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Panthers Stadium Extends Naming Rights Agreement With Bank Of America

The Carolina Panthers and Bank of America agreed to an extension for the naming rights for Bank of America Stadium, the team announced Wednesday.

Airport Expecting High Passenger Traffic Through Start Of 2024

Winter holiday travel begins Thursday at CLT and will continue through Wednesday, Jan. 3. with higher-than-normal passenger volumes.

Police Searching For Runaway Teen In Kings Mountain

The Kings Mountain Police Department are searching for a 17-year-old girl that ran away from home Wednesday morning.

Year's Most Active Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight

The Geminids, which can produce over 100 meteors per hour at its peak, reaches a crescendo tonight.

Former Gastonia Police Officer Faces 32 Felony Charges

A former Gastonia Police Officer faces 32 felony charges following a lengthy joint investigation by Gastonia Police Department and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

NASCAR Hall Of Fame Opens Two New Exhibits Featuring Kevin Harvick And Kurt Busch

The NASCAR Hall of Fame has opened two new exhibits to honor the successes and careers of Kevin Harvick and Kurt Busch.

Tesla Recalls Nearly All Vehicles Sold In US To Fix System That Monitors Drivers Using Autopilot

Tesla is recalling nearly all vehicles sold in the U.S., more than 2 million, to update software and fix a defective system that’s supposed to ensure drivers are paying attention when using Autopilot.

Highs Get Over Hump

Temperatures reach the upper 50s around the Piedmont and Foothills today, but an incoming cold front will slam the door on warmer air for now.

Deadline Approaches To Sign Up For Marketplace Health Care

Some don't know if they qualify, others who are already using Marketplace health care, commonly known as Obamacare, aren't sure if they should switch coverage with the deadline coming up soon.

Neighbors Push Back Against Plans For Rock Hill Townhome Development

Tensions flaring as neighbors push back on a proposed townhome community in Rock Hill. A developer wants to build more than 200 townhomes on a 40 acre plot near Northwestern High School.

STUDY: Patients Using Weight Loss Drug Regained Weight After Stopping Treatment

Patients using Eli Lilly's weight loss drug Zepbound experienced a 14% weight regain during a one year study. Those continuing to use the drug lost an additional 5.5% of their bodyweight.

Gaston County Has 4th Confirmed Rabies Case Of 2023

Gaston County confirms its fourth rabies case of 2023 after a raccoon was found ill under a resident's porch.

DHEC Confirms 2023 Season's First Pediatric Flu-Related Death In South Carolina

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced today that the state has suffered its first pediatric flu-related death of the season.

With Ukraine Aid In Peril, Zelenskyy Pleads His Cause On Capitol Hill And At The White House

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has told leaders in Congress that with U.S. aid his country can win the war with Russia.

AP: Kwamé Ryan To Become Music Director Of Charlotte Symphony In 2024-25

Kwamé Ryan was hired Tuesday as music director of the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra in North Carolina and given a four-year contract to start with the 2024-25 season.

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Monroe Police: Owner Of Union Soccer Academy Obtains Additional Child Sexual Assault Charges

Detectives with the Monroe Police Department charged Jorge Palma with four additional crimes relating to a previous sexual assault investigation at the Union Soccer Academy in Monroe, NC.

CMPD Releases Body Cam Footage From Viral Video Arrests Of Two Bojangles Employees

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department released video of an incident involving officers and two Bojangles employees who were arrested for reportedly smoking marijuana on a public bench, according to police.

Better Business Bureau's Tips To Avoid Holiday Scams

The Better Business Bureau provides tips for dealing with holiday pop-up shops, porch pirates and text message scams.

Community Culinary School of Charlotte and GenOne Named BofA’s 2023 Neighborhood Builders

Bank of America today announced Community Culinary School of Charlotte (CCSC) and GenOne as the 2023 Neighborhood Builders® awardees for their work advancing economic mobility and building up underserved neighborhoods in Charlotte.

Mecklenburg County Woman Wins $2 Million Lottery Prize

Jennifer Grullon tried her luck on a $20 dollar scratch off and won a $2 million prize.

Speedway Children's Charities Distributes Record $2 Million To NC Nonprofits

SCC Charlotte will distribute $1.78 million in grants to 94 deserving charities throughout the region, while SCC’s new North Wilkesboro chapter will distribute $215,000.