Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies at 90
Jimmy Swaggart, the televangelist whose multimillion-dollar ministry was crippled by his encounters with prostitutes, has died. He was 90.
Senate strikes AI provision from GOP bill after uproar from the states
A proposal to deter states from regulating artificial intelligence for a decade was soundly defeated in the U.S. Senate on Tuesday, thwarting attempts to insert the measure into President Donald Trump’s big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts.
Musk proposes a new political party, Trump suggests DOGE ‘might have to go back and eat Elon’
Elon Musk’s feud with President Donald Trump — and seemingly any congressional Republicans who support the president’s massive tax cuts and spending package — has reignited.
Scattered storms Tuesday, drying out into holiday weekend
A Level 1 (out of 5) severe risk has been posted for much of the WCCB Charlotte viewing area this afternoon and evening.
Mike Bryant sworn-in as new Mecklenburg County Manager
Bryant was sworn into office on Monday. He is taking over for Dena Diorio, who's retiring after 11 years.
Federal and state officials crack down on healthcare fraud in the Carolinas
Nine people are now facing charges, accused of stealing millions from Medicaid in North and South Carolina. The alleged schemes involved submitting fraudulent claims for services that were never given, using stolen patient information.
NC Sheriff charged with sexual battery and solicitation
72-year-old Curtis Cochran was arrested Friday. He's facing four state charges and three charges under the Cherokee Code, including two for "oppression in office."
CMPD issues warning about massive increase in cell phone thefts in South End
CMPD is putting out a warning about cell phone thieves in South End. WCCB first told you about this in May.
SBI raids Pagan Clubhouse after deadly shooting at Outlaw Clubhouse, arrests 1
We're working to learn more about a law enforcement raid on a rival motorcycle club in Caldwell County connected to a deadly shooting.
Iredell Co. Sheriff's Deputy shoots man with knife who was trying to get inside a Family Dollar
There were customers inside the store. The deputy parked his car in front of the store's entrance and tried to get the man to drop the weapon.
Elisa Baker to be released from state prison on July 2
Elisa Baker has spent nearly 14 years in prison for the second degree murder of Zahra Baker.
Study ranks Charlotte DMV locations the worst in the nation
The Queen City is claiming the top spot on a list it does not want to be on. Charlotte is home to the worst DMV location in the country. Charlotte not only claims the very top spot, but two other spots in the top five worst locations nationwide.
Reports: Lara Trump could run for Thom Tillis' seat
President Donald Trump's daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, could run for NC Senator Thom Tillis' seat.
NC Sen. Thom Tillis announces he will not seek re-election
Just one day after voting against President Donald Trump's budget bill, NC Senator Thom Tillis says he is not running for re-election next year. Tillis said he could not support the bill because of potential cuts to Medicaid.
Where to watch fireworks around Charlotte
Check out this list of where to celebrate and watch the fireworks on the 4th of July.
High-end kitchen and cabinetry design firm to open second location in Chantilly neighbor
A high-end kitchen & cabinetry design firm announces the opening of its second location in Charlotte.
She's got game: WNBA expansion coming in 2028 - Who's getting a team?
Three cities are set to join the WNBA as expansion franchises starting in 2028.
Up 'n Adam: Hook & Reel
Adam Wurtzel went to Hook & Reel in the Rivergate shopping center to learn more about the signature seafood boils.
Trump administration finds Harvard failed to protect Jewish students, threatens to cut all funding
Harvard University failed to protect Jewish students from harassment, the Trump administration concluded after an investigation, threatening to cut all federal funding from the Ivy League school if it fails to take action.
Supreme Court throws out appellate rulings in favor of transgender people in NC and 3 other states
The Supreme Court has thrown out appellate rulings in favor of transgender people in four states following the justices’ recent decision upholding a Tennessee ban on certain medical treatment for transgender youths.
Statewide 'Booze It & Lose It’ Campaign in effect through July 6
The N.C. Governor's Highway Safety Program launched its “Operation Firecracker Booze It & Lose It" campaign to promote safe driving around the state
Suspected drug dealer charged following overdose death in Monroe
A suspected drug dealer is in jail charged in connection to the overdose death of a man in Monroe. Police arrested 52-year-old Fredrick Bivens on Saturday.
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