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Carowinds Postpones Park Opening Until Friday, April 3rd Due To Coronavirus

Carowinds just announced that they are postponing the opening of their amusement park due to the coronavirus.

Man Charged For Sex Crimes With Child

According to Gaston County Police, a man has been charged with multiple sex offenses involving a child.

Boil Water Advisory Lifted For Union County Public Works' Customers

The Boil Water Advisory that was affecting Union County Public Works water customers has been lifted and is now safe.

Man Charged For Secret Peeping On Minor In Gaston County After Cameras Found In Bathroom

Gaston County Police have charged a suspect for secret peeping on a minor after a recording device was found in a bathroom, officials say.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Suspends All Sporting Events, School Performances Due To Coronavirus

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools says they are taking several proactive steps as part of our ongoing efforts to mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus.

Three People Found Dead Following SWAT Situation In Huntersville

Three people are dead after a shooting at a Huntersville home Friday morning, according to the Huntersville Police Department.

Second Suspect Charged With Murder After Man Died In Northeast Charlotte Shooting

CMPD has now charged a second suspect for the murder of Lamar McNeil, who died as a result of a shooting that happened at a northeast Charlotte apartment.

Winthrop Head Coach Pat Kelsey Reacts To NCAA Canceling Tournament

After claiming the Big South tournament title on Sunday Winthrop was primed to make their 11th appearance in the NCAA Tournament.

Nc Governor Roy Cooper Declares State Of Emergency In Response To Coronavirus Outbreak

North Carolina Recommends New Steps to Protect Against COVID-19

Governor Roy Cooper announced that North Carolina is taking proactive steps to protect the health of the residents including the recommended guidance to cancel or postpone gatherings with over 100 people and telework if possible.

Paper Products Aisle At Walmart On Independence Blvd In Charlotte

Walmart Working To Get High Demand Products Restocked

Walmart says they are working to keep paper products and other high demand items stocked at their stores across the country, according to an email released to shoppers.

Piedmont Medical Center Announces Visitor Restrictions Amid Coronavirus Concerns

Out of an abundance of caution, Piedmont Medical Center is expanding their visitation restrictions until further notice

Wells Fargo Employee Had Prolonged Contact With COVID-19 Patient

According to a news release, a Wells Fargo employee, who works on the 6th floor at One Wells Fargo Center in Charlotte, has been in prolonged and close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19.

Worst Day On Wall Street Since 1987 As Virus Fears Spread | PHOTOS

The escalating coronavirus emergency sent the stock market Thursday into its worst slide since the Black Monday crash of 1987, extending a sell-off that has now wiped out most of Wall Street’s big gains since President Donald Trump took office.

March Madness: NCAA Tournaments Canceled Due To Coronavirus

The NCAA canceled its men’s and women’s basketball tournaments on Thursday because of the spread of coronavirus, putting an abrupt end to the season less than a month before champions were to be crowned.

Brazilian Who Met Trump Has Virus; No Plans To Test Trump

A senior Brazilian official who attended weekend events with President Donald Trump in Florida has tested positive for the coronavirus, marking the first time that someone known to have the virus was in close proximity to the president. Trump does not plan to be tested or go into self-quarantine, the White House said.