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Spectrum Center to introduce reusable cups

Hornets Sports & Entertainment have partnered with Bold Reuse to introduce reusable cups at Spectrum Center.

President Donald Trump, right, meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office at the White House, Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/ Mystyslav Chernov)

Joint news conference canceled after Trump shouts at Zelenskyy in Oval Office

Joint news conference canceled after President Donald Trump shouted at Ukraine's leader during an extraordinary meeting in the Oval Office, berating President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for “gambling with millions of lives” and suggesting his actions could trigger World War III.

Charlotte 49ers’ 2025 football schedule announced

The Charlotte 49ers 2025 football schedule was released Friday and is highlighted by a game at Bank of America Stadium, a home game against North Carolina, and a trip to Athens to play the Georgia Bulldogs.

Candles for Pope Francis are seen at the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic, in Rome, Friday, Feb. 28, 2025 where Pope Francis has been hospitalized since Friday, Feb. 14. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)

Pope had coughing fit, had to be put on breathing machine

Pope Francis suffered an isolated coughing fit on Friday that resulted in him inhaling vomit, requiring non-invasive mechanical ventilation, the Vatican said in relaying a setback in his two-week long battle against double pneumonia.

Get to know your city: Matthews

Whether you’re a long-time resident or new to the area, exploring Matthews’ top spots can provide a fresh perspective on this vibrant community. Here’s a curated guide to some must-visit destinations in Matthews.

A sign is seen outside a clinic with the South Plains Public Health District Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, in Brownfield, Texas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Texas measles cases rise to 146 in an outbreak that led to a child's death

Texas health officials say the number of people with measles has increased to 146 in rural West Texas outbreak that led this week to the death of a school-aged child who was not vaccinated.

Library Foundation to host 3rd annual Book Club Madness competition

The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation has announced the third annual Book Club Madness, a unique competition designed to engage and celebrate book clubs throughout Mecklenburg County.

Radioactive material stolen in Triad Area

State officials are trying to find an industrial radiography camera containing radioactive material that has been stolen from a truck in Kernersville.

Elon Musk speaks during a Cabinet meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025. (Pool via AP)

Federal workers will get a new email demanding their accomplishments, with a key change

Federal employees should expect another email on Saturday requiring them to explain their recent accomplishments. It is a renewed attempt by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk to tighten the leash on a workforce that has chafed at his cost-cutting crusade.

Carolina Insight: 50 years of service to Mcdonald's

In today’s Carolina Insight, the team at McDonalds honors two Charlotte-area McDonald’s crew members who are celebrating 50 years of service to the company.

Part Of I 40 Reopening After Hurricane Helene

A stretch of a NC highway that collapsed during Helene is about to reopen

A stretch of Interstate 40 through the western North Carolina mountains is reopening to traffic this weekend, months after Hurricane Helene’s historic flooding collapsed portions of the road.

President Donald Trump welcomes Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House in Washington, Friday, Feb. 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Ben Curtis)

Trump meets with Zelenskyy as Ukraine seeks an end to Russian aggression

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the White House to meet with President Donald Trump on Friday at a pivotal moment for his country, one that hinges on whether he can persuade Trump to provide some form of U.S. backing for Ukraine’s security against any future Russian aggression.