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'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.

Typical Summertime Pattern Through The Weekend

Hot and Humid Days with PM Storms

Typical summer-time pattern persists through the start of the weekend

Covid And Monkeypox Cases On The Rise In The Carolinas

Health Leaders: Monkeypox, Covid-19 Cases On The Rise Across The Carolinas

Local health leaders across South and North Carolina are urging people to take precautions.

Former CMS Teacher Running For School Board In District 1 Race

A former Charlotte-Mecklenburg School teacher is hitting the campaign trail. Melissa Easley is running for school board in district 1, the seat being vacated by long-time board member Rhonda Cheek.

UN Chief Criticizes `Grotesque Greed' Of Oil Companies

The United Nations chief is sharply criticizing the “grotesque greed” of oil and gas companies for making record profits from the energy crisis on the back of the world’s poorest people.