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Two People Arrested Following Homicide At East Charlotte Shopping Center

An employee of an arcade called La Casa was killed early Tuesday morning at a business complex in east Charlotte.

ONLY ON WCCB: Family of Danquirs Franklin Speaking Publicly For The First Time

As they reflect on what they're thankful for this year, they want to honor Danquirs Franklin's memory.

Record Number of People Traveling for Thanksgiving Holiday

A record number of people in the Carolinas are traveling for Thanksgiving this year. There is no way around it, there is traffic for many trying to get to their destination.

Panthers Place Poe & Van Roten on IR, Sign Hamilton & McGee

The Carolina Panthers have placed defensive tackle Dontari Poe (quad) and guard Greg Van Roten (foot) on injured reserve, and signed defensive linemen Woodrow Hamilton and Stacy McGee.

US Travelers Brace For Snowy Thanksgiving

A day after bringing havoc to the Rocky Mountains, a powerful winter storm rolled across the Midwest on Wednesday, threatening to scramble Thanksgiving plans for millions of travelers.

Moira Quinn: Thanksgiving Parade, Small Business Saturday and Poptopia

Moira Quinn from Charlotte Center City Partners is breaking down the top events in Charlotte.

Fighting Redevelopment: Possible Changes Could Make Charlotte Rezonings Less Contentious

We've heard it over and over: too tall, too dense, not in my backyard! Rezonings in Charlotte can be controversial. A new study finds it's harder than ever for neighbors to fight redevelopment.

Holiday Season Kicked Off With Panthers 6th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Thousands came out to see the Panthers' Christmas tree lit up by 60,000 lights at Bank of America Stadium Tuesday night.

'Cirque Dreams Holidaze' Set To Illuminate Ovens Auditorium December 20th-22nd

"Cirque Dreams Holidaze" brings its latest electrifying and reimagined live family holiday spectacular to Ovens Auditorium at Bojangles' Entertainment Complex on Friday, Dec. 20-22, 2019.

Springfield Middle School Students Embark On Day Of Service In Fort Mill

Students at a Fort Mill middle school are working to make a positive impact in our community.

Catawba County Man Charged With Having Thousands Of Images Of Child Porn

A Catawba County man is facing several felony charges after investigators say they found thousands of images of child pornography in his possession.

Subway Salvation Army Stuff The Truck Event At SouthPark Mall

Join WCCB News Rising’s Jon Wilson Thursday, December 5th and Friday, December 6th as he works to stuff a moving truck full of toys for needy children!

Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton Provides Thanksgiving Meal To Charlotte Kids

More than 1,200 local children won't go hungry this Thanksgiving thanks to Cam Newton.

CMPD Identifies Man Killed In North Charlotte Wreck

Police release the name of a man who was killed in north Charlotte wreck over the weekend.

Garth Brooks Brings Stadium Tour To Bank Of America Stadium In Charlotte

Country music star Garth Brooks announced Tuesday that he is bringing his stadium tour to Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. The concert will be held on May 2, 2020.

White House On Lockdown Due To Airspace Violation

The White House was placed on lockdown Tuesday and fighter jets were scrambled in Washington following an airspace violation, law enforcement reports.

Thanksgiving Travel Rush Begins Tuesday at Airport & on Highways

Prepare for packed airports and busy highways. A record number of people are expected to travel this Thanksgiving. Most will drive, but if you're flying, be prepared for delays from Wintry Weather in other parts of the country.

Carolina Panthers Sign Kicker Greg Joseph To Practice Squad

The Carolina Panthers have signed kicker Greg Joseph to the practice squad and offensive lineman Garrett McGhin to the active roster from the team’s practice squad.

Black Friday Shopping Hours And Locations

Black Friday Shopping is almost here! Take a look at this list of locations and store hours for businesses participating during the holiday shopping season (Thursday, November 28th and Friday, November 29th).

Stop! Washing Your Thanksgiving Turkey Could Spread Germs

Go ahead and rinse your cranberries, potatoes and green beans. But food experts say don’t — repeat don’t — wash the turkey before popping it in the oven on Thanksgiving Day.