Growing Concern Over the Number of Children Shot in Charlotte This Year
There's growing concern over the number of children being shot in Charlotte. CMPD says there have been 49 shooting victims, under 18-years-old, so far this year.
Police Officers Not Charged For Killing Breonna Taylor
A Kentucky grand jury brought no charges against Louisville police for the killing of Breonna Taylor during a drug raid gone wrong, with prosecutors saying Wednesday that two officers who fired their weapons at the Black woman were justified in using force to protect themselves after they were shot at.
Monroe Receives $425,000 Parks And Recreation Grant For Belk-Tonawanda Park Expansion
Governor Roy Cooper says the N.C. Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) is giving out nearly $5 million to fund 16 projects across the state, including $425,000 to the City of Monroe.
A Break in the Tropics!
For the first time since September 7th, there are no active tropical systems in the Atlantic.
Troopers Find Missing Dog After Fatal Car Crash In Catawba County
Troopers say they found Sarah McKinney's 8-month old dog Zeus after a fatal collision on Monday, September 21st.
Police: 20-Year-Old Charged After Two Kids Shot While Playing With Rabbit On East Charlotte Apartment Balcony
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives charged a 20-year-old man after two children, ages 5 and 11, were hit by gunfire while playing with a rabbit on an east Charlotte apartment balcony Monday.
Community Comes Together For One Day To Clean Up Waterways In Catawba Riversweep
Catawba Riversweep is a one-day community cleanup of the Catawba-Wateree River Basin that will take place on Saturday, October 3rd rain or shine, according to a news release.
Panthers Put McCaffrey On Injured Reserve With Ankle Injury
The Panthers have placed Christian McCaffrey on short-term injured reserve, meaning the All-Pro running back will miss at least three games.
Ginsburg Remembered As Prophet For Justice, American Icon
With crowds of admirers swelling outside, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was remembered Wednesday at the court by grieving family, colleagues and friends as a prophet for justice who persevered against long odds to become an American icon.
Grand Jury Indicts 1 Police Officer In Breonna Taylor Death
A Kentucky grand jury on Wednesday indicted a single police officer for shooting into neighboring apartments but did not move forward with charges against any officers for their role in Breonna Taylor’s death.
Supreme Court Vacancy Looms Large In 2nd NC Senate Debate
Questions about the potential successor to Ruth Bader Ginsburg hung heavy over Tuesday night’s second debate in a U.S. Senate race in North Carolina whose outcome could decide the chamber’s control.
AAA: Is Your Child Properly Secured In The Car
With this being National Child Passenger Safety Week, AAA – The Auto Club Group encourages parents and caregivers to make sure their children are riding safe and securely in the family vehicle.
Mary C. Curtis: Presidential Campaign Visits
With presidential visits to Charlotte from Trump and Biden this week, WCCB Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis, is breaking down why North Carolina is so crucial to the November Elections.
Panthers Readying To Welcome Fans Back to BofA Following Announcement By Gov. Cooper
Preparations are underway to welcome fans back into Bank of America stadium. An announcement by Governor Roy Cooper on Tuesday allows large outdoor venues to open up in the coming weeks.
Local Woman Trying to Save Historic African-American Church in Lincoln Co.
A local woman is trying to save an historic African-American church in Lincoln County. The church was founded by freed slaves in the 1870's but now may not be able to reopen its doors.
'Supergirl' to Hang Up Her Cape after Season 6
The heroine with heart, "Supergirl," says goodbye to the "Arrowverse" at the end of season 6.
NC Gov. Cooper Says Large Outdoor Venues Can Possibly Open At 7% Capacity Starting Next Week
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper announced Tuesday that the state is likely to take the next step towards Phase 3 of reopening by allowing large venues to open at a reduced capacity.
South Carolina's Lieutenant Governor Returns After COVID-19
South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette has returned to public life after being diagnosed with COVID-19 earlier this month.
Cleveland County Man ‘Just Happy, Still Shaking’ After $200,000 Powerball Win
Joseph Surcy of Grover powered his way to a big win in Saturday’s Powerball drawing, capturing a $200,000 prize.
Police: One Dead, One Injured After Double Stabbing In Gastonia
The Gastonia Police are investigating a deadly double stabbing that sent two men to the hospital Tuesday morning.
‘Unfathomable’: US Death Toll From Coronavirus Hits 200,000
The U.S. death toll from the coronavirus topped 200,000 Tuesday, a figure unimaginable eight months ago when the scourge first reached the world’s richest nation with its sparkling laboratories, top-flight scientists and stockpiles of medicines and emergency supplies.
Dog Trapped In 30-Foot Hole Lured To Safety With Beef Jerky
A group of mountain bikers on a North Carolina trail spotted a dog trapped 30 feet (9 meters) down in a sinkhole — and it took a salty snack and some straps to lift him to safety.
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