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Obama Signs Legislation Designating Bison As National Mammal

The bison has become the official national mammal of the United States under legislation signed into law by President Barack Obama on Monday.

Germany: 1 Dead, 3 Wounded In Stabbing At Train Station

A German man was arrested after several people were stabbed at a train station near Munich early Tuesday, authorities said.

Faulty Wiring Sparks Overnight Apartment Fire

15 people were put out of their homes Tuesday morning after a fire tore through a south Charlotte apartment building.

Gov. McCrory Responds To Feds With Lawsuit

RALEIGH, NC-- "I could not agree to that because I do not agree with their interpretation of Federal law." said Governor Pat McCrory The Justice Department offered Governor Pat McCrory a one week…

City Council Looks At The Cost to Combat Crime In Charlotte

"Really what it boils down to is perception, if you see the officers in the community, then you know they are there. That sends a message that they are there and they're watching," says Charlotte City Council member Julie Eiselt.

Calvary Church Battles Claims of Discrimination

CHARLOTTE, NC -- It could be months before a judge decides whether to dismiss a lawsuit against Calvary Church. More than a dozen families say the Child Development Center Director Pat Collins kicked out…

Classes Back In Session After Carbon Monoxide Scare

CORNELIUS, NC-- Classes will be back in session tomorrow following a carbon monoxide scare at a school in Cornelius. Firefighters evacuated J.V. Washam Elementary after an alarm went off in the cafeteria this…

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Two N.C. Republican Politicians File Lawsuit Against Federal Government In Support Of HB2

North Carolina Senate Leader Phil Berger and House Speaker Tim Moore have filed a lawsuit in District Court asking the court to declare that the "Bathroom Law" complies with federal law.

Department of Justice News Conference On Lawsuit Filed Against North Carolina Over HB2

Attorney General Loretta Lynch held a news conference announcing that the Department of Justice has sued North Carolina over House Bill 2.

Carolina Rebellion Sunday | PHOTOS

Check out these photos from Carolina Rebellion Sunday, May 8th

NC Gov. Pat McCrory Holds News Conference After Filing Lawsuit Against Federal Government Over HB2

Watch live as North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory holds a news conference in reference to a lawsuit filed against the federal government over House Bill 2.

Ray Evernham Hosts Paddleboard Race To Raise Funds For Autism

My Aloha Paddle and Surf, in partnership with 3-time NASCAR champion crew chief Ray Evernham, will host the second annual Stand Up for Autism to benefit the IGNITE community center and the Autism Society of North Carolina on Lake Norman May 13-14, 2016, at Port City Club in Cornelius, NC.

J.V. Washam Elementary Evacuated Due To Fumes In Cafeteria

The Principal at J.V. Washam says crews are working to reduce the carbon monoxide levels so that students can return to class. Parents can pick up their kids if they choose.

Actor Johnny Depp Mocks His 'War On Terrier' Apology

Actor Johnny Depp has mocked the video apology over the international dog smuggling scandal that ensued after he and his wife illegally brought their Yorkshire Terriers into Australia.

Mosquito Season Brings No Urgency For Money To Fight Zika

The White House and Democrats are pressuring congressional Republicans to act on President Barack Obama's demands for money to combat Zika, but even the onset of mosquito season that probably will spread the virus has failed to create a sense of urgency.

Palin Raps Ryan For Withholding Support For Donald Trump

Sarah Palin, the vice presidential candidate on the Republican Party ticket in 2008, is harshly criticizing House Speaker Paul Ryan for withholding his support from likely Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.

Mercury Makes Rare Move Across The Sun

Mercury makes a relatively rare move across the sun Monday.

North Carolina Gov. Faces Fed's Monday Deadline On LGBT Law

North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory shows no signs of backing down in the face of the federal government's Monday deadline to declare he won't enforce the new state law limiting protections for LGBT people — defiance that could risk funding for the state's university system and lead to a protracted legal battle.