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Doorbell Camera Leads To The Arrest Of Repeat Violent Offender

Police say a proactive homeowner and a doorbell camera led to a quick response and arrest from officers Friday morning.

Union Co. Insists Water is Safe, Residents Still Suspicious

No matter what the county is saying, and test results are showing, people tell WCCB they are still worried the water could be making their hair fall out.

Soccer Fest Could Lead CLT to Major League Soccer

People packed Romare Bearden park Friday night for a huge soccer fan fest event.

Acting CMS Superintendent Addresses Wilcox Resignation

Dr. Clayton Wilcox, the superintendent of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, has resigned effective August 2, 2019. Wilcox submitted his resignation on July 19th.

Instagram Expands Hiding ‘Likes’ To Make You Happier

Instagram is expanding a test to hide how many “likes” people’s posts receive as it tries to combat criticism that such counts hurt mental health and make people feel bad when comparing themselves to others.

Apollo 11 Astronauts Reunite On 50th Anniversary Of Moonshot

Apollo 11 astronauts Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins reunited Friday on the eve of the 50th anniversary of humanity’s first moon landing.

West Charlotte Hit And Run Turns Deadly, Suspect Still Wanted

Police are still looking for the driver they say caused a now deadly hit and run accident in west Charlotte on June 20th.

The University of South Carolina Has Named Their 29th President, But Not Without Controversy

The University of South Carolina's Board of Trustees voted Friday in favor of making retired General Robert Caslen the next president of the state's flagship university.

Newton Police Asking For Assistance Identifying Circle K Armed Robbery Suspect

Police in Newton, North Carolina, are asking for assistance identifying the suspect who robbed a Circle K convenience store early Friday morning.

Police: Driver Of Vehicle That Slammed Into East Charlotte Home Had Gunshot Wound To The Chest

Police are investigating a homicide after a man was shot and then crashed into a home in east Charlotte.

CMPD Releases 911 Calls Following Earthquake In South Carolina

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department released 911 calls from Charlotte residents following an earthquake Wednesday in South Carolina.

Ally Financial Inc. announce Partnership with David Teppers Charlotte MLS Bid

Ally Bank Joins David Tepper In Bid To Bring MLS To Charlotte

Ally has announced a partnership with Carolina Panthers owner, David Tepper, in his bid to bring a Major League Soccer team to Charlotte.

Carolina Panthers Release 2019 Training Camp Schedule

The Carolina Panthers have released their 2019 training camp schedule. Players must report to Wofford College on July 24th.

President Trump Claims He Tried To Stop 'Send Her Back!' Chant Even Though Video Shows Otherwise

Trump claimed he had tried to stop the chant at a reelection event Wednesday night in North Carolina — though video shows otherwise.

Christian Polanco Of The Cooligans Talks About Hosting House Of Soccer

Christian Polanco, one half of the Cooligans, is hosting the House of Soccer Fan Fest. He joined WCCB News Rising to talk about the event and the Cooligans' podcast.

Ex-Giants Offensive Lineman Mitch Petrus Dies Of Heat Stroke

Offensive lineman Mitch Petrus, a walk-on at Arkansas who went on to a three-year NFL career that included a Super Bowl win with the New York Giants, has died. He was 32.

Wilson's World: Previewing July 2019 Queen's Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week At Forchetta And Aria

Queen’s Feast:Charlotte Restaurant Week will be kicking off it’s 2nd celebration of 2019 this Friday, July 19th. Wilson was in Uptown this morning visiting both Forchetta and Aria restaurants to find out more about the fare they will be serving during Queen’s Feast.