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Don't Waste Your Money: Sub Renewal Scams

We have a warning about a strange email many people are getting saying it's time to renew an online subscription for next year, but John Matarese says watch out if you get it so you don't waste your money.

Stanly County Schools Closed Wednesday Due to Natural Gas Outage

All athletic events and other after-school activities are canceled for these schools.

Union Co. School Board Votes To Start 2023 School Year Aug. 9

The Union County School Board is going rogue and not following state law when it comes to the school calendar.

Superintendent Search Community Survey Results Presented To CMS Board

The results are in. We're learning what the community wants to see in the next CMS Superintendent. District leaders brought in a local consulting group to survey parents, teachers, and people in the community.

Political Wrap: U.s. Covid Deaths Nearing 500,000; Texas Power Grid

NC Lawmakers To Review State's Power Grid Vulnerability Following Attack In Moore Co.

North Carolina's top legislative leaders said Tuesday that the General Assembly will review what can be done to protect the state's power transmission system following the Duke Energy substation shooting attacks this month that put Moore County in the dark for days.

NC Attorney General Josh Stein Brings Online Safety Program To CMS

North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein introduced a new program to Charlotte-Mecklenburg County Schools on Tuesday. The program called "Family Technology Agreement."

Doctors Warn The Holidays Can Trigger Stress, Anxiety & Depression

Studies show that alcohol use increases by 70% during the month of December compared to other times of the year. Doctors say if you are in recovery and slip up, there are resources available to help.

Former VP Mike Pence Attends Dedication Of Billy Graham Library Expansion

Former Vice President Mike Pence traveled to Charlotte to attend the ribbon cutting of the Billy Kim Hall which will allow for training and events at the Billy Graham Library.

Gaston County Child Shot and Killed

Gaston County Police called to a mobile home park off Hickory Grove Road north of Belmont

Two Men Charged With Death By Distribution In Connection To Girl's Overdose In Gaston Co.

Two men are facing charges in connection to the death of a girl who overdosed on Fentanyl pills. The girl died September 26th. Officers found her unresponsive in the 800 block of Kiser Road near Bessemer City.

North Carolina Attorney General To Weigh Charges In Meadows Voter Fraud Case

The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation said it has submitted to state prosecutors the findings of its voter fraud probe into Mark Meadows.

Fallen Highway Sign on I-77SB Near Carowinds Boulevard Causes Backups

Drivers experienced heavy delays and congestion on Interstate-77 Southbound at exit 90.

US Scientists Set to Announce Fusion Energy Breakthrough

Scientists are expected to announce a major advance in the long-running quest to harness fusion, the energy that powers the sun and stars. Press conference expected at 10:30am.

Play of the Day: Teddy Bear Toss

The play of the day making lots of kids' Christmas a little brighter.

Possible Motive in Murdaugh Murders

Disgraced South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh will go to trial this January.

Dry And Cool Tuesday, Soggy Weather Returns Midweek

Dry and Cool Today, Cold Front Brings Rain, Colder End to the Week

Last dry day. Heavy rain moves in Wednesday evening.

Wingate University Wraps Up A Successful Fall Sports Season

Wingate University just wrapped up it's fall sports season and a number of teams finished with some impressive runs in their NCAA's.

What the Tech: Gift Ideas for Her

If you search Amazon for gift ideas for women, you're not going to see many tech gadgets. But women do love tech and they're going to love these gifts and be surprised you thought of them.

Prosecution Rests On Day 3 Of CMPD Officer Phillip Barker Trial, Closing Arguments Scheduled For Tuesday

Closing arguments are expected Tuesday morning in the trial of CMPD Officer Phillip Barker. He's accused of killing a CPCC student, James Short, in 2017 while responding to a call.

CMPD Addresses Concerns About 911 Response Time Amid Staffing Shortage

We're learning more about how staffing shortages are impacting 911 response times in Mecklenburg County. Some 911 callers have complained about being left on hold for several minutes during an emergency situation.