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Spicy days ahead

Sunny skies and toasty highs are back in the driver's seat across the Carolinas this weekend.

Big problem for local non-profit that does big work in Charlotte

Hugs United for Good, aka HUGCLT, helps local people and pets in need. They have a massive warehouse in north Charlotte where they safely store food, clothes, pet items and more. Here's the problem: the warehouse has been sold. Now, the race is on for the group to find a new place to keep feeding families.

Charlotte woman claims construction on next door home is causing her property to flood

Warren says her property on Magnolia Ave that she owns and rent in Dilworth has been flooding for nearly a year, around the time construction on a new home next door started.

South Carolina trooper dies days after being hit by a truck on an interstate

A 30-year-old South Carolina trooper has died three days after being struck on the side of an interstate by a box truck.

Charlotte Hornets 2025-26 schedule released

The Charlotte Hornets released their schedule for the 2025-26 regular season that features three primetime games and two home games for the Emirates NBA Cup.

Social Security has existed for 90 years. Why it may be more threatened than ever

Social Security is projected to run out of money to pay full benefits by 2034.

President Trump delivers remarks on the anniversary of the Social Security Act

President Trump delivers remarks on the anniversary of the Social Security Act.

UPDATE: Boil water notice lifted for part of Monroe

A boil water notice has been lifted for the majority of customers in the city of Monroe, after a potentially harmful bacteria was found during routine testing.

Low-cost airline adding new routes from Concord

Avelo Airlines is adding three new non-stop routes at Concord-Padgett Regional Airport.

DC Mayor Bowser walks delicate line with Trump, reflecting the city's precarious position

As National Guard troops deploy across her city as part of President Donald Trump's efforts to clamp down on crime, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is responding with relative restraint.

Tropical Storm Erin Trends Westward, Hot At Home

One more soggy day, keeping an eye on Erin

Showers and thunderstorms reign supreme again this Thursday, but a more stable air mass settles into the Carolinas this weekend.

Data center developer pulls out of Mooresville after pushback from residents

The Town of Mooresville received notice Wednesday from Tract that they are withdrawing from the Mooresville Technology Park rezoning request.

Mecklenburg Co. Sheriff Garry McFadden "pleased" that county isn't on DOJ list of "sanctuary cities"

Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden on Wednesday issued a news release, reminding the public that the county is not a sanctuary jurisdiction.

Back To School Shopping Can Bust Budgets For Families

Families struggle to pay for school supplies but there are local resources to help

We’re days away from the start of the new year for Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools and a lot of local parents are still scrambling to get all the back to school essentials for their kids. The cost of school supplies is up and more people are in need of help.

Viral video of blindfolded Charlotte chess players brings renewed attention to the game

A sightless Naroditsky beat his competition in a game of Bullet Chess in just 44 seconds. The video posted last month, has been viewed 5.5 million times on Instagram.

Special Olympics North Carolina takes silver medal in 3x3 Basketball Tournament

A Special Olympics North Carolina team brought home a silver medal in their division in the 2025 Special Olympics North America Unified Women’s 3x3 Basketball Tournament earlier this month.

How to get kids back on a sleep schedule for the school year

Experts say it’s worth easing kids back into a regular sleep routine with the start of a new school year.

Federal agents will be out 24/7 on patrol in Washington, the White House says

The White House says the number of National Guard troops in Washington will ramp up and federal officers will be on the streets of the nation’s capital around the clock.

Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | August 16th and August 17th

Looking for the top events in Charlotte this weekend? WCCB has curated the perfect list for you that includes events like the Charlotte Pride Festival, Charlotte All Star Comedy Jam and the Magic of Eric Eaton. Click through the photo gallery to view Charlotte’s hottest events this weekend!