7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes off the southern coasts of Chile and Argentina
Evacuation orders issued because of tsunami threat after 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coasts of Chile and Argentina on Friday.
Wrong-way driver killed in crash on I-85 in Gaston Co.
A wrong-way driver is dead after crashing his car into a van on Interstate 85 in Gaston County early Friday morning.
Vatican firefighters install a chimney on the roof of the Sistine Chapel for the papal election
Preparations for the conclave to find a new pope accelerated Friday with the installation of the chimney out of the Sistine Chapel that will signal the election of a successor to Pope Francis.
Trump signs executive order directing federal funding cuts to PBS and NPR
President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order aiming to slash public subsidies to PBS and NPR as he alleged βbiasβ in the broadcastersβ reporting.
Charlotte Fire responds to explosion and house fire in Dilworth
The Charlotte Fire Department is on scene of a house fire after an explosion was reported early Friday morning.
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | May 3rd and May 4th
From Kendrick Lamar's Grand National Tour to various other musical performances at Livin' Life Music Fest 2025, check out the top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend.
Weekend Parking Guide: Lovin' Life Festival, Kendrick Lamar, Charlotte Knights
Uptown Charlotte is preparing to see large crowds this weekend. The trifecta including the Lovin' Life Festival, Kenrick Lamar, and The Charlotte Knights will draw thousands to the city center making parking a tricky task.
1 dead, 6 hurt in wreck outside Northwest School of the Arts
The crash happened around rush hour Thursday evening at the intersection on Beatties Ford Road and Russell Avenue.
Kohl's ousts CEO Buchanan after investigation into some vendor transactions
Kohlβs said it has terminated its new CEO Ashley Buchanan after an investigation determined that he directed the retailer to engage in vendor transactions that involved undisclosed conflicts of interest.
Sierra to open first North Carolina store at south Charlotte shopping center
Sierra will open its first store in North Carolina this weekend at Charlotteβs Carolina Pavilion shopping center.
Luxury sleepwear retailer coming to SouthPark
LAKE will be joining the lineup of upscale boutiques, luxury services, and first-class restaurants at Speciality Shops SouthPark.
McDonald's store traffic falls unexpectedly as diners grow uneasy about economy
McDonaldβs store traffic fell unexpectedly in the first quarter as economic uncertainty weighed on diners.
Apple posts stronger-than-expected Q2 results but stocks slides after-hours
Appleβs profit and revenue for the fiscal second quarter topped Wall Streetβs expectations, but investors are waiting to hear what CEO Tim Cook has to say about the impact of tariffs and economic uncertainty on its business.
Rain chances rise into weekend
We'll need to watch for isolated-to-scattered heavy storms over the next 48 hours as a cold front pushes through the Carolinas this weekend.
NC auditor names elections board members after judges let law stand during appeal
North Carolinaβs Republican state auditor has started making appointments to a new State Board of Elections because an appeals court said a law can still be enforced while it is challenged by Democratic Gov. Josh Stein.
Charlotte mother charged with child abuse, accused of beating her son
A Charlotte mother is charged with felony child abuse, accused of beating her 8-year-old son with an extension cord.
UPDATE: Trump taps national security adviser Waltz for UN envoy
President Donald Trump said heβs nominating his national security adviser Mike Waltz to serve as United Nations ambassador in a major shake up of his national security team.
Chill out: The best places to swim in and around Charlotte
Whether you're seeking natural quarries, splash pads, scenic lakes, or family-friendly pools, WCCB has a list of the top Charlotte swim destinations.
Brazilian nun who was the world's oldest person has died at 116
Β Sister Inah Canabarro, a Brazilian nun and teacher who was the world's oldest person, died on Wednesday just weeks short of turning 117, her religious congregation said.
Pressure cookers recalled after reports of serious burn injuries
SharkNinja is recalling more than 2 million pressure cookers sold in the U.S. and Canada β after consumers reported over 100 burn injuries spanning from a hazard that can cause hot food to spew out.
PepsiCo and Bojangles pay tribute to first responders in honor of local officers killed in the line of duty
The locally based companies held a tribute for the four officers who lost their lives a year ago this week and are providing free meals on May 1st for all first responders.
Search for shooter after man killed in Salisbury
Police were called to South Clay Street around 9:45 pm on Wednesday and found 21-year-old David Anderson lying in the front yard of a home. Investigators say he had been shot several times.
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