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ALDI Wedding: Win a Free Wedding and Free Groceries for a Year

Enter to win a free wedding for you and your boo, plus a reception for up to 50 of your friends and family - and free groceries for a year.

Gastonia Authorities Investigating Arson Attempt at Tony's Ice Cream

Recently released surveillance video shows an unidentified suspect breaking open a window on the side of Tony’s ice cream before throwing an incendiary device inside early Thursday morning.

Scattered Storms With Isolated Flooding Possible Friday

Miserable Summer Heat & Humidity Press On

But look on the bright side... only seven weeks away from fall!

Some North Carolina Abortion Clinics Are Inundated With Out-Of-State Patients

Women across the southeast have been traveling to North Carolina from other states for abortion services.

Saildrone: A New Technology To Help Improve Hurricane Forecasting In The Future

Saildrone and NOAA are launching wind and solar powered ocean drones to improve hurricane forecasting

'Stray': How A virtual Orange Tabby Is Helping Real Cats

A new video game sensation that features an adventurous feline has resonated with cat lovers and some of them are using the game to raise money for real cats.

Comedian Cheyenne Boozer Performs Stands Up At SouthEnd Common Market

Local Charlotte Comedian, Cheyenne Boozer is set to hit the stage on August 5th at 7:00 p.m.

AP: DeSantis Suspends Elected Prosecutor Over New Abortion Law

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has suspended the elected state prosecutor of Tampa for pledging not to enforce the state’s new 15-week abortion ban and for supporting gender transition treatments for minors.

Lincoln County Deputies Searching For Missing Woman

The Lincolnton County Sheriff's Office is requesting the public's help in locating a missing woman.

Feds Charge 4 Police Officers In Fatal Breonna Taylor Raid

The U.S. Justice Department announced civil rights charges Thursday against four Louisville police officers over the drug raid that led to the death of Breonna Taylor, a Black woman whose fatal shooting contributed to the racial justice protests that rocked the U.S. in the spring and summer of 2020.

$1,000 A Day For Life Prize Won In Gaston County Using Online Play

Someone using Online Play bought a Lucky for Life ticket for Wednesday’s drawing and won a prize that will pay them $1,000 a day for the rest of their life.

Munich's Oktoberfest Finally Back On After Pandemic Pause

Germany's annual Oktoberfest festival is finally on again for this fall, following a two-year hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic, the head of the famous Bavarian beer festival said Thursday.

Smart Shopper: Free Chocolate Chip Cookie At Tiff's Treats!

Tiff's Treats is giving a warm chocolate chip cookie to all of its loyal customers. For one day only, get a FREE cookie at any location.

Coors Banquet Launches Initiative In Support Of Firefighters During Fire Season

With the hottest time of the year upon us and fires raging across the country, Coors Banquet is making sure that for every beer sold, support goes to the heroes in yellow who run toward the flames.

Lincoln County Deputy Stops Distressed Man From Jumping Off Bridge

A Lincoln County Sheriff's deputy is being credited with saving a man from jumping from a bridge into the South Fork River.

Robinhood Is Closing Its Charlotte Office, 23% Of Employees To Be Laid Off

Stock-trading app service Robinhood is closing its Charlotte office amid a new round of layoffs.

Russian Judge Convicts WNBA's Griner, Gives 9-Year Sentence

A judge in Russia convicted American basketball star Brittney Griner of drug possession and smuggling Thursday and sentenced her to nine years in prison for drug possession and smuggling.

Gastonia Police: Ice Cream Shop Fire Intentionally Set

Police have released surveillance footage of a man setting fire to Tony's Ice Cream shop in Gastonia.

The Bright Spot: Celebrate National Beer Day at Petty Thieves

Charlotte is known for its wide selection of craft breweries, but Petty Thieves Brewing is bringing more than just tasty brews to the table.

Australia To Protect Barrier Reef By Banning Coal Mine

Australia’s new government announced on Thursday it plans to prevent development of a coal mine due to the potential impact on the nearby Great Barrier Reef.