CMPD investigating city's latest shooting
The shooting happened around 7 Tuesday night on Copper Creek Court. Medic say it took one person to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
CMS Board raises support staff wages to $20 an hour
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools support staff employees are getting a raise. Some support staff like custodians, instructional assistants, school nutrition specialists and more say they've been working multiple jobs to afford to live in Charlotte.
Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration freeze on federal grants and loans
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump administration freeze on federal grants and loans that could total trillions of dollars. U.S. District Judge Loren L. AliKhan blocked the action Tuesday afternoon, minutes before it was set to go into effect.
Caroline Kennedy warns senators that cousin RFK Jr. is a 'predator'
Calling Robert F. Kennedy Jr. a βpredatorβ who is addicted to power, Caroline Kennedy urged the U.S. Senate in a letter on Tuesday to reject the nomination of her cousin to be the nationβs health secretary.
Trump orders a funding freeze as his administration reviews federal loans and grants
The White House is pausing federal grants and loans starting on Tuesday as President Donald Trumpβs administration begins an across-the-board ideological review of its spending.
Well known pastry chef joins upscale restaurant in Charlotte
LβOstrica is thrilled to welcome Samantha βSamβ Allen to the team as Pastry Chef.
Man uses sledgehammer to steal Rolex watches at SouthPark mall
Police are asking for help to identify a man seen on surveillance video using a sledgehammer to break open a display case inside Belk at SouthPark Mall.
Review of ex-NC treasurer's use of state cars ends with no charges
A district attorney says an investigation into how then-North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell used state government vehicles is ending with no charges filed.
Six active duty service members file first lawsuit challenging Trump's transgender troop ban
The first lawsuits have been filed against President Donald Trumpβs executive order revising policy on transgender troops.
Rail Trail Bridge January 2025 Update
The City of Charlotte awarded a construction contract to Blythe Construction for the Rail Trail Bridge.
Salted Melon expanding to Phillips Place
Salted Melon Market & Eatery today announces its third Charlotte location, expected to open this spring at Phillips Place, in the SouthPark neighborhood.
Teen charged in deadly shooting of 16-year-old in Gastonia
A 16-year-old boy is charged with first degree murder and attempted first degree murder following the shooting of Zaquavious "Tank" Dawkins in Gastonia.
Convicted felon wanted for robbing discount stores in Statesville arrested in Charlotte
A man wanted for robbing three Dollar General Stores in Statesville earlier this month has been arrested in Charlotte.
Tasty Tuesday: LSU Carolinas Gumbo Cook Off
Help local students get scholarships to LSU - and enjoy some great gumbo! For this week's Tasty Tuesday, organizers with the 2025 LSU Carolinas Mardi Gras Gumbo Cook Off stopped by the Rising kitchen to tell us all about the event and who it helps.
"Days of Our Lives" Stars The Day Players Coming to CLT
Adam Wurtzel interviewed "Days of Our Lives" stars Wally Kurth, Carson Boatman, Brandon Barash and Eric Martsolf about their band The Day Players.
UNC Health, Duke Health partner to build NCβs first stand-alone childrenβs hospital
The two institutions filed plans Tuesday to establishΒ a 500-bed childrenβs hospital, a childrenβs outpatient care center and a childrenβs behavioral health center.
Candle blamed for sparking 2 alarm fire at senior apartments in Hickory
Paramedics took one person to the hospital after a fire at a senior apartment complex in Hickory on Monday. Fire investigators say a candle sparked the fire.
New changes rolling out at Starbucks
Starbucks will now be known as "Starbucks Coffee Company
Mecklenburg County awarded contract to improve roads
The N.C. Department of Transportation has awarded Mecklenburg County a $3.8 million contract to improve four sections of N.C. 115 and three sections of secondary roads.
FEMA deadline approaching to apply for Helene aid
CHARLOTTE, NC - You have nine days left to apply for FEMA Assistance for Helene. The deadline to apply is February 9th. President Donald Trump did tour hard hit areas in Western North Carolina.…
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools gathering community input for shaping a vision for the use of Artificial Intelligence in education
This spring, CMS will unveil a district-wide AI Vision Statement that reflects the voices of its students, parents, educators, and community members.
Survey suggests less than half of Americans have an emergency fund
A recent survey suggests fewer than half of Americans would be able to pay for an unexpected emergency.
