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Infant Ibuprofen Recall Expanded Due To Higher Levels Of Concentration

Parents, check your cabinets! An infant ibuprofen recall expands over dosage concerns.

Rumors Swirl About Possible New Bid for MLS in Charlotte

Rumors are swirling about a possible new bid to bring Major League Soccer to Charlotte. The head of a local soccer academy says the Carolina Panthers are gauging fan interest in having a team play at Bank of America Stadium.

New Bill Aims to Cut Down on Rape Kit Backlog

A new bill introduced in the North Carolina General Assembly aims to free up money to get rape kits tested. According to state numbers, there is a backlog of 15,000 untested rape kits stacked up in police departments across North Carolina.

Charlotte City Leaders Determined They Can Swing Revenue Neutral Tax Rate

Mayor Vi Lyles says their projected budget allowed for a revenue neutral rate. Mecklenburg County Commissioners still have to go through their budget needs too.

Man Charged With Breaking Into SE Charlotte Vehicle Overnight

CMPD has charged a man accused of breaking into a vehicle in southeast Charlotte overnight.

Apple Busts Facebook For Distributing Data-Sucking App

Apple says Facebook can no longer distribute an app that paid users, including teenagers, to extensively track their phone and web use.

Woman Stabbed Inside Amazon Distribution Center In West Charlotte

Police have a man in custody after a woman was reportedly stabbed inside the Amazon distribution center in west Charlotte Wednesday night.

School Delays Announced For Thursday, January 31st Due To Hazardous Cold Weather Conditions

Several schools in the our viewing area have announced delays due to potentially hazardous winter weather conditions.

Charlotte Man Used Drug Trafficking Money To Buy Multiple Homes, Luxury Cars

A 27-year-old Charlotte man accused of using drug money to buy several homes and luxury cars will spend the next nine years in prison.

Parts Of Midwest Colder Than Antarctica During Deep Freeze

The deadly deep freeze enveloping the Midwest sent temperatures plunging Wednesday to rival some of the most frigid spots in the world, triggering widespread closures of schools and businesses, and the canceling of more than 1,600 flights to and from Chicago’s airports.

AAA Carolinas Applauds Advancement Of SC Hands-Free Bill

AAA Carolinas is applauding South Carolina legislators for moving a bill forward that would make it illegal for motorists to use hand-held communication devices, such as cell phones, while driving.

No Weapons Found After Second Day Of CMS Safety Screenings

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools says no weapons were found after Wednesday's random safety screenings at two area schools.

Traffic Alert: I-277 Lane Closures Will Move This Weekend

N.C. Department of Transportation contract crews will continue work this weekend on a $16.3 million project to improve 22 bridges along I-277.

Two Arrested On Multiple Drug Related Charges In Burke County

A man and woman are facing several drug related charges after deputies raided their home on January 17th.

Mooresville Man Charged With Harboring Suspect Wanted In Multiple Counties

An Iredell County man is accused of harboring a suspect with outstanding warrants from Mecklenburg, Iredell and Rowan Counties.

Aviation Department To Hold Federal Employee Resource Fair

The Aviation Department is holding a Federal Employee Resource Fair 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Thursday, January 31 at the CLT Center to help connect federal workers with organizations able to assist them during the government shutdown. All federal workers are invited to attend.

Edge & Queen City Nerve: The Scanner Sneak Peek

WCCB News Edge viewers got an exclusive, early look at the always-entertaining crime blotter section of Queen City Nerve, called “The Scanner.”

Trump Says 'Wall' Must Be Part Of Lawmakers Border Deal

Capitol Hill negotiators are hopeful of an agreement as they officially kick off talks Wednesday on a homeland security spending bill stalled over funding for President Donald Trump’s proposed border wall.

Piedmont Medical Center Breaking Ground On Stand-Alone Emergency Room In Fort Mill

Piedmont Medical Center will hold a groundbreaking ceremony in Fort Mill to recognize the beginning of construction on the ninth stand-alone emergency department in North Carolina.

Owner With Unwanted Confederate Flag To Sell South Carolina Restaurant

After years of battling the Confederate flag, a South Carolina restaurant owner has surrendered.

J. Cole And Meek Mill To Headline 2019 NBA All-Star Game Performances

The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced today that 2019 GRAMMY® Award-nominated artist and North Carolina native J. Cole will take the court in his home state to headline the 2019 NBA All-Star Game halftime show on Sunday, Feb. 17 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C.