Extend Social Distancing Guidelines
President Donald Trump said Wednesday the federal governmentβs coronavirus social distancing guidelines will be βfading outβ when they expire Thursday, counting on states taking charge as they pivot to reopening.
CMPD Animal Care And Control Creates 'Doodle For Dollars' To Help Fund Shelter Programs
CMPD Animal Care and Control creates 'Doodle For Dollars' to help fund shelter programs.Β
Alleged βPistol Whippingβ Assault Victim Arrested On Numerous Unrelated Charges
A Lincoln County man who was the alleged victim of a recent assault has received multiple charges after deputies responded to a report that a woman was kidnapped.
One Dead, One Seriously Injured After Wreck On I-485 In Northwest Charlotte
One person is dead and another has life threatening injuries following a wreck on I-48 in Northwest Charlotte Wednesday morning.
Mecklenburg County Reopening Parking Lots To Public Parks And Boat Ramps
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is loosening some restrictions tomorrow as part of the County's transition to North Carolina's Stay at Home Proclamation.
Newton Police Looking For Suspects Involved In Larceny Of Local Tractor Dealer
According to Newton Police, officers are looking for the suspects involved in a reported breaking and entering as well as larceny of New South Tractor from April 24 morning.
N.C. Health Secretary Says New Program Will Provide Payments To Families With Children Who Need Free, Reduced Lunch
Dr. Mandy Cohen announced a new program to help families of more than 800,000 children who normally receive free or reduced lunch.
City Of Charlotte Announces Micro Business Relief Fund Application
The City of Charlotte on Wednesday announced the opening of the Micro Business Relief Fund (MBRF) application. Beginning Monday, May 4 at Noon, micro businesses with five or fewer employees can apply through the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) webpage.
Cabarrus County Officials Agree To Let Stay-At-Home Proclamation Expire, No Plans To Extend It
Elected officials with Cabarrus County, the cities of Concord and Kannapolis, and the towns of Harrisburg, Midland and Mt. Pleasant announced the local Stay-at-Home Proclamation will expire on April 29 at 5 p.m. with no extension. The move aligns the County with North Carolinaβs Stay-at-Home Order, which expires on May 8.
Deputies: Iredell County Man Charged For Solicitation Of Minor After Undercover Operation
Rowan County deputies have arrested an Iredell County man after an undercover operation where the suspect arranged to pay a juvenile for sexual acts.
Matthews Police Asking For Assistance Identifying Breaking And Entering Suspect
The Matthews Police Department is asking for assistance identifying the suspect who broke into the Metro Diner on Thursday, April 16th.
Live Nation Offers A New Way To Enjoy Your Favorite Artists And Support Live Music Crew Members
Live Nation is offering "Live From Home", A New Way To Enjoy Your Favorite Artists and the "Crew Nation Fund", a way to lend a hand to crew members in the live music industry.
Albemarle Police Say February Homicide Suspect Arrested In Virginia
A 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder of 33-year-old Tristan Crump on February 8th in Albemarle, North Carolina.
Students Sue Universities In North Carolina For Tuition
College students in North Carolina are suing universities in hopes of getting reimbursements for tuition and fees after campuses shut down and moved classes online during the coronavirus pandemic.
Mary C. Curtis: RNC Convention Plans Moving Ahead
Charlotte moving forward with plans to host the RNC, but is it time to reconsider? WCCB political contributor Mary C. Curtis has more on the local debate.
Coca-Cola 600 Expected to Run Memorial Day Weekend with No Fans in Attendance
Drivers, start your engines! Governor Cooper is waving the green flag to allow the Coca-Cola 600 to run at Charlotte Motor Speedway, with no fans in attendance.
South Carolina Releases Details On Coronavirus Cases and Deaths At Nursing Homes And Assisted Living Facilities
In an ongoing effort to continue to define the extent of COVID-19 within South Carolinaβs nursing homes, assisted living and similar facilities, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today provided an updated list of the facilities that have been impacted by COVID-19.
Mecklenburg County Will Rescind Stay-At-Home Order To Align With Less Restrictive State Order
Officials in Mecklenburg County say, on Wednesday, they will rescind the stay-at-home order to align with Governor Cooper's less restrictive order in place at the state level.
