Worldβs most popular TikTok star leaves the US after being detained by ICE
The world's most popular TikTok personality has left the U.S. after being detained by immigration agents in Las Vegas.
Inflation rose slightly last month as grocery prices ticked higher
U.S. inflation picked up a bit last month as food costs rose, though overall inflation remained mostly tame.
Army restores the names of seven bases that lost their Confederate-linked names under Biden
Seven Army bases whose names were changed in 2023 because they honored Confederate leaders are all reverting back to their original names.
New therapy approved for RSV in kids
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new monoclonal antibody to protect infants from RSV.
3 girls hit by car while selling lemonade; 2 were airlifted to hospital
It happened in Morganton on Tuesday afternoon. Now, family of one one of the girls is asking drivers to be more aware now that kids are out of school for the summer.
Steamy stretch continues
A sluggish cold front will stall over the Carolinas by Wednesday, keeping the heat, humidity, and storm chances around through the remainder of the week.
DC prepares for Trump's military parade with 18 miles of fencing and 175 magnetometers
As the nation's capital cleans up from the culmination of World Pride this past weekend, focus now shifts to a very different massive event β Saturday's military parade to honor the 250th birthday of the Army and the 79th birthday of President Donald Trump.
Disney paying almost $439 million to take full control of Hulu
Disney will pay Comcast's NBCUniversal nearly $439 million for its stake in Hulu, taking full control of the streaming service.
Pentagon says deploying Marines and National Guard to protests in LA will cost $134 million
Marines and additional National Guard troops are headed to Los Angeles on President Donald Trumpβs orders in response to protests over immigration raids.
NC auto insurance rates are going up 5% on average in settlement
North Carolina automobile insurance rates are poised to increase statewide this fall by a 5% average as part of an agreement reached between state regulators and the insurance industry.
UPDATE: 12 hurt after fight inside south Charlotte fast food restaurant
A fight inside the McDonald's on South Tyron Street ended with 12 people hurt, three of which were taken to the hospital Tuesday morning. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police say the fight happened just before 10:30 am and that no deadly weapon was used.
New roundabout coming to Caldwell County
A contractor for the N.C. Department of Transportation can begin operations this week to build a roundabout at an intersection in Caldwell County to improve safety near two schools.
Highlights from The BET Awards 2025 | PHOTOS
Check out these photos from the 2025 BET Awards ceremony.
What the Tech: New Apple iOS 26
Apple is giving the iPhone a major makeover with iOS 26. Announced at Mondayβs Worldwide Developers Conference, the new update features a redesigned interface, smarter AI features, and several upgrades across Messages, Phone, Safari, and more.
Trump sends Marines and more National Guard members to Los Angeles
President Donald Trump has authorized the deployment of an additional 2,000 National Guard members to help respond to protests in Los Angeles over immigration raids.
Trump heads to Fort Bragg while facing criticism for deploying military at LA protests
President Donald TrumpΒ plans to speak at Fort Bragg on Tuesday to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army as heΒ deploys the militaryΒ in an attempt to quiet immigration protests in Los Angeles.
Pentagon draws up rules on possible use of force by Marines deployed to LA protests
The Pentagon was scrambling Monday to establish rules to guide U.S. Marines who could be faced with the rare and difficult prospect of using force against citizens on American soil.
Procession for fallen Hickory Firefighter who died after helping put out a fire
A procession was held Monday for 20-year-old Jake Bridges. He passed away after helping with a fire early Thursday morning. Hickory Fire says Bridges had a medical emergency while back at the station.
Pineville Police looking for shooter who hurt 1 during illegal street takeover
Police in Pineville are investigating a shooting that happened during an illegal street takeover. Investigators say it happened just after 4 Sunday morning in the Park Road area.
Street vendors will soon have to pay to operate in NoDa
Street vendors in the NoDa neighborhood will soon have to pay a fee and get a permit to operate. Charlotte City Council will plans to vote on a pilot program to expand the areas where street vendors need a permit to sell goods soon.Β
Charlotte protest calls for end to nationwide ICE raids
Monday's rally coming as days of protests in LA escalate in violence. The protests started after ICE arrested large groups unauthorized immigrants in areas with large Hispanic populations.
BET Awards open with Kevin Hart poking fun at honorees and star-packed performances
Kevin HartΒ kicked off the 2025Β BET AwardsΒ with a flurry of jokes on Monday, poking fun at everything from celebrity names to slippery afterparties.
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