New Social Services Director joins Gaston County
Following the retirement of Angela Karchmer, Shannon Myers will join Gaston County as the new Department of Social Services (DSS) Director.
Samaritan's Purse continuing humanitarian efforts in High Country of NC following Helene
Its been more than two months since hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina-- and much of the Southeast. And there's still plenty of cleanup and recovery to go.
Mayor Lyles Proclaims Dec. 12 βShare the Warmth Dayβ in Charlotte
In the spirit of giving and to encourage sharing warmth with neighbors, Mayor Vi Lyles is proclaiming Dec. 12, 2024, as the sixth-annual βShare the Warmth Dayβ in the city of Charlotte.
Wells Fargo Championship Donates $5.9 million to Charlotte area foundations
Tournament officials say a record $5.9 million was raised for charity donations from this yearβs Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Club and previous net reserves.
Man sentenced to life for murder of ex-girlfriend's friend in Gastonia
A jury convicted 31-year-old Marshawn Sanders of Shelby on Tuesday for the murder of 30-year-old Eric Glenn. Sanders shot Glenn on June 9, 2020 in the parking lot of the Ingco Express on Lowell Bethesda Road in Gastonia.
East Mecklenburg High School on modified lockdown after threats on social media
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg School district and CMPD are investigating threats against East Mecklenburg High School that were made on social media.
GM bailing on robo taxi efforts
General Motors is scrapping its efforts to develop a fleet of driverless taxis.Β Β
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | Dec. 14th and Dec. 15th
From the Trans-Siberian Orchestra concert to Sesame Street Live, check out some of the top events happening in the Charlotte area on December 14th and December 15th.
Taylor Swift gives $197 million in bonuses to workers of "Eras Tour"
Swift gave "Eras Tour" workers a reported $197 million in bonuses to workers on "Eras Tour" over the last two years.
Tiger Woods to return to golf at PNC Championship
Tiger Woods to compete for first time since back surgery at PNC Championship with son next week.
Citizen complaints prompt police operation that leads to arrest of accused drug dealer
Citizen complaints about illegal activity in the Connelly Springs community led to the arrest of an accused drug dealer.
Man accused of setting deadly house fire while his family was inside is now charged with murder
A man accused of setting his home on fire with his newborn child, fiancΓ© and her father inside is out of the hospital and is now in jail.
Charlotte Housing Code allows tougher penalties for slumlords
Housing Advocates are asking city leaders to use tools in the existing minimum housing code to hold slumlords accountable.
Charlotte families gifted Target shopping spree to help cover the cost of the holidays
Dozens of Charlotte's Habitat for Humanity families were surprised with shopping spree from a popular discount department store. Target teamed up with Habitat for Humanity to further gift families who received a home from the non-profit in 2024.
Concord Police Searching for Missing Teen
A 16-year-old girl is missing and police need the public's help to find her.
Roam & Dwell's Shindig Before Christmas
Roam & Dwell is thrilled to announce The Shindig Before Christmas, a spirited holiday mixer and toy drive, to celebrate the holiday season in style!
Homes burn as wind-driven wildfire prompts evacuations in Malibu
Thousands of Southern California residents are under evacuation orders and warnings as firefighters battle a wind-driven wildfire in Malibu.
A federal judge temporarily halts the proposed supermarket merger of Kroger and Albertsons
A federal judge has temporarily halted a proposed merger between supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons, an action that could scuttle the deal.
Suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO struggles, shouts while entering courthouse
Luigi Nicholas Mangione emerged from a patrol car, spun toward reporters and shouted something partly unintelligible referring to an βinsult to the intelligence of the American peopleβ while deputies pushed him inside.
Real or fake Christmas trees? See what North Carolina residents prefer
Christmas trees are more than just festive centerpieces; theyβre a symbol of tradition, nostalgia, and the magic of the holiday season. But when it comes to choosing between a freshly cut or artificial tree, American households are as diverse as the holiday traditions they embrace.
Details emerge about suspect charged with murder in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Court records show New York prosecutors have charged a man with murder in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcareβs CEO. Luigi Nicholas Mangione is being held without bail Tuesday in Pennsylvania after he was arrested and arraigned on gun, forgery and other charges.
Morganton Christmas Parade rescheduled due to inclement weather
Rain, gusty wind and the risk of flooding have postponed tonight's parade -- here's when it's rescheduled and what else you can expect WeatherWise.
