New bird flu variant adds to concerns for consumers
In today's Health Minute, Mandy Gaither talks to an infectious diseases specialist about whether eggs and milk are still safe to consume.
School closings and delays for Thursday, February 20
Local school districts are making changes for Thursday due to winter weather.
Tega Cay man warns others to trust their body after he nearly missed symptoms of a heart attack
A Tega Cay man is using his personal experience to help remind all that listening to your body can save your life. Stephen Gourlay is recovering from a heart attack he suffered before Christmas.
Snow falls for the third time this season in Charlotte metro
Snow flakes fell from the sky for the third time this season in Charlotte in total the city has seen about an inch since December. In the winter of 2023 and 2024, there was no measurable snow in the Charlotte metro.
DOGE notches courtroom wins as Elon Musk crusades to slash federal government
Although some parts of PresidentΒ Donald TrumpΒ βs agenda are getting bogged down by litigation,Β Elon MuskΒ βs Department of Government Efficiency is having better luck in the courtroom.
NASCAR deals Daytona 500 pole winner massive fine for 2nd consecutive year
Daytona 500 pole-winner Chase Briscoe was dealt a major penalty Wednesday when NASCAR said Joe Gibbs Racing had a modified spoiler on the No. 19 Toyota in time trials.
9 Special Olympics North Carolina athletes trained as Global Messengers
Nine Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) athletes became official spokespersons for the organization after completing the SONC Global Messenger Training.
3 dead after shooting in Kannapolis DSS parking lot
A mother and daughter died after a shooting in the parking lot ofΒ the Cabarrus County Social Services Office on South Cannon Boulevard in Kannapolis.
Seven arrested in Rowan County after narcotics investigation
Seven people were arrested this week following a four-month investigation into illegal drug activity in Rowan County.
Apple unveils a souped-up and more expensive version of its lowest priced iPhone
Apple has released a sleeker and more expensive version of its lowest priced iPhone in an attempt to widen the audience for a bundle of artificial intelligence technology that the company has been hoping will revive demand for its most profitable product lineup.
2 people are dead after a small plane collision in southern Arizona, authorities say
A midair collision involving two small planes in southern Arizona killed at least two people Wednesday morning.
Hickory woman honored with Congressional Medal for military service
History hangs on the walls ofΒ CynthiaΒ Scottβs homeΒ in Hickory. Itβs where her mother Elizabeth Barker Johnson spent the last few years of her life.
2 Medic employees hurt in hit-and-run, suspects arrested
Two Medic employees were hurt in a hit-and-run Wednesday morning in Cotswold.
Egg prices are still high, here are some healthy alternatives
The spike is tied to the bird flu outbreak and ongoing inflation. The US Department of Agriculture predicts the price of eggs to increase 20% this year.Β
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | Feb. 22nd and Feb. 23rd
From roller derby to the Mad Monster Party, which features famous actors and actresses, check out the top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend.
Semi-truck carrying cargo full of eggs crashes on Oklahoma highway
According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol a semi-truck crash on the the Will Rogers Turnpike on Tuesday left the road covered in eggs.
Walmart shoplifters sentenced to wash cars in Michigan
48 shoplifters were sentenced to a unique public service after shoplifting from Walmart.
Bombshell warrants released in the Asha Degree case
They come just four days after the 25th anniversary of the disappearance of the little girl. Now, law enforcement is zeroing in on a local family.
School closings and delays for Wednesday, February 19
Local school districts are making changes on because of the expected wintry weather on Wednesday.
Suspect charged after shooting at party in Rock Hill
A man first believed to be a victim is now charged in connection to a shooting at a party in Rock Hill.
Classroom Central Launches Free Innovation Station Program For Local Educators
Classroom Central launches itsΒ newest in-store, free supply program, Innovation Station. It provides local educators no cost access to STEM-focused materials.
NC governor declares state of emergency ahead of wintry weather
Governor Josh Stein declared a state of emergency on Tuesday as emergency officials prepare for winter weather to impact the majority of the state.
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