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Panthers sign second-rounder Lee Hunter to rookie contract, all 2026 draft picks officially signed

The Carolina Panthers’ second-round pick Lee Hunter signed his four-year rookie contract on Friday.

Up 'n Adam: Grey's Diner + Community Kitchen

Adam Wurtzel went to Grey's Diner + Community Kitchen to meet the Michelin recognized chef behind the restaurant.

Community Members Design Alternate Plans For I 77 Toll Project

Sustain Charlotte offers new ideas for I-77 toll lanes project

Sustain Charlotte has been one of the most vocal groups against NCDOT's ideas. On Thursday, they presented three concepts to connect west Charlotte to Uptown.

Groundbreaking on $20M economic development hub near old Eastland Mall site

Spark Centro is the newest workforce development hub for the city. The plan is to re-design this large property near the old Eastland Mall to be a place for small businesses to get the support and resources to grow.

No Property Tax Increase In Proposed Meck Co 2027 Budget

No property tax increase in proposed 2027 Mecklenburg County budget

The county manager is recommending a $2.6 billion budget that keeps the property tax rate at its current level. Mike Bryant presented his proposed budget to the Board of County Commissioners on Thursday.

Driver And Passenger Killed In Fiery Crash

Two teens killed in deadly, fiery wreck in southwest Charlotte

Two teens are the victims in a deadly wreck in southwest Charlotte. We brought you this as breaking news Wednesday night on your WCCB News at 9.

Father Charged With Murdering 8 Month Old Son

Charlotte father charged with murdering his eight-month-old son

According to court documents, Nieves Acosta-Maldonado admitted to forcefully putting the baby in a crib several times while watching him on May 3rd, dropping him on his back and shaking the baby.

CMPD on scene of reported shooting in Uptown Charlotte

The scene is on East 8th Street, at the First Ward Park Apartments.

Local Shrine Parade Unit builds and dedicates kart in memory of late local mayor

Next time you see a Shriners Club parade unit, keep an eye out for a special kart with a special meaning.

Carolina Panthers 2026 season schedule: Dates, times, opponents

The Carolina Panthers 2026 regular season schedule was released Thursday night and includes three primetime games.

What to know about a Tennessee man known for making racist videos now charged with attempted murder

A Tennessee man who goes by the moniker Chud the Builder and is known for posting racist videos is charged with attempted murder.

Saturday on WCCB: Charlotte Crown Season Opener

Don’t miss your chance to witness the season opener for the area’s newest sports franchise!

Mandatory water restrictions begin Friday: Here’s what to know

Mandatory water restrictions across the Charlotte area go into effect on Friday, May 15.

US Border Patrol chief Michael Banks is resigning, in latest DHS leadership change

The head of U.S. Border Patrol, the agency tasked with securing the nation’s frontiers and increasingly tapped by the Trump administration for immigration operations in American cities.

Two 17-year-olds killed in fiery southwest Charlotte crash

Two people died and another was seriously hurt after a car crash in southwest Charlotte.

Senators approve withholding their own pay during government shutdowns

Senators have unanimously approved a resolution to withhold their pay during government shutdowns.

Retail sales growth slowed in April from March as higher gas cost leaves less room for nonessentials

Shoppers tempered their spending in April as higher gas prices fueled by the Iran war meant less money left over for some nonessentials like clothing and furniture.

Charlotte father charged in 8-month-old baby's death

A man is facing charges after his 8-month-old baby died from nonaccidental head trauma.

Rising Spotlight: Body Works Plus

In this week's Rising Spotlight, Tonya Rivens sits down with Brian Davies, president and owner of Body Works Plus here in Charlotte, to talk about the topic of “steering”, how you have the right in North Carolina to choose the repair shop you work with, and why it’s so important to know your rights now before a collision happens.