Penn State frat pledges were made to cut and bag cocaine for college drug ring, authorities say
Penn State fraternity pledges were made to cut and package cocaine for a drug ring that was run out of two off-campus frat houses, authorities said.
ESPN co-founder Bill Rasmussen dies at 93 from the effects of Parkinson’s disease
Bill Rasmussen, who co-founded cable TV sports giant ESPN, has died at the age of 93.
Frank Beard, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame drummer of boogie-rock trio ZZ Top, dies at 77
Frank Beard, the drummer for ZZ Top, has died at 77.
US and Canada hold last-minute talks to stop Trump’s 50% tariffs
If no deal is reached, Trump has threatened to impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products, ranging from hockey sticks to tongue depressors.
Trump says man working for Charlotte-based mission is now free 9 months after being kidnapped
A missionary working for a Charlotte-based organization is now free after being held captive in Niger for nine months.
ABC sues FCC over challenge to its broadcast licenses, saying actions present 'existential threat'
ABC has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration’s Federal Communications Commission, alleging violation of its First Amendment rights.
Suspect identified, dies after being shot by Monroe Police
Suspect identified as 33-year-old Francisco Javier Montes-Hernandez.
Money Monday: The hidden cost of delaying financial decisions
Waiting to improve your financial habits can lead to missed opportunities and make long-term goals more difficult to reach.
Man accused of murdering missing woman talked to WCCB a month before his arrest
A man who is accused of murdering a missing Charlotte woman, spoke to WCCB a month before he was arrested. Shaquina Harris was reported missing by family back on July 13th.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens, promising a more age-appropriate chatbot
OpenAI is launching a version of ChatGPT designed for teenagers — the first generation to grow up with artificial intelligence — who are already using it for schoolwork, questions about daily life and even companionship.
NC Auditor's Office: "Decisive action" needs to be taken to improve security on CATS
The North Carolina State Auditor's office says "decisive action" needs to be taken to improve security on the Charlotte Area Transit System.
Back-to-school hair trends
Dulce Lusso hair salon shows us how students are getting ready.
ICE pitches legal insurance to help shield local officers who make immigration arrests
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is pitching a plan to help shield local police officers who make immigration arrests from possible financial consequences if they are accused of on-duty misconduct.
Queen City Nerve shuts down after eight years in business
Local alternative newspaper Queen City Nerve has announced it is shutting down, effective immediately.
2 women charged in deadly street racing crash that killed 17-year-old boy
Two women are in jail, accused in a street racing crash on I-85 that killed a teen motorcyclist.
Kannapolis Police say they shot, killed man who was holding gun and trying to carjack drivers
Investigators have released the name of a man shot and killed by Kannapolis Police officers last week.
Judge denies bond for accused Dilworth sidewalk attacker
The man accused of punching a woman and knocking her to the ground in Dilworth will remain in jail without bond.
Panthers look for new TE Darren Waller to provide a boost to passing game
When the Carolina Panthers reached out to Darren Waller to see if he would be interested in returning to the NFL he jumped at the opportunity. Waller, a 33-year-old tight end, didn't hesitate to accept their contract offer.
Luigi Mangione’s state murder trial postponed indefinitely amid double jeopardy fight
Luigi Mangione’s state murder trial in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has been postponed indefinitely. His lawyers are seeking to have the case dismissed on double jeopardy grounds after Mangione pleaded guilty to federal charges last week.
Trump blames vandals for damaged grass in the spot where he held his big July 4 celebration
President Donald Trump says vandals are to blame for large swaths of dead grass on the National Mall near the World War II Memorial. It's the spot where the Republican president had a stage built and hosted crowds for his July 4 celebration.
Connor Zilisch to drive the No. 48 Chevy for Hendrick Motorsports beginning in 2028
Connor Zilisch has signed a multiyear contract with Hendrick Motorsports to drive the No. 48 Chevrolet beginning in 2028.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in the television series ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, star of popular television series including “Heroes” and “Nashville,” died Sunday at an apartment complex in South Carolina where she was found unresponsive, police said. She was 36.
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