Oldest U.S. Veteran Of WWII, Lawrence N. Brooks, Dies At 112
The oldest World War II veteran in the United States has died at the age of 112. Lawrence N. Brooks died Wednesday in New Orleans.
Charlotte Pastor Pleads Guilty To Tax & Wire Fraud
Federal authorities say a Charlotte pastor is under investigation after he admitted to filing false tax returns and using fake information to get a COVID-19 relief loan.
SBI: Anson County Elementary Teacher Found In Possession Of Hundreds Of Child Porn Images & Videos
Police have arrested and charged an Anson County elementary school teacher with child sex crimes after finding him in possession of hundreds of child pornography images and videos.
Rowan-Salisbury School Board Announces Updated Safety Protocols For Athletic Events In Response To Latest ShootingΒ
Board officials say Rowan-Salisbury Schools will implement the use of metal detecting wands and a no big bag policy at all future athletic events in an effort to enhance safety and security protocols.
Grammys Postpone Ceremony, Citing Omicron Variant Risks
The upcoming Grammy Awards have been postponed due to what organizers called βtoo many risksβ due to the omicron variant.
Police Charge 2 In Black Friday Mall Shooting In Durham
Police have charged two men in a Black Friday shooting at a North Carolina mall.
Wednesdayβs Powerball Jackpot Jumps Additional $20 Million, Up To $630 Million
The jackpot for Wednesdayβs night Powerball drawing has jumped another $20 million, now weighing in at an estimated $630 million.
Police: Man Killed After Vehicle Collides Head-On With Tractor Trailer In Statesville
Police say a man was killed after his vehicle collided head-on with a tractor trailer in Statesville.Β The accident happened just before 6:30pm on January 4th on Salisbury Highway, according to police.
Governor, Health Officials: No Need To Close SC Over Omicron
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster says there's no need to close schools and businesses because of the omicron variant of COVID-19.
2 Charged With Making Fake Injury Claim On Traffic Accident
The N.C. Department of Insurance says two people have been accused of trying to tell investigators that one of them was hurt in a traffic accident which was later found to be a false claim.
Police: Man Hit, Killed By Train In Rock Hill
A man was hit and killed by a train in Rock Hill Tuesday night, according to the police department.
CMPD Ask For Public's Help Identifying Assault, Attempted Rape Suspect
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying the suspect of a recent assault and attempted rape in northwest Charlotte.
Jan. 7: Resident Culture Brewing Co. Will Open South End Taproom To Public
On January 7, Resident Culture Brewing Co. will open South End taproom to the public. The brewery's second location will feature El Toro Bruto tacos, a gourmet coffee bar, and a stunning 6,800-square-foot event space.
Cooper Urges Boosters, Plans NC Worker Mandate Extension
Gov. Roy Cooper says North Carolina will keep its βfoot on the gasβ when it comes to getting more vaccines and boosters administered to combat COVID-19 and its recent extremely contagious omicron variant.
13 Dead, Including 7 Children, In Philadelphia House Fire
Officials say a large house fire in Philadelphia has killed 13 people, including seven children, and sent two people to hospitals.
The Snark Report: 90 Day Fiance, New Years Resolutions and Derek's Beard
From his kids' playroom above the garage this is not the news - it's pop culture, entertainment and gossip
What the Tech: Secrets of Amazon Alexa
Once again one of the most popular gifts of the holiday season was one of Amazon's Echo devices
CMPD: Fatal Northwest Charlotte Shooting Of 40-Year-Old Classified As Justified Homicide
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say that the fatal northwest Charlotte shooting of a 40-year-old, who was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds in a car, has been classified as a justified homicide.
Rain and Mountain Snow Thursday Evening
Breezy, but warmer day Wednesday. Rain and mountain snow Thursday evening.
Man Arrested Near Atlanta For Fatal Northwest Charlotte Shooting Of 29-Year-Old
A 23-year-old man has been arrested in the Atlanta area for a fatal northwest Charlotte shooting that happened in December, according to authorities.
North Carolina COVID Percent Positive Rate Approaching 30 Percent
The Omicron variant is driving North Carolina's COVID percent positive rate to record levels. Nearly 30 percent of tests are now coming back positive.
Mountain Snow Expected on Thursday
Another system will bring snow to the mountains on Thursday with scattered showers expected across the Piedmont.
