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ICE activity reported around school in east Charlotte

Parents are urging the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School Board to take action after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity around a school in Charlotte.

A customer checks his shopping receipts while waiting in line at the food court at Costco Wholesale store in Glendale, Calif., on Thursday, April 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes, File)

Inflation cooled again last month as grocery and gas prices fell, few signs of tariff impact yet

Inflation may have picked up slightly last month as President Donald Trump’s widespread tariffs kicked in, a trend economists expect will become more visible in the coming months.

Trump is in Saudi Arabia on the first leg of his 4-day Mideast trip

President Donald Trump kicked off a four-day Middle East trip on Tuesday in Saudi Arabia, putting the focus on sealing economic agreements with a key Mideast ally while shared concerns about Iran’s nuclear program and the war in Gaza dragging on in the background.

Huntersville bridge to close temporarily for deck repairs

N.C. Department of Transportation bridge maintenance crews will temporarily close the bridge on McCoy Road over Torrence Creek on May 19 to make improvements to the structure's timber deck.

What the Tech: Extra paycheck in May

Instead of letting it slip away on impulse purchases, here are some smart tech upgrades that can make your life more efficient, secure, and even healthier.

NC and SC Attorneys General to WeChat: You have 30 days to address drug money laundering

They say the app is being used by Chinese brokers to help Mexican cartels move drug money out of the U.S. and back to their suppliers.

Residents Call For Speed Bumps After Crash

New video shows moment a speeding van slams into a north Charlotte home

The crash happened in the Nevin Glen neighborhood. That's on Graypark Drive. Video shows the van speeding through the neighborhood, narrowly missing a child.

Local motel scene of another deadly shooting

An investigation is underway following another shooting at a west Charlotte motel. It happened around six on Monday evening at the Loyalty Inn on Lucky Penny Street.

Group of advocates, residents weigh in on Charlotte's $3.6B budget

Charlotte City Council will soon decide how to spend its $3.6 billion dollar budget. In a council meeting Monday, 24 residents signed up to speak in front of city leaders about what they believe should be funded.

Colin Mochrie in Spartanburg this weekend

Adam Wurtzel got to chat with "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" star Colin Mochrie about his upcoming show in Spartanburg.

2025 Cheerwine Festival returns to Salisbury May 17th

WCCB has the full event schedule, vendor locations, and festival map for this year's famous Cheerwine Festival on May 17th.

House Republicans unveil Medicaid cuts that Democrats warn will leave millions without care

House Republicans have unveiled the cost-saving centerpiece of President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill.”

UPDATE: Three adults and three juveniles are charged in the murder of a Lancaster woman

Three adults and three juveniles are charged with the murder of a woman in Lancaster and a burglary at a convenience store.

A person walks in the rain over a pedestrian bridge during a practice round for the PGA Championship golf tournament at the Quail Hollow Club, Monday, May 12, 2025, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Matt York)

PGA Championship gets heavy rain and no spectators for first official day of practice

The week of the PGA Championship is starting with a lot of rain and sitting around. Scottie Scheffler is among the few who got in some practice.

Trump signs executive order setting 30-day deadline for drugmakers to lower prescription drug costs

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order setting a 30-day deadline for drugmakers to electively lower the cost of prescription drugs in the U.S. or face new limits down the road over what the government will pay.

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NASCAR drivers to honor fallen soldiers at upcoming race in Charlotte

As part of NASCAR’s 600 miles of remembrance at Charlotte Motor Speedway, every car on the track carries the name of a fallen service member across its windshield, ensuring their legacy lives on in front of thousands of fans and millions watching around the world.