CDC To Significantly Ease Pandemic Mask Guidelines Friday
The Biden administration will significantly loosen federal mask-wearing guidelines to protect against COVID-19 transmission on Friday, according to two people familiar with the matter.
Ex-CMS Teacher Charged With Sexual Battery & Indecent Liberties With A Child
A former Hopewell High School teacher was arrested earlier this week on charges for sexual battery and indecent liberties with a child, according to the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office.
UNC Charlotte Partners With Duke Energy To Create The 'PoleVolt' Electric Car Charging Station
Charlotte launches a new electric car charging station using technology from streetlight infrastructures to reduce the cost of charging stations
Police Investigate Overnight Shooting In Gaston County
Police have identified a person of interest in an overnight shooting that left one victim injured in Gaston County on Wednesday.
Boys & Girls Club Of Cabarrus County To Host First In-Person Pancake Day Fundraiser In 3 Years
The Boys & Girls Club of Cabarrus County is bringing its biggest fundraising event of the year, Pancake Day, back in-person for the first time in three years.
Biden Hits Russia With New Sanctions, Says Putin 'Chose' War
President Joe Biden has announced a new round of sanctions targeting Russia after its invasion of Ukraine, charging that Russiaβs Vladimir Putin βchose this warβ and his country will bear the consequences
Detectives Charge Lincolnton Man With Sexual Assault Of A Child
A 25-year-old Lincolnton man has been charged with two felony counts of indecent liberties with a child, according to police.
Russia-Ukraine: What To Know As Russia Attacks Ukraine
Russian troops have launched a broad assault on Ukraine from three sides.
Local High Schools Students to Benefit from U.S. Army ROTC High School Education Day by The Big South Championship
Universities within the Big South Conference will be giving out free goodies and organizers say although registration is full you can still get on the waiting list.
Healthy Headlines: Developmental Delays In Babies During The Pandemic
Developmental delays in babies is an unsettling side effect of COVID-19. Novant Health's Dr. Amra Zuzu talks about those developmental delays and offers advice to parents in this week's Healthy Headlines.
Winthrop University To Take Part Of The Big South's Education Day!
On March 2nd, universities within the Big South Conference will take part of the US Army ROTC Education Day. Winthrop University says it's an honor to be a part of something so great.
Wilson's World: Charlotte Home + Remodeling Show
Wilson stopped by the Park Expo Center to get a look at this year's Charlotte Home + Remodeling Show.
HGTV Names Concord One Of Americaβs Most Charming Small-Town Downtowns
Concord has made HGTV's shortlist for having one of America's most charming small-town downtowns.
Police: Lenoir Man Arrested After Using Lighter, Can Of De-Icer In Attempted Robbery Of Convenience Store
A 29-year-old man has been arrested after using a lighter and a can of de-icer in an attempt to rob a convenience store in Lenoir Wednesday afternoon, according to police.
Ex-Fort Bragg Soldier Sentenced To Prison In Marriage Fraud Case
A federal prosecutor says a former soldier at Fort Bragg has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for his part in a sham marriage and trying to obstruct the testimony of a witness.
Two Teenagers Arrested In Death Of Son Of 'Lizard Lick Towing' Star
Two North Carolina teenagers have been charged in connection with the shooting death of a man whose father was featured in a reality television show about his towing and repossession business.
Hands-Free Cellphone Bill Passes The South Carolina Senate
The South Carolina Senate has given key approval to a bill banning anyone from holding a cellphone while driving.
Warmer Friday, Cool & Cloudy Weekend Ahead
Dense Fog Advisory until 9am. Cloudy and cooler today.
How Much Money Would It Take For You To Quit Social Media For Years?
One teenager gives up social media in exchange for cash. How much money he earned, and how long he stuck to the challenge.
NC Court Releases Redrawn Congressional And State District Maps
AΒ challenge is expected after a three judge panel released the redrawn congressional district maps on Wednesday.Β
Russia Attacks Ukraine As Defiant Putin Warns US, NATO
Russian troops have launched their anticipated attack on Ukraine. Big explosions were heard before dawn in Kyiv, Kharkiv and Odesa as world leaders decried the start of an invasion that could cause massive casualties.
Local Residents Of Ukrainian Decent Worry About Possible Full-Scale Invasion
A local woman with ties to Ukraine says her family there is preparing for a full-scale invasion. Fort Mill resident Kathi Matiaszek continues to follow the latest from Ukraine, where her father grew up, and where her brother and his family live today.
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