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What The Tech: Summer Heat and Smartphones

Don’t be surprised if your phone suddenly plays Kool and the Gang’s Too Hot, or Bananarama’s “Cruel Summer”. Nothing damages the phone like hot weather and water.

CMS: Board Of Education Approves 3-Year Plan For Academically Gifted Students

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board Of Education approved a new three-year plan to address the needs of Academically or Intellectually Gifted (AIG) students.

CLT Charity Golf Tournament Raises Over $102,000 For Habitat For Humanity

Airport Community Partners, supported by Charlotte Douglas International Airport, raised a record $102,075 for Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region's planned neighborhood revitalization at the Meadows at Plato Price.

Charlotte Events with Moira Quinn

Moira Quinn with Charlotte Center City Partners always knows the fun events happening around town. Today she's running through her latest finds.

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The Charlotte Symphony Returns To Truist Field

The Charlotte Symphony returns to Truist Field, home of the Charlotte Knights, for a rousing salute to America. "Celebrate America" will include patriotic favorites and memorable anthems and marches — all topped off by a fireworks finale, backdropped by the Charlotte skyline! 

Heat Advisories Continue

Heat advisories continue. Scattered strong to severe storms are possible.

Local Animal Shelter Director Demands Tougher Abuse Penalties From Judges

Anson County Animal Shelter director Maureen Lett wants to know why judges are letting convicted animal abusers own animals again.

Parents And Community Activist Call For Change Following Contentious Meeting With Interim Superintendent

Frustration over student achievement boiling over at Tuesday's Charlotte Mecklenburg School Board meeting. It was the first meeting since the interim superintendent walked out of a meeting with faith and community leaders.

Cooper Signs NC Medical Marijuana Bill

NC Governor Roy Cooper signs a bill that addresses arson, drugs, and insurance. Cooper had signed three bills into law, including one that addresses federally approved medicines that contain marijuana or its active ingredient.

Truck Driver Struck During A Hit And Run

The Concord Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a vehicle involved in a hit and run crash.

CMPD: 2 Suspects Arrested In Connection To Fatal West Charlotte Shooting

Detectives have identified two suspects connected to the fatal shooting of Jayeshbhai Patel in west Charlotte.

Apple, MLS Announce 10-Year Streaming Partnership

Apple and Major League Soccer have announced a 10-year partnership on a streaming service that will allow fans to watch every game without local blackouts or restrictions.

1/6 Panel Postpones Hearing With Ex-Justice Dept. Officials

The House committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol has postponed a hearing that was to feature Trump-era Justice Department officials.

Scattered Storms, Swampy Heat Continues

The dangerous heat wave continues. Isolated afternoon storm chances.

Eastridge Mall Evacuated For Smoke, Police Say

Eastridge Mall in Gastonia was evacuated on Tuesday after a fire broke out and smoke could be seen coming from the mall.

Troopers Investigate Fatal Single-Vehicle Collision In Chesterfield County

The driver of a 1992 Chevrolet pickup died Monday after crashing on SC Highway 9 in Chesterfield County, troopers say.

City Of Charlotte Approves Update To Make It Easier To Request Speed Reduction Measures In Neighborhoods

The City of Charlotte voted to approve an update to its neighborhood traffic calming program on Tuesday that would allow renters to more easily request speed reduction measures.

Hornets Donate $25,000 To Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays

The Charlotte Hornets Foundation announced Tuesday that is has donated $25,000 to Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays, Inc. as its annual Hunger Grant.

CFD: North Charlotte Structure Fire Brought Under Control, $11K In Damages

Firefighters were able to get a structure fire in north Charlotte under control in less than ten minutes Monday night.

6-Year-Old Girl Drowns In Pool At Home In Gastonia

A 6-year-old girl died Saturday after drowning in a pool in the backyard of a Gastonia home, investigators say.

Atrium Health's Levine Children's Hospital Named A "Best Children's Hospital" For 15th Consecutive Year

For the 15th consecutive year, Atrium Health’s Levine Children’s Hospital has been recognized as one of U.S. News & World Report’s "Best Children’s Hospitals.”