Search Intensifies For Missing College Student Riley Strain
In the search for a missing college student, emergency management officials have shut down a Nashville dam to look for any clues leading to 22-year-old Riley Strain.
ACC Sues Clemson In North Carolina, Day After School Filed Lawsuit In South Carolina Against League
A day after Clemson sued the Atlantic Coast Conference, the ACC filed a lawsuit against the school in a North Carolina court, saying the school is breaking its agreements with the league by challenging its exit fees and contract that binds members through their media rights.
Eight Students Injured In Activity Bus Accident In Catawba County
Eight students were treated with minor injuries after a North Carolina activity bus was sideswiped by a car on the highway in Catawba County on Wednesday afternoon.
Federal Reserve Still Foresees 3 Interest Rate Cuts This Year Despite Bump In Inflation
Federal Reserve officials signaled Wednesday that they still expect to cut their key interest rate three times in 2024, fueling a rally on Wall Street, despite signs that inflation remained elevated at the start of the year.
Mecklenburg County Deputy Terminated Following Domestic Violence Protective Order Arrest
A Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office deputy was terminated on Tuesday after a domestic violence protective order violation.
Mint Hill Man Accused Of Statutory Rape With A Child Under 15
Police charged a man in Mint Hill with statutory rape after they allegedly found him with a runaway 14-year-old juvenile.
AP Finds Grueling Conditions In Indian Shrimp Industry That Report Calls 'Dangerous And Abusive'
India is the top supplier of shrimp to the U.S., with Indian shrimp stocked in freezers at most of the nation’s biggest grocery store and restaurant chains.
Suspect Identified In Rowan County Human Trafficking Investigation
The Rowan County Sheriff's Office have arrested Kadeem Zelique Williams for his involvement in a human trafficking investigation involving a 16-year-old girl.
3rd Of 6 Former Officers In Mississippi Gets 17.5 Years For Racist Torture Of 2 Black Men
A third former Mississippi sheriff’s deputy has been sentenced for his part in the racist torture of two Black men by a group of white officers who called themselves "the Goon Squad.” Daniel Opdyke was sentenced Wednesday to 17.5 years in federal prison.
Diesel Fuel Spill On I-85 Causing Delays
A tractor trailer's saddle tank ruptured on I-85 between exits 19 and 21, which is causing significant delays.
Novant Health Lifts Hospital Visitor Restrictions For Those Under The Age Of 13
Beginning March 21 at 7 a.m., all Novant Health hospitals will lift visitor restrictions that were put in place on Dec. 19, 2023 for those under the age of 13.
Powerball Jackpot Rises To $687 Million
The Powerball jackpot keeps on growing as it now stands at $687 million for Wednesday’s drawing.
Charlotte Civic Leader And Breast Cancer Survivor Cathy Bessant Establishes Novant Health Endowed Chair For Breast Health
A journey that began with a breast cancer diagnosis in 2010 came full circle today for Cathy Bessant. In a surprise event, she announced the establishment of the Novant Health Catherine P. Bessant Endowed Chair - Breast Health and recognized Dr. Peter Turk, the surgeon she credits with saving her life, as the inaugural appointee.
Huntersville Murder Suspect Arrested In Virginia
After discovering a dead woman in her SUV, Huntersville Police identified a suspect who was arrested in Virginia.
Atrium Health Updates Masking And Visitor Policies
After observing a steady decrease in respiratory virus cases, Atrium Health is lifting visitor restrictions and modifying masking policies.
Traffic Alert: Road Closure Due To Overturned Tractor Trailer On University City Boulevard
Inbound and out bound lanes are closed at the intersection of University City Boulevard and Pavillion Boulevard due to an overturned tractor trailer.
Charlotte Man Snags First $1 Million Prize In New Game
Charlotte resident Wilbur Grant tried his luck on a $10 scratch-off ticket and won the first $1 million top prize in a new scratch-off game.
French Bulldogs Remain The Most Popular US Breed In New Rankings
The American Kennel Club says French bulldogs are still the United States’ most commonly registered purebreds.
North Carolina County Boards Dismiss Election Protests From Legislator. Recounts Are Next
Elections boards in three northeastern North Carolina counties that make up a House district have dismissed formal protests filed by a 10-term state legislator who is narrowly trailing in his Democratic primary from earlier this month.
Up 'n Adam: International Day Of Happiness
Adam Wurtzel went to Community Matters Café to find out what makes people happy, and give them something happy in the process.
Student Struck By Car At Independence High School
A student was struck by a car at Independence High School on Wednesday, according to a statement released by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
Cooler & (Eventually) Wetter Days Ahead
Wednesday was the warmest day of the week so far - and will likely be the warmest we'll see for the next 7-10 days.
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