CMPD: Driver Killed In Shooting, Crash In Southwest Charlotte
A man died in a southwest Charlotte crash after being shot several times Thursday night, sparking a homicide investigation, Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said.
J&J 1-Dose Shot Prevents COVID-19, But Less Than Some Others
Johnson & Johnson’s long-awaited vaccine appears to protect against COVID-19 with just one shot – not as strong as some two-shot rivals but still potentially helpful for a world in dire need of more doses.
Spotlight on Black Women Owned Businesses in CLT: Popbar
A powerful black woman is taking Gotham by storm. But in Charlotte, powerful black women have always been essential in shaping the city. To celebrate the first black Batwoman played by Javicia Leslie Sundays on Charlotte's CW, we are shining the bat-signal on businesses run by black women in Charlotte. For those with a sweet tooth and a case of indecisiveness, Popbar in NoDa is the answer. "If you want to put everything on it we'll figure out how to do it for you," says Kia Lyons, owner of the popular purple artisanal popsicle shop.
Mecklenburg County Health Officials Extend COVID-19 Directive Through February
Mecklenburg County Health Director Gibbie Harris says a modified COVID-19 health Directive will replace the one scheduled to expire on February 2nd as coronavirus case rates remain high in the county.
Full Wolf Moon
The moon will quickly change to a third-quarter moon by February 4th.
Weekend Weather View with Kaitlin
Weekend Weather View with Kaitlin Week 2 in Charlotte.
Cicely Tyson, Groundbreaking Award-Winning Actor, Dies At 96
Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper’s wife in “Sounder,” a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched TV viewers’ hearts in “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman,” died Thursday at age 96.
CMPD: Interstate 485 Temporarily Shut Down After Fatal Crash
Officials with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department say Interstate 485 outer loop near Interstate 77 in Mecklenburg County is temporarily shut down as detectives conduct a traffic fatality investigation.
Former Panthers Head Coach Ron Rivera Is Cancer Free
Former Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera is officially cancer free, according to his daughter Courtney Rivera.
President Biden Opens Sign-Up Window For Uninsured In Time Of COVID-19
President Joe Biden on Thursday ordered government health insurance markets to reopen for a special sign-up window, offering uninsured Americans a haven as the spread of COVID-19 remains dangerously high and vaccines aren’t yet widely available.
Boone Police Charge A Man For Breaking & Entering At A Local Steakhouse
Officers with the Boone Police Department say Bryan Davis, 49, of Boone was arrested after breaking into a local steakhouse and stealing a large amount of money.
National Weather Service Confirms EF-0 Tornado in Tallahassee
A tornado with winds approaching 85 miles per hour touched down in Florida's capital early on Wednesday, damaging its airport and taking the local radar system offline briefly.
CMPD Asking For Public's Help Identifying Two Armed Robbery Suspects
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects accused of armed robbery at a business last Thursday evening.
Tennis Star Naomi Osaka Invests In NC Courage Soccer Club
Three-time Grand Slam singles champion Naomi Osaka has invested in the North Carolina Courage of the National Women’s Soccer League, citing a desire to support women as role models and leaders.
Salisbury VA Medical Center To Host Mass COVID-19 Vaccination Event
The Salisbury VA Medical Center will host a mass COVID-19 vaccination event with the goal of vaccinating 1,000 veterans over two days.
South Carolina Senate Passes Bill Outlawing Most Abortions
The South Carolina Senate on Thursday passed a bill that would outlaw almost all abortions in the state, overcoming years of hurdles thanks to Republican winning new seats in last year’s elections.
Virus Variant From South Africa Detected In US For 1st Time
A new coronavirus variant identified in South Africa has been found in the United States for the first time, with two cases diagnosed in South Carolina, state health officials said Thursday.
Charlotte Trio Supports Homeless People During Pandemic
Once a month, Magena Morris, Tyler Bone and Nic White bring racks loaded with clothes into Charlotte’s largest homeless encampment and invite residents to shop at no cost.
Blue Cross NC, Charlotte Motor Speedway And Latin American Chamber Of Commerce Of Charlotte To Provide 6,000 Meals At Food Distribution Event Today
Blue Cross NC, Charlotte Motor Speedway and Latin American Chamber of Commerce of Charlotte to provide 6,000 meals at food distribution event today from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The event supports the fight against food insecurity in the Latino community exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic
Gastonia Police Arrest Suspect In Dangerous Road Rage Case
Detectives say 23-year-old Milton Edwards Jr. of Cleveland County has been arrested and charged for his involvement in an aggravated assault involving two drivers that occurred on January 13th.
Hidden Gems of CLT: Felix Empanadas
What are you missing in your favorite neighborhood? WCCB Charlotte’s Alexandra Elich explores tucked away spots, historic businesses, and secret gardens in the middle of our bustling city.
New Report Finds Charlotte Drivers Lose $2K/year due to Poor Roads & Traffic Congestion
Getting stuck in traffic and dealing with rough roads isn't just frustrating. It's costing you money! A new study finds drivers in Charlotte are losing nearly $2,000 a year.
