The first new sunscreen type in 25 years has arrived on US store shelves
For the first time in more than a quarter-century, Americans have a new option when shopping for sunscreen.
Roller coaster rider's death puts spotlight on the safety of ever more thrilling rides
The horrific death of a man who was ejected from a Six Flags roller coaster in Georgia is drawing attention to the safety of amusement park rides that have become increasingly faster and steeper in their quest for the biggest thrill.
CMPD officer under investigation after simple assault arrest
A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officer has been arrested and is now under investigation.
Pope Leo is eating and walking after cancer surgery, but Latin America trip is in question
Pope Leo XIV resumed his regular diet, began walking and underwent respiratory exercises on Wednesday as he recovered from surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his lung, the Vatican said.
Community members voice concerns at CMS board meeting
In the first board meeting since federal and state authorities started investigating Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools for financial irregularities, more than 50 people signed up to speak. Several people addressed the board, its decisions and its spending.
Social Security recipients to get 3.6% cost of living boost, an average of $75 per month
The Social Security Administration projects a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for older adults and people with disabilities starting in 2027. Some recipients say it won't offset rising prices.
One injured after shooting incident between neighbors
An early morning shooting between two neighbors has left one injured at a Monroe apartment complex.
WCCB asks CMPD about allegations of a racist text thread between officers
WCCB has submitted an open records request to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department to find out which officers the department has recommended for termination.
Officials say major intersection will be closed for 24 hours as crews clean-up train derailment
A major intersection in our area is entirely blocked off after a train derailment.
Inflation worsened last month to 3.7% in sign that prices remain elevated as midterm elections near
U.S. inflation accelerated last month as gas, clothes, and air fares got more expensive, evidence that rising prices remain an economic challenge just a few weeks before the midterm elections.
Judge extends order blocking Trump from banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico reporters from White House
Trump provided no notice before announcing the bans in a Sept. 18 social media post, which criticized their reporting as “fake news.”
Wegmans now open in Ballantyne
Wegmans Food Markets will employ 450 people.
Flu season underway, Doctor discusses vaccine
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, fewer than half of U.S. adults and children were vaccinated last season.
Deputies search for 5-year-old boy seen walking alone in Union County
Deputies are searching for a young boy who was seen walking alone in a Union County neighborhood Tuesday night.
Pioneering Charlotte radio broadcaster Hattie Leeper dies at age 98
The Queen City is mourning the loss of a true broadcasting icon. Hattie Massey Leeper, affectionately known as "Chatty Hatty," passed away peacefully Tuesday at 98-years-old.
Carowinds temporarily closes two roller coasters after deadly accident at sister park in Georgia
Carowinds has temporarily closed two of its most popular roller coasters following a fatal incident at a sister theme park in Georgia.
CDC: Nearly one in five U.S. children between ages 3 and 17 diagnosed with mental, emotional or behavioral health condition
Experts say we all have a role to play in ensuring the mental well-being of children and teens.
Surgery confirms pope has lung cancer and he had the lower lobe of his right lung removed
Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday that confirmed that he has lung cancer, and doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said.
Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis gets 40 years to life in prison for orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur
Duane “Keffe D” Davis has been sentenced to 40 years to life in prison for the murder of rap icon Tupac Shakur. Jurors convicted Davis of first-degree murder with a deadly weapon in late August.
Morganton Public Safety responds to train derailment
An individual was transported to the hospital after multiple train cars were involved in a derailment.
Man charged after alleged sexual assault near highway
A man has been indicted on charges after sexual assault was reported near NC highway 181.
Trump's ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, resigns after allegations of improper conduct
President Donald Trump says he didn't like what he was reading about Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle before asking for and getting her resignation as she faces allegations she engaged in improper and possibly illegal conduct.
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