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As the planet warms, scientists burn homes to figure out how to best protect them in wildfires
Scientists are using controlled fires to study how to protect homes from wildfires. At a site in South Carolina, researchers burn down test houses to learn how different materials and designs can withstand flames.
USDA declares 82 NC counties natural disaster areas due to drought conditions
The drought has been serious across the Carolinas, but now it has officially been classified a disaster. The USDA has declared the 2026 Drought an agricultural disaster. The latest update from the U.S. Drought Monitor,Β shows every part of North Carolina dealing with at least some level of drought.
Local students get new sneakers and socks thanks to Nordstrom Rack & Operation Warm
Nordstrom Rack and non-profit Operation Warm surprised students at South Pine Academy with new shoes and socks. Organizers say that because kids outgrow their shoes so fast, it's a big need for families.
Susan Smith, who drowned her children in 1995, is up for parole in SC again this year
The South Carolina woman convicted of killing her two small children more than 30 years ago is once again up for parole this year.
Upstate SC measles outbreak could be over next Monday
The measles outbreak in South Carolina could be over soon. Next Monday would mark 42 days since the last outbreak-related new case.
SC Senate to take up near-total abortion ban bill as soon as Wednesday
The bill does not include exceptions for rape, incest, or fatal fetal diagnosis. In addition, under the bill a person who has an abortion can be charged with a crime and sent to prison.
4 people hurt after early morning crash involving CMPD vehicle in south Charlotte
It happened just before 3:00 Tuesday morning at the intersection of Carmel and Pineville-Matthews Roads.
CMPD says shopping center shooting victim is a 17-year-old girl
It happened at the Leslie Square Shopping Center on Harris Houston Road at University City Boulevard on Monday.
Woman accused of stabbing pregnant shopper at Charlotte grocery store now booked into Mecklenburg County jail
Marvina Butler-Hardy was booked into the Mecklenburg County jail around 7:30 Tuesday night.
Fire in Kannapolis is 90 percent contained, no word yet on how it started
It started Monday near Pinewood Avenue, west of Kannapolis Lake, and burned around 50 acres before being contained.
Russian family living in Charlotte desperate for answers after father was detained by DHS
A Russian family living in Charlotte is desperate for answers after a father was taken by Department of Homeland Security agents during an immigration check in appointment in early April.
Trump says the US will extend its ceasefire with Iran at Pakistan's request
President Donald Trump says the United States is extending its ceasefire with Iran at Pakistanβs request as he waits for a unified proposal from the Islamic Republic. The announcement came as last-minute ceasefire talks between the U.S. and Iran looked uncertain Tuesday and a two-week truce was set to expire.
Union County implements water restriction measures due to ongoing drought conditions
Union County Water is urging customers to follow Stage 1 of their water conservation measures, plus the Town of Harrisburg has released voluntary water conservation guidelines, as hot and dry conditions continue across the southeast
Apple's new CEO John Ternus steps into the spotlight after flying under the radar for years
Apple has announced that John Ternus will become the next CEO, taking over from Tim Cook on September 1. Ternus is a company veteran who has been with Apple for 25 years, most recently overseeing hardware engineering for the iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the Osmonds, has died at 76
Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the million-selling family act The Osmonds, has died after decades with multiple sclerosis. He died Monday at his Utah home at the age of 76.
"American Gladiators" reboot now on Prime Video
A reboot of the iconic series "American Gladiators" is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Several injured in crash involving CMPD cruiser
The crash was reported at the intersection of Carmel Road and Pineville-Matthews Road, just before 3 a.m.
New historical marker in Plaza Midwood honoring the late Rev. Billy Graham
It's at the site of a new mixed-used development at Central and Pecan Avenues, where a then 15-year-old Graham attended a tent revival in 1934 that would influence his decision go into ministry.
Firefighter hurt at scene of house fire in Burke County over the weekend
We're told crews had to call in several area fire departments to get it under control. A firefighter is recovering from minor injuries he suffered while on the scene.
Victim identified in deadly Rock Hill shooting
The York County Coroner has released the name of a man killed in a Rock Hill shooting.
Deputies say they find explosives, gun, drugs and more during traffic stop
An Alexander County man is in jail after deputies say they found several improvised explosive devices in his car during a traffic stop.
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