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.
Romney OKs Voting On Court Nominee, All But Assures Approval
Utah Republican Sen. Mitt Romney said Tuesday he supports voting to fill the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s seat on the Supreme Court, all but ensuring President Donald Trump has the backing needed to push the nomination over Democratic objections that it’s too close to the November election.
Sen. Tillis: Trump To Extend Offshore Drilling Pause To NC
President Donald Trump will add North Carolina to a list of southeastern states whose coastal waters won’t be subjected to offshore drilling for a decade, U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis said on Monday.
Confederate Monument Center Of Controversy in Union County
A 155 year old monument is the center of controversy in Union County. People lined up on the steps of the county courthouse showing support for the statue while others pushed for its removal.
Cabarrus Co. School Board Votes to Return K-3 to In-Person Learning Despite Superintendent's Concerns
Cabarrus Co. School Board members voted Monday night to move K-3 students to "Plan A" despite the Superintendent saying that won't allow for social distancing in some classrooms.
Michael Jordan To Own NASCAR Team, Signs Bubba Wallace As Driver
Denny Hamlin has joined Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan to form a NASCAR team with Bubba Wallace as the driver, a high-profile pairing of a Black majority team owner and the only Black driver at NASCAR’s top level.
Hurricane Hugo Roared Ashore 31 Years Ago
Hurricane Hugo made landfall just after midnight 31 years ago just north of Charleston, South Carolina, before tracking north-west to Charlotte.
President Donald Trump To Visit Charlotte Thursday To Discuss Healthcare
President Donald Trump will visit Charlotte on Thursday, September 24th "to discuss his administration's action and vision in delivering quality healthcare at low costs for the American people," according to a news release from the White House.
STRIVE For Healthier Futures To Open Atrium Health's First Vaccine Clinical Trial Aimed At Addressing The Prevention Of COVID-19
A new vaccine research program, “STRIVE for Healthier Futures,” has been developed at Atrium Health with a goal of identifying a vaccine that safely and effectively prevents the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
Deputies: 68-Year-Old Lincoln County Man Charged For Child Sexual Assault
Lincoln County Deputies announced Monday that a 68-year-old man has been charged for child sexual assault after an investigation.
Former Panthers' WR Muhsin Muhammad Helps Bring Back Yard Burgers To Gastonia
Back Yard Burgers is BACK! Former Carolina Panthers' wide receiver Muhsin Muhammad has teamed up with Axum Capital Partners to open the burger chain in Gastonia.
UNC Charlotte Sets Enrollment Record With More Than 30,000 Students
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte announced Monday that they set an enrollment record which includes having even more diversity among their students, according to enrollment figures.
Tropical Storm Beta Forecast To Make Landfall Late Monday
Parts of Texas and Louisiana braced Monday for flooding and damaging storm surge as Tropical Storm Beta slowly worked its way into a part of the country that’s already been drenched and battered during this year’s exceptionally busy hurricane season.
Democratic Presidential Candidate Joe Biden Will Visit Charlotte Wednesday
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is set to make a campaign stop in Charlotte Wednesday.
AAA: Low Demand Continues To Push Gas Prices Cheaper In Carolinas
For the third week now, the Carolinas have remained a part of the nation’s top 10 largest weekly decreases as low demand continues to push pump prices cheaper.
Report: Carolina Panthers' Christian McCaffrey Likely Out 'Multiple Weeks' Due To Ankle Injury
Carolina Panthers' running back Christian McCaffrey is expected to be sidelined for "multiple weeks" with the ankle injury he suffered Sunday while playing against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a report says.
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's Body To Lie In Repose At Supreme Court
The body of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg will lie in repose at the Supreme Court this week, with arrangements to allow for public viewing despite the coronavirus pandemic, the court said Monday.
South Carolina Unemployment Falls, But Tourism Jobs Vanish
South Carolina’s unemployment picture has improved overall, with 20,000 people finding work and businesses reopening as they adjust to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Chastain Snags Ganassi Cup Ride In Busy NASCAR Free Agency
Ross Chastain snagged one of the coveted open Cup seats on Monday in a promotion at Chip Ganassi Racing to drive the No. 42 next season.
NC Unemployment Rate Falls To Nearly Half Of Lockdown's Peak
North Carolina’s unemployment rate dropped markedly in August, according to state figures, falling to nearly half the record rate during the spring at the height of business and movement restrictions issued during the COVID-19 pandemic.
