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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.

Little Caesars' Hot-N-Ready Pizza No Longer $5

You will now pay more for the Hot-N-Ready Little Caesars' pizza. The company is increasing the cost 11% saying their "new and improved" pizza has 33% more pepperoni and will cost $5.55.

Lake Living Just Got Better: VANA LKN to open in Cornelius in 2022

A second location of the popular South End restaurant, VANA, will in the Heritage Plaza in Cornelius, featuring an outdoor bar and patio for live music and small events.

15-Year-Old Charged With Murder In Fatal South Charlotte Shooting

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has charged a minor with the murder of 46-year-old that was shot and killed in south Charlotte on Dec. 14.

Agency Report: Staff, Inmates At Mecklenburg County Jail At Risk

A state agency says conditions at a North Carolina jail are putting inmates and staff members at risk and officials need to remove more than 400 inmates to make it more manageable for available staff.

Carolina Gas Prices Averaged $2.82 (NC) And $2.75 (SC) In 2021; Highest Annual Average In 7 Years

After a year mostly characterized by rising gas prices, 2021 ended with prices slowly moving lower. The state average for North Carolina decreased 2 cents the past two weeks, averaging $3.07 per gallon over the weekend – whereas the state average for South Carolina increased 2 cents the past two weeks, averaging $3.03 per gallon.

COVID-19 Cases In South Carolina Surge To Record Highs

South Carolina health officials say the state saw a record-high number of COVID-19 cases in the first two days of 2022.

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Powerball And Mega Millions Jackpots Total More Than $850 Million

Powerball and Mega Million jackpots continue to climb in 2022, now adding up together to $863 million.

NC Prisoner With Virus Dies; State Cases Reach Daily Record

A North Carolina prisoner with COVID-19 died over the weekend.

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Winter Edition Of Queen's Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week Returns In January

The Queen's Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week will provide diners culinary joy with its return from Friday, Jan. 21 through Sunday, Jan. 30, with 70 restaurants around the metro area offering three-course meals at fixed price dining deals.

Judge Sets Jan. 28 For 'Tiger King' Joe Exotic Resentencing

A federal judge in Oklahoma has set a Jan. 28 date for the resentencing of “Tiger King" Joe Exotic.

CDC Signs Off On Pfizer Extra Dose Measures

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has signed off on two measures to increase access to additional doses of the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine.

Drying Out, But Staying Cold Tuesday

Icy spots are possible Tuesday morning with freezing temps. Chilly today, but seasonable highs return through mid-week.

National Spaghetti Day

Celebrate the day with some *mwah* perfect pasta

Nc State Trooper Hit By Brother During Traffic Stop Dies At The Hospital

Funeral Services Announced For NC State Trooper Who Died After Getting Hit By Brother During Traffic Stop

North Carolina State Trooper John Horton was hit by his brother, Trooper James Horton Monday night and later died at the hospital. Services to honor fallen Trooper John S. Horton will be held Friday, January 7th.

Smithsonian Closing More Museums Due to Covid-19

The Smithsonian is preparing for unprecedented staff shortages in the coming weeks due to the surge in COVID-19 cases

Road Conditions Expected To Worsen Again Overnight In High Country

Severe Weather Makes For Messy Road Conditions In High Country

Overnight, a Winter Wonderland in the High Country could turn into an icy mess. NCDOT crews will work through the night, treating roads and icy patches ahead of the morning commute.