North Carolina Has 4,520 COVID-19 Cases, 81 Deaths; Hospitalizations Decrease For Second Consecutive Day
As of April 12th, 2020, North Carolina is reporting 4,520 cases of coronavirus in 91 counties across the state.
UK PM Johnson Out Of The Hospital, Says Staff Saved His Life
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was discharged from a London hospital where he was treated in intensive care for the coronavirus as the U.K. on Sunday became the fourth European country to surpass 10,000 virus-related deaths.
Clemson Star Isaiah Simmons A Do-It-All Talent For The NFL
βSimmons is built for todayβs NFL,β said NFL Media analyst Daniel Jeremiah, βand his role could change week to week, depending on the opponent.β
Local Churches Find Ways to Celebrate Easter, Despite No In-Person Services
Sunday, thousands of worshipers won't be in the pews of local churches for Easter Sunday, due to restrictions on mass gatherings. Instead, many will turn to online services.
20,000: U.S. Death Toll Overtakes Italy's As Midwest Braces
The U.S. death toll from the coronavirus eclipsed Italyβs for the highest in the world Saturday, surpassing 20,000, as Chicago and other cities across the Midwest braced for a potential surge in victims and moved to snuff out smoldering hot spots of contagion before they erupt.
Total Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Caldwell County Reaches 18
Caldwell County is reporting one new case of COVID-19 bringing the county's total number of cases t0 18.
One New Case Of COVID-19 Identified In Catawba County
Officials in Catawba County say the county has 33 positive COVID-19 tests and 503 negative test results.
One Person Airlifted To Baptist Hospital Following Apartment Fire In Concord
One person was airlifted to Baptist Hospital following an apartment fire in Concord Saturday morning.
North Carolina Has 4,312 Confirmed Coronavirus Cases, 80 Deaths
As of April 11th, 2020, North Carolina is reporting 4,312 cases of coronavirus across the state.
Duke Freshman Big Man Vernon Carey Jr. Entering NBA Draft
The 6-foot-10, 270-pound Carey announced his decision Friday following a season in which he was The Associated Press player of the year and newcomer of the year for the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Apple, Google To Harness Phones For Virus Infection Tracking
Apple and Google fueled hopes for digital technologyβs promise against a fast-moving, invisible killer, announcing a joint effort to help public health agencies worldwide leverage smartphones to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.
Crime Drops Around The World As COVID-19 Keeps People Inside
The coronavirus pandemic that has crippled big-box retailers and mom and pop shops worldwide may be making a dent in illicit business, too.
Trump Leaves Trail Of Unmet Promises In Coronavirus Response
For several months, President Donald Trump and his officials have cast a fog of promises meant to reassure a country in the throes of the coronavirus pandemic. Trump and his team havenβt delivered on critical ones.
Mecklenburg County Health Officials Say There Are Potential Flaws In Unapproved Local Rapid COVID-19 Tests
Mecklenburg County Public Health is warning residents that some rapid tests for COVID-19 may provide misleading results, giving a false sense of security that they are safe and not infectious.
Statesville Man Killed By Falling Tree While Walking To Apartment
Police say a Statesville man was killed while walking to his apartment after being struck by a fallen tree.
Kannapolis Man Killed After Being Hit By Train
Police say a Kannapolis man is dead after he was hit by a train Friday morning.Β
Investigators Say Frank Liske Park Barn Fire Was Intentionally Set
Investigators with the Cabarrus County Fire Marshalβs Office determined a March 26th fire that destroyed the barn at Frank Liske Park was intentionally set.Β
Second Person Facing Charges Following Deadly Road Rage Shooting In Matthews
Matthews Police say they arrested a second suspect connected to a deadly road rage incident that happen on March 18th in Matthews.
Police Say Fatal Shooting Outside Southwest Charlotte Bar Was Justified
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Homicide Unit say the fatal shooting outside The Trap bar in southwest Charlotte in February was justified.Β
Five Wells Fargo Employees Test Positive For Coronavirus
Wells Fargo says five employees who work in the company's Customer Information Center in northeast Charlotte have tested positive for the coronavirus, according to a news release.
Wilson's World: Homeschool With Charlotte Community Toolbank
Wilson's World is highlighting the non-profit Charlotte Community Toolbank during his homeschool segments on Rising.
Wilson's World: Homeschool With Artist Kayt Hester
Wilson is continuing his homeschool segments with Artist Kayt Hester.Β She creates intricate images with shreds of hand torn black masking tape.Β Β
