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Multiracial Group Of Students Training In Computer Class

New learning center provides online assistance and job hunting opportunities

Charlotte non-profit selected by AT&T for large award to help Charlotte community access online resources.

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Free summer concert series returning to Mint Hill

The Town of Mint Hill will launch its annual Summer Concert Series on Friday, May 17, which will last until September.

Popular North Carolina mountain destination named one of the BEST locations for Mother’s Day

A popular travel destination in North Carolina has been named one of the best locations to treat your mom for Mother's Day!

UPS to cut 20,000 jobs, close some facilities

UPS is looking to slash about 20,000 jobs and close more than 70 facilities as it drastically reduces the amount of Amazon shipments it handles.

UPDATE: Gene Hackman's wife died from hantavirus autopsy confirms

An autopsy has confirmed that Gene Hackman's wife, Betsy Arakawa, died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome.

Elliott to celebrate NAPA's 100th anniversary with gold car. Credits company for his NASCAR career

Chase Elliott, son of a NASCAR Hall of Famer and the sport's most popular driver, has 19 career Cup Series wins and championship titles in both the Cup and Xfinity Series.

Driver wanted in deadly north Charlotte hit-and-run

A man died early Monday morning after an SUV hit him in north Charlotte and kept going.

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One year since officers killed in Charlotte ambush

The Charlotte community is remembering four officers killed in the line of duty exactly one year ago Tuesday.

Trump to offer automakers some relief on his 25% tariffs

The White House says President Donald Trump will sign an executive order Tuesday to relax some of his 25% tariffs on autos and auto parts.

$55M in grants available to help small businesses in western NC

Local governments in western North Carolina can apply for grants from a new $55 million state infrastructure program designed to help small businesses in the region recover from Hurricane Helene.

Belk opening its second outlet store in Charlotte-area Wednesday

Belk is opening its latest outlet store at Eastridge Mall in Gastonia on Wednesday. The outlet will operate on the first floor, while the second floor will continue to operate as a traditional store.

Up 'n Adam: The Pit Indoor Karting + "Shadow Force"

Adam Wurtzel had the need for speed at The Pit Indoor Karting in Mooresville, celebrating the upcoming release of the new film "Shadow Force."

Man accused of setting Rock Hill home on fire with people inside

A man is charged with arson and attempted murder after police say he set a pile of clothes on fire inside a Rock Hill home after an argument.

Brittany Eller is accused of setting a Gaston Co. home on fire with a person inside.

Woman charged with attempted murder after police say she set a home on fire

A woman is accused of setting a home on fire near Bessemer City with a person inside.

AMBER Alert canceled for kidnapped mother and child in North Carolina

An AMBER Alert has been canceled by the Garner Police Department for a mother and child who were abducted early Tuesday morning.

6th Annual Reed Parlier Memorial Foundation Golf Tournament

6th annual Reed Parlier Memorial Foundation Golf Tourney tees off

Hundreds of players registered to help fund the Reed Parlier Scholarship Fund at UNC Charlotte. Reed was killed in his classroom at UNC Charlotte during a campus shooting back in 2019.

Animal Advocates Ask City Council For Help

Local animal advocates ask Charlotte leaders, again, for help with Animal Care & Control

They want leaders to approve a shelter expansion project for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control. And, they want animal control to no longer be tied to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

Remembering Fallen Charlotte Officers One Year Later

CMPD, widows remember fallen officers one year later

April 29th, 2025 marks one year since four officers were gunned downed in the line of duty while serving a warrant in East Charlotte. CMPD officials say over the past year support from the community and local policy makers has strengthened the department and made the community safer.

Russia declares a 72-hour ceasefire in Ukraine for next week to mark Victory Day in World War II

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday declared a unilateral 72-hour ceasefire next week in Ukraine to mark Victory Day in World War II as the U.S. presses for a deal to end the 3-year-old war. Kyiv insisted on a longer and immediate truce.

Conclave to elect a new pope will start on May 7

Catholic cardinals on Monday set May 7 as the start date for the conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor, delaying the secret voting for two days so they can get to know one another better and find consensus on a candidate before they are sequestered in the Sistine Chapel.