Charlotte Man's Cigar Craving Led To $1 Million Powerball Win
John Gerenza of Charlotte wanted a cigar so he stopped at a grocery store, decided to play Powerball too, and walked out with a ticket that would win him $1 million.
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John Gerenza of Charlotte wanted a cigar so he stopped at a grocery store, decided to play Powerball too, and walked out with a ticket that would win him $1 million.
We keep hearing that jobs are plentiful, and that companies are begging to find workers. That's still true in many cases. But a growing number of companies are starting to slow their hiring.
Christopher Lawing is joining the Rising team to showcase his book, " Charlotte: The Signs of the Times" and to discuss the Queen City's rich history.Β
Elementary, middle, and high school students will hear the first bell ring in a few weeks and teachers are already getting their classrooms and course schedules set. One thing that hasn't changed much since parents were in school themselves is how teachers communicate outside of the classroom.
The Mega Millions jackpot has been raised again in anticipation of Fridayβs drawing, now totaling $660 million. The $660 million jackpot represents the third largest in the 20-year history of the game.
Dynamic Health Carolinas to host Open House For Federal Workers on Thursday, August 4th from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
The Rowan Chamberβs Eighth Annual Dragon Boat Festival is Saturday, July 23 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Even hotter for the weekend ahead.
Coverage for severe storms today is not as wide, but the threat remains as storms will still be possible through this evening.
A spokesman for the city of Charlotte confirmed with WCCB that Tepper Sports and Entertainment no longer plans to build a youth soccer academy or soccer fields at the Eastland development site.Β
Todayβs Smart Shopper is dedicated to the kids. Iβm going to tell you the best splash pads around town!
Police have taken a suspect in custody for the shooting death of 48-year-old Gary Randolph. Marquest Latham, 35, has been charged with murder.
Soul Gastrolounge now joins a long list of locally-owned businesses that have been forced out of Plaza Midwood due to increased rent.
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre releases a statement after Pres. Biden tests positive for COVID-19.
Strong to severe storms are possible today with the threat of damaging wind and flash flooding.
Charlotte Fire crews responded to a 5-alarm structure fire at the ExtraSpace Storage facility just before 11:30 Wednesday night. Traffic impacts are expected through the morning on S. Tryon south of Nevada Blvd.
The debate over I-77 tolls is heating up again. A local transportation board is debating an unsolicited proposal from a private company to build toll lanes from Uptown Charlotte to the South Carolina border.
UNC-Charlotte's SDG club launched Project Crayon to roaring success last year. Leader Mackenzie Smart says this year will be even bigger.
CMPD located 30-year-old Davonte Ponder, who was missing in the Providence Country Club area.
Severe weather on Thursday. Melting heat by the weekend. The point is, you won't have a great time outside over the next few days.
Investigations are underway after a 2-year-old boy was found dead in a retention pond on the evening of Tuesday, July 19th.Β
Gaston County Police are searching for 27-year-old Quintin Roark.Β
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