Charlotte Woman Grieves Loss Of Two Children, Killed Months Apart
A Charlotte woman is grieving the loss of her two children, both killed violently just months apart.
Frying Friday, Rainy & Cooler Weekend
We'll have one last smoking-hot day across the Carolinas before a tandem of rainmaking systems - one tropical - arrives early next week.
Recovery Center In Charlotte Hope Haven Suffers Severe Damage Due To Flooding
The salvaging process begins at Hope Haven Inc. on North Tryon Street. Wednesday night, floodwaters rushed into the rooms of the substance abuse recovery facility. Rising water crept up the facility room walls and destroyed some of the 130 residents' belongings.
Gaston County Announces Indoor Mask Mandate For All Employees
Beginning Friday, August 13th an indoor mandatory mask mandate will be put into place for all Gaston County employees regardless of vaccination status.
2 Hickory Men Sentenced To Prison After Shooting At Local Pub Leaves 3 Dead
Two Hickory men were sentenced to prison on Thursday after pleading guilty to their involvement in a 2017 shooting at a local pub that left three people dead.
Atrium Health Pineville Reports COVID-19 Cluster, 59 Positive Cases
Health officials say so far a total of 59 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in a cluster at Atrium Health Pineville
Rowan County Jail Experiences A COVID-19 Outbreak
Health officials report a COVID-19 outbreak at the Rowan County Jail.
North Carolina Leaders Establish 2023 As "Year Of The Trail"
State leaders plans to increase awareness of trails and boost local trail use as well as tourism by designating 2023 as the "Year of the Trail" for North Carolina.Β
Approximately 200 Children Have Tested Positive For COVID-19 In Gaston County In The Last 10 Days
Officials in Gaston County say approximately 200 children have tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 10 days. Out of the 359 cases in children who tested positive for COVID-19 in July and August, 19% were age 0-4, 27% were age 5-10, 16% were age 11-13, and 38% were age 14-18.
US Sends Troops To Kabul To Evacuate Some Embassy Staff
With security rapidly deteriorating in Afghanistan, the United States is sending in an additional 3,000 troops to help evacuate some personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, officials said Thursday.
City Of Charlotte Announces Mask Mandate Inside Government Buildings Beginning August 13th
Beginning Friday, August 13th masks will be required in all city government buildings in Charlotte regardless of vaccination status.Β
AEG Presents To Require Proof Of Full Vaccination For U.S. Concertgoers And Event Staff
AEG Presents announced that it will be requiring proof of vaccination for entry into its owned and operated clubs, theatres, and festivals. The decision comes on the heels of the dramatic surge in Covid-19 cases as the Delta variant spreads throughout the United States.
Powerful Thunderstorms Result in Flooding, Water Rescues and Power Outages
A strong line of thunderstorms prompted a flood warning for Mecklenburg County Wednesday night.Β WCCB Charlotte had team coverage to keep you WeatherWise and informed throughout the evening.
Panthers Surprise 20 Youth Volunteer Coaches With Supplies Ahead Of Football Season
Just ahead of fall football, the Panthers came together with Academy Sports and Outdoors to surprise 20 local youth coaches with supplies.
Census Shows US Is Diversifying, White Population Shrinking
The Census Bureau on Thursday issued its most detailed portrait yet of how the U.S. has changed over the past decade, releasing a trove of demographic data that will be used to redraw political maps across an increasingly diverse country.
203 Cases Of COVID-19 Linked To Chicagoβs Lollapalooza
Chicago health officials on Thursday reported 203 cases of COVID-19 connected to Lollapalooza, casting it as a number that was anticipated and not yet linked to any hospitalizations or deaths.
Wendy's Offering Free Croissant Breakfast Sandwich For Two Days
Friday the 13th is becoming a little bit luckier this month with a free breakfast croissant from Wendy's. The restaurant will be offering the deal on Friday, August 13 and Saturday, August 14.
Coronavirus Cases Close Mecklenburg County Courthouse
The Mecklenburg County Courthouse will remain closed for the rest of the week after a group of people tested positive for the coronavirus and dozens of others quarantine.
Scorching Finale to Workweek, Fred Downgraded
The Charlotte Metro just saw one of the hottest days of the year yesterday, and even more heat is on the way.
Families Affected By Huntersville Eye Cancer Cluster Hope Research Funding Is Approved
There's renewed hope for families affected by a mysterious eye cancer cluster in Huntersville. North Carolina lawmakers have included $150,000 in research funding in the proposed House budget.
Tropical Depression Fred Continues March Towards U.S.
Fred may be down, but it's certainly not out.
Suspect Charged In Brutal Murder Of Charlotte Uber Driver To Spend Life In Prison
A man who cut the throat of a Charlotte Uber driver, Marlo Medina-Chevez, during a robbery in 2017 will spend the rest of his life in prison, according to the DA's Office.
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