Powerball jackpot soars to $1 billion
The Powerball jackpot received a $25 million boost on Tuesday due to strong ticket sales to push Wednesday’s massive prize to $1 billion.
A blockbuster $12.5B deal as Josh Kushner and Bob Iger agree to buy the Lakers, AP source says
The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold for the second time in a year, going to businessmen Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for a record-breaking price.
Sen. Darline Graham, US Rep. Ralph Norman advance to GOP runoff for US Senate in South Carolina
Sen. Darline Graham and U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman have advanced to a runoff in South Carolina’s special Republican primary to replace the late Lindsey Graham in the Senate. Graham was the top vote-getter to runner-up Norman in Tuesday’s GOP primary election.
Inflation cooled last month as gas prices fell, though costs remain elevated
U.S. inflation slowed last month and a measure of underlying price pressures also cooled, suggesting higher oil and gas prices from the Iran war are only having a limited impact on broader costs in the economy.
Charlotte man sentenced to federal prison in massive mail theft scheme
A Charlotte man is headed to federal prison for a massive mail theft scheme.
AP: Interim Sen. Darline Graham Nordone to face Rep. Ralph Norman in August 25 runoff
We now know which two candidates will advance to a runoff in the Republican primary for South Carolina's open U.S. Senate seat.
CMPD: Woman shot during late-night car meet has died
Police say a woman shot during a late-night car meet in west Charlotte has died.
Troopers: Driver who wrecked and died on I-485 Monday afternoon had just fled a traffic stop
Troopers say the driver killed in a crash on I-485 Monday afternoon had just fled a traffic stop.
DA seeks death penalty for guardian accused of murdering child
A woman in Mecklenburg County could be put to death for murdering a 6-year-old girl. Police say Tonya McKnight beat and neglected Domonique Moody.
Matthews Fire warns about leaving battery chargers in hot cars
A warning from Matthews Fire officials after crews put out a car fire involving a lithium battery in the back seat.
CMS Superintendent will return to district after investigation
Charlotte Mecklenburg School Superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill will return to the district August 12th. The CMS Board of Education placed Dr. Hill on paid leave back in June to complete an investigation into matters regarding administrative and operational oversight.
CMPD officer recovering after being hurt while trying to stop suspected copper thieves
A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police officer is recovering from minor injuries after being hurt while trying to stop suspected copper thieves.
Judge again bars Trump administration from implementing order that sought to limit mail voting
A federal judge has agreed to halt President Donald Trump’s executive order that sought to have the U.S. Postal Service play a central role in deciding who can receive a mail ballot.
Waxhaw Police suspend search for suspect, suspect not located
Police are searching for a suspect who they say ran from officers when they tried to serve a narcotics warrant.
Former US Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years on disputed charges has been released
Russia has released an American military veteran, allowing his return to the U.S. after four years of what his family and U.S. officials allege was wrongful incarceration and abusive treatment that left him near death.
DA's office seeking death penalty in Dominique Moody case
The Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office is seeking the death penalty in the Dominique Moody case.
President Trump used elaborate ruse to fly out of Turkey following summit because of Iran threat, report says
The Washington Post reports President Donald Trump secretly flew out of last month's NATO summit in Turkey on an alternate military aircraft due to an Iranian assassination threat. The operation involved a ruse in which journalists and some White House staffers believed they were on the same plane as the Republican president.
Rising Spotlight: Gray Legal Group
In this week’s Rising Spotlight, Tonya Rivens chats with Mark Gray II from the Gray Legal Group about the things you should do and the things you should avoid when talking to an insurance company after an accident.
Money Monday: Cryptocurrency explained
Cryptocurrency continues to become a larger part of the financial world, but understanding how it all works can still be confusing for many people.
'Ring of Fire' weather pattern sets up across the Carolinas
A 'Ring of Fire' setup may bring severe storms to the Carolinas Tuesday evening into the overnight hours.
South Carolina Republicans hold primary to pick Senate replacement for the late Lindsey Graham
South Carolina Republicans are casting ballots Tuesday in a special primary to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham, one of President Donald Trump's closest allies. His sister, Sen. Darline Graham, is serving as interim senator and also running in the race to fill her brother's seat permanently.
Toyota recalls 655K Camrys over display error that may deactivate turn signals and other indicators
Toyota is recalling about 655,000 Camry vehicles globally due to a display error that may deactivate safety indicators. Most of these cars were sold in the U.S., affecting over 508,000 model year 2025-2026 Camry Hybrids.
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