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FDA Restricts J&J's COVID-19 Vaccine Due To Blood Clot Risk

U.S. regulators are strictly limiting who can receive Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine due to a rare but serious risk of blood clots.

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Charlotte Breweries Join Global Effort To Combat Discrimination In The Beer Industry With Brave Noise Pale Ale

Breweries worldwide have begun brewing a pale ale called Brave Noise in order to raise awareness for gender discrimination, racism, sexual assault and harassment within the beer industry.

Harris Teeter To Pass Out Free Bottled Water To South Charlotte Residents Affected By Outage

Harris Teeter is giving out free bottled water to community members affected by the water outage in the South End neighborhood of Charlotte.

Medicare Program Pulled From Troubled Salisbury Nursing Home

Beginning May 19th, officials say The Citadel Salisbury will no longer participate in the Medicare program as the nursing home has failed to meet its basic health and safety requirements.

Gaston County Police Arrest 2 Men In Operation Targeting Child Pornography

Earlier this week, Gaston County Police conducted an operation targeting child pornography that ended in the arrest of two men.

Biden Taps 1st Black Woman, LGBT White House Press Secretary

President Joe Biden has named Karine Jean-Pierre to be the next White House press secretary. She will be the first Black woman and the first openly LGBTQ person to serve in the role.

Charlotte Hires Globally Recognized Firm To Develop Long-Term Cultural Plan

In an effort to support the local creative community, the City of Charlotte has hired Lord Cultural Resources to help create a comprehensive cultural plan for Charlotte and Mecklenburg County.

Next Battle Over Access To Abortion Will Focus On Pills

The battle over access to medication abortions will only grow in importance if the Supreme Court follows through with its leaked draft opinion that would overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade decision and allow individual states to ban the procedure.

Planet Fitness Offering Free Workouts For Teens All Summer

Planet Fitness has announced that high schoolers, ages 14-19, can work out for free at any of their Charlotte area location from May 16 through August 31 as part of the High School Summer Pass initiative.

Airbnb Announces Anti-Party Plan For Charlotte During Summer Holidays

Airbnb discussed its plan to help prevent unauthorized parties in Charlotte in an effort to promote safe and responsible travel.

Myers Park High School Teacher Dies Unexpectedly

Myers Park High School teacher David Hudspeth died unexpectedly Wednesday, school officials say.

Police: No Charges Filed In Shooting At DaBaby's Troutman Home

According to the Troutman Police Department, no charges will be filed in the shooting that happened at Rapper DaBaby's home in Troutman.

Two Lincoln County Men Charged For Trafficking Fentanyl

An undercover investigation in Lincoln County has led to two men being arrested for trafficking fentanyl on Tuesday, according to the sheriff's office.

Subaru Of America Donated $23,578 On Behalf Of Subaru Concord To Cabarrus Meals On Wheels

Subaru of America, Inc. and Subaru Concord presented a check for $23,578 to Cabarrus Meals on Wheels on April 28.

NC State Employees Getting Extra Day Off For Booster Shot

North Carolina state employees will be getting an extra day of vacation for receiving a COVID-19 booster.

Two Juveniles Facing Charges After Middle School In Hickory Received Social Media Threat

Two juveniles are facing charges after a middle school in Hickory received threats on social media Wednesday, according to the Catawba County Sheriff's Office.

Smart Shopper: The Best Cinco de Mayo Deals!

Before we get into deals, I've got a little fun fact for you guys. Contrary to popular belief, it is not Mexico's independence day. This day commemorates the anniversary of Mexico's victory over the French empire back in 1862. Mexico's independence day is actually September 16th!