West Iredell High School Will Continue In-Person Classes After First COVID Case
A student or employee tested positive for coronavirus on West Iredell High School campus on August 20th, according to a news release.
UNCC Chancellor Says Decision About Virtual Learning Will Happen Next Week
UNC Charlotte Chancellor Sharon Gaber sent a letter to students and staff saying they will know by the middle of next week if the university will move to full virtual learning due to COVID-19.
North Carolina State University Moving Undergrad Classes Online
North Carolina State University announced on Thursday it will move all undergraduate classes online starting on Monday.
One Personal Trainer Moved Her Services Online Amidst COVID-19
A personal trainer with over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry has moved her services online to help others stay healthy, manage stress, and find an outlet during and after the pandemic.
Record Melt: Greenland Lost 586 Billion Tons Of Ice In 2019
Greenland lost a record amount of ice during an extra warm 2019, with the melt massive enough to cover California in more than four feet (1.25 meters) of water, a new study said.
One Person Seriously Injured After Uptown Charlotte Shooting
One person is being treated for life-threatening injuries after an uptown Charlotte shooting Tuesday, according to police.
CATS To Experience Service Impacts In Uptown During Republican National Convention
Expect delays in and around Uptown from Sunday, August 23rd to Monday, August 24th as the Republican National Convention is held in Charlotte.
Airbnb Bans House Parties Worldwide, Citing Virus Mandates
Airbnb is banning house parties worldwide as it tries to clean up its reputation and comply with coronavirus-related limits on gatherings.
Detectives Are Asking For Public's Help Locating Missing 50-Year-Old Indian Trail Man
Detectives are asking for the public’s assistance locating a missing 50-year-old Indian Trail man who was reported missing on Saturday, August 1st.
American Airlines Will Drop Flights To 15 Cities In October Including Two In The Carolinas
American Airlines will drop flights to 15 smaller U.S. cities in October, including two within the Carolinas, when a federal requirement to serve those communities ends.
Poplin Elementary School In Union County Goes Remote After Two Staff Members Test Positive For COVID-19
Officials say Poplin Elementary School is going to remote learning until September 8th after two staff members tested positive for COVID-19. Several staff members may have also been exposed to the virus, according to a news release from Union County Public Schools.
U.S. Jobless Claims Jump Back Above 1 Million In Face Of Virus
The number of laid-off workers seeking U.S. unemployment benefits rose to 1.1 million last week after two weeks of declines, evidence that many employers are still slashing jobs as the coronavirus bedevils the U.S. economy.
Ex-White House Adviser Steve Bannon Arrested In Fraud Scam
Former White House adviser Steve Bannon was arrested Thursday on charges that he and three others ripped off donors to an online fundraising scheme “We Build The Wall.”
CMPD: 3 Dead In Fatal West Charlotte Shooting
The third victim in a fatal west Charlotte shooting that happened Sunday has died due to the life-threatening injuries he sustained.
Pandemic Plastic Surgery: More People Deciding Now Is The Time To Go Under The Knife
Typically plastic surgeons see a slow-down in business over the summer time, but not this summer. Here's a look at the reasons why the pandemic is perfect for people who want to change their look.
Police Preparing for Protests and Other Possible Security Issues at RNC
The first parking restrictions are in place as Charlotte prepares to welcome delegates for the Republican National Convention. Police are preparing for protests and other possible security issues.
Democratic Boundary Breaker's Night: Obama, Clinton, Harris
The Democrats’ historic boundary breakers are joining forces at the party’s national convention in an urgent effort to rouse the diverse coalition Joe Biden will need to defeat President Donald Trump this fall.
Trump: US Demands Restoration Of UN Sanctions Against Iran
The United States will demand Thursday that all United Nations sanctions be reimposed against Iran, President Donald Trump announced, a move that follows America’s embarrassing failure to extend an arms embargo against Tehran.
Trump Tweets His Distaste For Goodyear Tires For Allegedly Banning MAGA Attire
President Trump took to twitter to bash Goodyear Tire Company after an alleged photo of the company's acceptable attire for employees went viral.
Trump Urges Universities To Reopen Saying Risk Is Minimal To Students
President Trump held a news conference from the White House on August 19th urging universities to reopen as he says the risks associated with catching coronavirus is minimal to students.
Lenoir Police Charge A Man For The Rape Of An Elderly Woman
Officers with the Lenoir Police Department arrested a man for the rape of an elderly woman, according to a news release.
Atrium Health Awarded Employer Of Excellence Honors
Atrium Health values its workforce and how they deliver care and that is being recognized by the American Academy of PA’s (AAPA) Center for Healthcare Leadership (CHLM). Atrium Health has been selected as a 2020-2021 Employer of Excellence by the organization.
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