Up 'n Adam: Kannapolis Cannon Ballers
Adam Wurtzel went to Atrium Health Ballpark, the home of the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers to learn about the team, and get a lesson from one of their players.
NC foster care system at "breaking point," 10,000+ kids in state need foster care
May is Foster Care Month in North Carolina. Parents and advocates say the state is facing a critical shortage of foster families. More than 10,000 children are in the system, waiting for a stable home.
Violent weekend in Charlotte leaves 3 people dead, including 2 teens
All three cases are under investigation. Call Crimestoppers if you have any information that can help police.
Lyles casts tie-breaking vote to appoint Edwin Peacock to Tariq Bokhari's vacant seat, instead of Bokhari's wife
A familiar face is back on Charlotte City Council to fill the open seat previously occupied by Republican Tariq Bokhari. Edwin Peacock will serve as District 6 representative until the end of the year.
Blumenthal Arts announces the 12th annual Blumey award winners
The 12th annual Blumenthal Arts High School Musical Theater Awards culminated Sunday, May 18, at a gala award celebration where winners in 15 categories were announced and nominees for Best Actor, Best Actress, and Bank of America Best Musical performed live on stage at the Belk Theater.
Supreme Court allows Trump to strip protections from some Venezuelans; deportations could follow
The Supreme Court is allowing the Trump administration to strip legal protections from 350,000 Venezuelans, potentially exposing them to deportation.
Gov. Stein proposes more money to help with Helene recovery
Governor Josh Stein is recommending an additional $891 million dollars to help western North Carolina rebuild in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
Fire at construction site in Harrisburg
A large fire was reported Monday morning at a construction site in Harrisburg.
Funko Pop! Yourself for Grad's and Dad's
Adam Wurtzel transformed into a Funko Pop! Yourself, as he spoke with Funko general manager Jen Hann about a unique gift idea for recent graduates and Father's Day.
Up 'n Adam: National Pizza Party Day
Adam Wurtzel went to Basilico Italiano in Concord to celebrate National Pizza Party Day.
Scottie Scheffler pulls away to win PGA Championship for 3rd major title
Scottie Scheffler has won the PGA Championship for his third major title
Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte
View a full list of the biggest names and concerts happening around Charlotte this week.
Former President Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer
Former PresidentΒ Joe BidenΒ has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, his office said Sunday.
βFinal Destination: Bloodlinesβ tops box office while The Weekndβs movie falters
Death is not looming for the βFinal Destinationβ franchise at the box office.
Pope Leo XIV vows to work for unity so Catholic Church becomes a sign of peace in the world
Pope Leo XIV, historyβs first American pope, has vowed to work for unity so that the Catholic Church becomes a sign of peace in the world.
Mayor of McAdenville passes away
McAdenville is mourning the loss of its town mayor.
York County deputy arrested for animal mistreatment
A York County deputy has been charged with felony ill-treatment of animals.Β
Mexican tall ship strikes Brooklyn Bridge, snapping masts and killing 2 crew members
A Mexican navy sailing ship on a global goodwill tour struck the Brooklyn Bridge in New York, snapping its three masts, killing two crew members.
17-year-old killed in shooting near Uptown
A 17-year-old was killed in an early morning shooting near Uptown
Man shot and killed at West Charlotte food truck lot
CMPD says 27-year-old Najee Pendergrass was shot and killed early Saturday morning at a food truck lot off Freedom Drive in West Charlotte.
Toasty temps continue
Highs remain in the mid-80s for the Piedmont and Foothills through the weekend.
Trump warns Walmart: Don't raise prices due to my tariffs but do eat the costs from those taxes
President Donald Trump on Saturday ripped into Walmart, saying on social media that the retail giant should eat the additional costs created by his tariffs.
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