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Charlotte Water crews respond to wastewater spill at Lake Norman

An estimated 49 gallons (out of 95 gallons) of sewage reached Lake Norman, according to Charlotte Water.

Large scale law enforcement training exercises planned in Charlotte

Authorities say training is a critical part of ensuring public safety, allowing agencies to strengthen coordination, enhance preparedness and improve the ability to respond effectively to real world incidents.

Florida plans to become first state to eliminate all childhood vaccine mandates

Florida plans to become the first state to eliminate vaccine mandates, a longtime cornerstone of public health policy for keeping schoolchildren and adults safe from infectious diseases.

American Eagle soars as teen clothing retailer embraces Sydney Sweeney frenzy

Shares of American Eagle Outfitters spiked 31% at the opening bell Thursday after the teen clothing retailer said the frenzy surrounding its Sydney Sweeney ad campaign drew new customers during its most recent quarter.

Fashion designer Giorgio Armani dead at 91

Giorgio Armani, the iconic Italian designer, has died at 91, his fashion house confirmed.

Gaston County Mugshots September 3rd

Check out the Gaston County mugshots from Wednesday, September 3rd.

A temperature roller coaster begins

Temperatures are climbing, and the humidity is following suit! By Friday, highs reach the 90s before another fall front brings relief to start next week.

CATS Officials will focus on fare enforcement, camera upgrades, and hiring more officers

Charlotte Area Transit officials say they were actively enhancing security when Iryna Zarutska was stabbed to death by a stranger on the LYNX Blue Line on August 22nd.

Developer plans to revitalize Charlotte's historic Excelsior Club

Everything old is a new again. A historic club that catered to African-Americans in west Charlotte, could be coming back.

Judge reverses Trump administration's cuts of billions of dollars to Harvard University

A federal judge in Boston has ordered the reversal of over $2.6 billion in federal funding cuts to Harvard University.

C-SPAN announces deal for its service to be carried on YouTube TV, Hulu

C-SPAN's three public affairs networks will be carried beginning this fall on YouTube TV and Hulu's live television package.

Tilly Ramsay's new Prime Video series "Dish It Out"

Adam Wurtzel interviewed the daughter of Gordon Ramsay, Tilly Ramsay about her new series on Prime Video.

Rising Spotlight: Hyundai Hope on Wheels

In today’s Rising Spotlight, Tonya Rivens chats with John Guastaferro, Executive Director of Hyundai Hope on Wheels, along with 12-year-old cancer survivor Emmy Cole, about the program and how they’re helping improve care for kids nationwide who are fighting cancer.

Epstein survivors implore Congress to act as push for disclosure builds

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse have gathered on Capitol Hill to demand the release of the sex trafficking investigation into the late financier.

Panthers kick off NFL season with family-friendly pep rally at the Ballantyne Bowl

The Carolina Panthers invite the community to celebrate the excitement of the upcoming 2025 NFL season at The Bowl at Ballantyne for a Panthers Pep Rally on Friday, September 5.

Sustain Charlotte releases statement on light rail safety following fatal incident in South End

Sustain Charlotte released a statement on Charlotte's light rail safety following a fatal incident on South End.

What the Tech: Bark child safe phone

Smartphones are a rite of passage for kids these days, but for parents, handing over that kind of technology can be nerve wracking. Jamey Tucker shows us a phone designed for kids

Summer roars back the next couple of days

Although Monday was the first day of meteorological fall, summer is about to roar back into the forecast. Today will be the last day for at least a couple, we enjoy low…

Taste Of The Panthers 2025 | PHOTOS

The Carolina Panthers hosted the annual Taste of the Panthers fundraising event in partnership with Duke’s Mayo at Bank of America Stadium on Tuesday.

Riders weigh in on safety after deadly train stabbing

A deadly attack on the light rail has many people calling for changes to make public transportation in Charlotte safer. The Metropolitan Transit Commission is hosting a special meeting Wednesday morning at 9am to discuss safety and security on public transit.

Eight additional early voting sites open around Charlotte

More early voting sites opened up across the city on Tuesday, resulting in almost 2,500 ballots turned in, nearly doubling the turnout from all of last week.