Heat Advisories Continue
Heat advisories continue. Scattered strong to severe storms are possible.
Local Animal Shelter Director Demands Tougher Abuse Penalties From Judges
Anson County Animal Shelter director Maureen Lett wants to know why judges are letting convicted animal abusers own animals again.
Parents And Community Activist Call For Change Following Contentious Meeting With Interim Superintendent
Frustration over student achievement boiling over at Tuesday's Charlotte Mecklenburg School Board meeting. It was the first meeting since the interim superintendent walked out of a meeting with faith and community leaders.
Cooper Signs NC Medical Marijuana Bill
NC Governor Roy Cooper signs a bill that addresses arson, drugs, and insurance. Β Cooper had signed three bills into law, including one thatΒ addresses federally approved medicines that contain marijuana or its active ingredient.
Truck Driver Struck During A Hit And Run
The Concord Police Department is requesting the publicβs assistance in locating a vehicle involved in a hit and run crash.Β
CMPD: 2 Suspects Arrested In Connection To Fatal West Charlotte Shooting
Detectives have identified two suspects connected to the fatal shooting of Jayeshbhai Patel in west Charlotte.
Apple, MLS Announce 10-Year Streaming Partnership
Apple and Major League Soccer have announced a 10-year partnership on a streaming service that will allow fans to watch every game without local blackouts or restrictions.
1/6 Panel Postpones Hearing With Ex-Justice Dept. Officials
The House committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol has postponed a hearing that was to feature Trump-era Justice Department officials.
Scattered Storms, Swampy Heat Continues
The dangerous heat wave continues. Isolated afternoon storm chances.
Eastridge Mall Evacuated For Smoke, Police Say
Eastridge Mall in Gastonia was evacuated on Tuesday after a fire broke out and smoke could be seen coming from the mall.
Troopers Investigate Fatal Single-Vehicle Collision In Chesterfield County
The driver of a 1992 Chevrolet pickup died Monday after crashing on SC Highway 9 in Chesterfield County, troopers say.
City Of Charlotte Approves Update To Make It Easier To Request Speed Reduction Measures In Neighborhoods
The City of Charlotte voted to approve an update to its neighborhood traffic calming program on Tuesday that would allow renters to more easily request speed reduction measures.
Hornets Donate $25,000 To Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays
The Charlotte Hornets Foundation announced Tuesday that is has donated $25,000 to Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays, Inc. as its annual Hunger Grant.
CFD: North Charlotte Structure Fire Brought Under Control, $11K In Damages
Firefighters were able to get a structure fire in north Charlotte under control in less than ten minutes Monday night.
6-Year-Old Girl Drowns In Pool At Home In Gastonia
A 6-year-old girl died Saturday after drowning in a pool in the backyard of a Gastonia home, investigators say.
Atrium Health's Levine Children's Hospital Named A "Best Children's Hospital" For 15th Consecutive Year
For the 15th consecutive year, Atrium Healthβs Levine Childrenβs Hospital has been recognized as one of U.S. News & World Reportβs "Best Childrenβs Hospitals.β
Serena Williams Gets Wild-Card Entry For Wimbledon Singles
Serena Williams is going to play at Wimbledon this year.
Yellowstone Closed After Historic Floods; Some Areas Cut Off
Communities bordering Yellowstone National Park are isolated and tourists stranded after record floodwaters knocked out roads and bridges in Wyoming and Montana and forced the closure of all entrances to the park.
Rescued Baby Emu Gets Wheelchair | VIDEO
A 2-month-old special needs emu named Lemu was rescued by a North Carolina sanctuary and gifted a wheelchair.
Firefighters Fight Flames At Cornelius Sports Bar
Multiple agencies responded to a fire at Tropicana Sports Bar in Cornelius early Tuesday morning.
What The Tech: Guided Access
49 states now accept digital proof of auto insurance, two states accept digital driver's licenses and Apple says 11 other states are working to add the ability in the near future. This means people can store those official documents on their iPhones and open the Wallet App when someone asks for proof of a license or insurance.
South Carolina Social Services Holds Walk To Recognize Elder Abuse Awareness Day
S.C. Department of Social Services (DSS) team members will join statewide partners on Wednesday on a walk to recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
WCCB NEWS
π
Formerly Twitter
