Mother Of Infant Found Dead In Charlotte Cemetery Accused Of Murder
The mother of a 6-month-old boy who was found dead last month in a North Carolina cemetery has been charged with murder in his death, police said.
North Carolina GOP Chair: Convention Still On For Charlotte
The Republican National Convention in Charlotte and the North Carolina GOP convention are on as scheduled later this year for now despite uncertainty over the new coronavirus, the state partyβs top leader says.
POLITICAL WRAP: Trump Coronavirus Briefings; Burr Ethics Controversy
President Trump went off on a reporter last week. Are his daily briefings on coronavirus reassuring the public?Β And Richard Burr sold up to $1.7 million in stock just before the market started crashing.
Rand Paul Is First Senator To Report A Positive Test For Coronavirus
Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul says he has tested positive for COVID-19, the disease caused by coronavirus. The Republican is the first member of the Senate to report testing positive.
Singer, Actor, βThe Gamblerβ: Kenny Rogers Dies At 81
Β Actor-singer Kenny Rogers, the smooth, Grammy-winning balladeer who spanned jazz, folk, country and pop with such hits as βLucille,β βLadyβ and βIslands in the Streamβ and embraced his persona as βThe Gamblerβ on record and on TV, died Friday night. He was 81.
Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office Suspends Evictions During Coronavirus Pandemic
The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office has decided to suspend court-ordered evictions during the coronavirus pandemic, according to officials.
Atrium Health Answers Important Coronavirus Questions
Atrium Health has experts answering questions about the coronavirus.Β Β
βNew Football Journeyβ: Tom Brady Signs With Buccaneers
A new look for the NFL: Tom Brady in Tampa Bay pewter and red rather than Patriots red, white and blue.
New York Joins California In Locking Down Against The Virus
New York state moved to join California on Friday in confining nearly all residents to their homes, as governors undertook their most sweeping efforts yet to contain the coronavirus and fend off the kind of onslaught of patients that has caused southern Europe to buckle.
UNC Charlotte Postpones Graduation Ceremony Due To Coronavirus
UNC Charlotte announced they are postponing their graduation ceremony due to coronavirus concerns.
City Of Charlotte Solid Waste Services Suspends Yard Waste And Bulky Item Collection
Effective Monday, March 23, City Solid Waste Services for the city of Charlotte will only collect garbage and recycling.
Income Tax Filing Deadline Moved To July 15th From April 15th
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says the Trump administration has decided to push the income tax filing date to July 15 from April 15.
Large Gatherings Prohibited, Restaurants And Bars Closed Across The Carolinas
In response to the fast-spreading coronavirus, gatherings of 50 or more people in Mecklenburg County are now banned. This follows an executive order that put a halt to events of 100 or more people across North Carolina. Restaurants and bars have now been ordered to close too but to-go and delivery orders are permitted.
Dr. Tony: How to Stay Healthy During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Β Doctor Tony shares some tips on how to protect yourself from the coronavirus.
Senators Sold Stock Before Coronavirus Fears Caused Steep Market Losses
Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Richard Burr, R-N.C., sold as much as $1.7 million in stocks just before the market dropped in February amid fears about the coronavirus pandemic.
Mecklenburg Health Officials Encourage Social Distancing Outdoors
Social distancing means cooped up and kept away. Mecklenburg county health officials are letting people know that doesn't mean you have to stay indoors.
Community Spread Continues To Be A Concern In Mecklenburg County
WCCB asked the Mecklenburg County Health Director why church's don't have to follow the federal gathering guidelines. Senior Pastor Brian Carn posted a video on YouTube, citing the Bible for why Kingdom City Church members continue to come to worship.Β One of the churches is in Charlotte on Dr. Carver Road.
Billy Graham βΒ An Extraordinary Journey, Saturday at 9 PM on WCCB Charlotte's CW
"Billy Graham: An Extraordinary Journey", a film commemorating the life and impact of the world-renowned evangelist, will air Saturday, March 14 at 9pm on WCCB Charlotte's CW.
Raccoon Tests Positive For Rabies In Plaza Midwood
A rabies alert was sent out to residents in Plaza Midwood after a raccoon tested positive for rabies, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control.
Rowan County Deputies Raid The Lucky Duck CafΓ© For Illegal Gambling
The Rowan County Sheriffβs Office executed a search warrant at the Lucky Duck CafΓ© in Salisbury for illegal gambling and found multiple law violations. The business which appeared to be an arcade was actually an illegal gambling casino.
Italian Death Toll Overtakes China's As Virus Spreads
The death toll in Italy from the coronavirus overtook Chinaβs on Thursday, and infections in the United States climbed past 10,000, in a stark illustration of how the crisis has pivoted toward the West.
CMPD Animal Care & Control Remains Open For Routine Business, Pet Reclaims, Pet Adoptions, And Foster Pick-Ups
CMPD AC&C will remain open for routine business, which includes looking for a lost pet, reclaiming a pet and animal adoptions. At this time, AC&C will be operating on a normal schedule, which is Monday to Friday: 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
