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Smart Shopper: Free Milkshake At Wayback Burgers!

Smart Shopper: Free Chocolate Milkshake At Wayback Burgers!

This June 25th, 2022 you can score a free chocolate milkshake at Wayback Burgers, and there’s no purchase necessary.

Fin-Tastic! Growing 'Mermaiding' Subculture Makes A Splash | PHOTOS

Across the world, people are increasingly embracing the subculture of “mermaiding.”

What The Tech: Apple Shortcuts

More than likely you've seen the Shortcuts app on the iPhone or iPad but since you didn't know what it does, you've never opened it. Maybe you deleted it. Apple introduced the Shortcuts app several years ago as a way iPhone and iPad users can do many things with just one tap on the screen or one request to Siri.

Mecklenburg County Adopts $2.2 Billion Operating Budget For 2023

The Board of County Commissioners has adopted a $2.2 billion operating budget for the Fiscal Year of 2023 in Mecklenburg County.

Kannapolis Police Search For Those Responsible In Deadly Shooting

Kannapolis Police are searching for suspects wanted in the shooting death of a person Wednesday night.

Sticky and Stormy Weather Returns

Tropical feels and afternoon storms make a comeback to end the work week.

CMPD: 16-Year-Old Killed, Another Injured In South Charlotte Shooting

Police say a victim found dead inside a car in south Charlotte suffering from a gunshot wound on Tuesday has been identified as as 16-year-old Jeferson Josue Landaverde.

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First Lightning Fatality in 2022

The first known lightning fatality of 2022 occurred Wednesday morning south of Los Angeles, California

West Charlotte Community Marches To Remember Victims Of Deadly 2020 Juneteenth Shooting

Dozens of people are calling for an increased effort from CMPD and the commiunity to find those responsible for killing four people at a Juneteenth block party in 2020.

Hottest Temperature In Nearly 10 Years

Charlotte has reached 101° which makes this the hottest temperature in 3,636 days.

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Storm Drain Art Created In Catawba County To Prevent Littering In Public Parks | PHOTOS

A collaborative community beautification initiative has been unveiled at two Hickory parks in an attempt to prevent littering and promote environmental protection.

Tickets On Sale For The 2022 Duke's Mayo Classic

Tickets are now on sale for the 2022 Duke's Mayo Classic featuring N.C. AT&T Vs. NCCU, according to The Charlotte Sports Foundation.

Deputies: Missing Lincoln County Man Found Safe

Lincoln County detectives say missing 55-year-old Eddie Abernathy has been found safe in a neighboring county.

New Social District In Downtown Albemarle To Allow Alcoholic Drinks On Sidewalks, Public Areas

People will soon be able to enjoy their favorite alcoholic beverages while strolling the streets of downtown Albemarle thanks to the implementation of a new social district.

Yellowstone Park Reopens After Changes Wrought By Flood

Hundreds of cars, trucks and recreational vehicles are backed up in long lines at entrances to Yellowstone National Park as it partially reopens following destructive floods that closed the park last week.

Smart Shopper: SAS Cupcakes Hosting Free Family Event + Deal Of The Day!

The best cupcakes in town is hosting their 3rd annual event, 'SASney World', and guess what? It's absolutely free!

Penn & Teller Fool Us Winner Bryan Saint Returns to Rising

The Magic Man is back! Penn & Teller Fool Us winner Bryan Saint is back with Rising to show off a few tricks of the trade, and tell us about his show in town this weekend.

Knights Host "Celebrate America" Concert At Truist Field On June 22nd

The Charlotte Knights have partnered with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra to present a patriotic concert ending in a fireworks show Wednesday night at Truist Field.

North Carolina Man Sentenced To Life In Prison For The Kidnapping & Murder Of A South Carolina Woman

Authorities say a 59-year-old North Carolina man was sentenced to life without parole in federal prison after pleading guilty to killing a South Carolina woman after kidnapping her and crossing state lines.

Raleigh Man Charged With Defrauding 19 Investors Near Retirement Out Of $3.6 Million

A federal jury returned a criminal indictment charging a 48-year-old Raleigh man with securities fraud on Wednesday for defrauding at least 19 victims of more than $3.6 million.