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Thousands Lose Power After Man Climbs 85-Foot Electrical Tower & Refuses To Come Down

As of Sunday night, more than 1,000 Duke Energy customers remain without power in West Charlotte, after a man climbed an electrical tower and refused to come down.

Rain Tapers Off Overnight, Cold Air Returns

No rest for the weary! After a brief warm-up this Sunday, we're back to frigid cold for the second full week of the year.

Dozens Injured In Large Bronx Apartment Building Fire

Dozens of people suffered life-threatening injuries in a large apartment fire in the Bronx on Sunday, in what New York City’s fire commissioner said was one of the worst blazes in the city in recent memory.

North Charlotte House Fire Under Investigation

A fire that engulfed a single-story home in north Charlotte Sunday morning is now under control, fire officials say.

Golden Globe Awards Carry On, Without Stars Or A Telecast

Even though NBC dropped the 2022 Golden Globe Awards, the embattled Hollywood Foreign Press Association is proceeding with its 79th edition Sunday night without a telecast, nominees, celebrity guests, a red carpet, a host, press or even a livestream.

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PlantHouse Charlotte To Host Tipsy Terrarium Tuesday Workshop On January 11th

Enjoy a mimosa all while learning about succulent care and terrarium assembly as PlantHouse Charlotte hosts their Tipsy Terrarium workshop on Tuesday, January 11th from 6:30PM to 8PM.

Marilyn Bergman, Oscar-Winning Composer, Dies At Age 93

Oscar-winning lyricist Marilyn Bergman has died at age 93 after a long career in which she teamed with her husband on songs including “The Way We Were."

Watershed Moment In NYC: New Law Allows Noncitizens To Vote

More than 800,000 noncitizens and “Dreamers” in New York City will have access to the ballot box as soon as next year after Mayor Eric Adams allowed legislation approved by the City Council to automatically become law.

Warmer & Wetter Close to Weekend, Dry & Cold Workweek

Tired of the cold air? A brief reprieve from winter arrives tomorrow for some.

Skiers Sprayed With Freezing Water, 2 In The Hospital After Pipe Bursts At Beech Mountain Resort

Avery County EMS escorted two people at Beech Mountain Resort to a local hospital after a hydrant broke Friday morning, resort officials confirm.

Mother Charged After Son Found In Trunk At COVID Test Site

A Houston mother was charged after authorities allege she placed her 13-year-old son in the trunk of her car to isolate him after he tested positive for COVID-19, then took him to a drive-thru testing site.

1st African American Woman Runs For Sheriff Of Mecklenburg County

Aujiena "Gina" Hicks, a 29-year law enforcement professional, has announced her intention to run for 46th Sheriff of Mecklenburg County. She is the first African American woman to seek election for this office.

Omicron Explosion Spurs Nationwide Breakdown Of Services

The explosion in omicron-fueled coronavirus infections has caused a breakdown in basic functions and services across America.

'Jeopardy!' Champ Hits $1 Million; Talks Fame, Trans Rights

“Jeopardy!” champion Amy Schneider is adding to her list of bragging rights. Already the highest-earning female contestant in the quiz show’s history and woman with the longest winning streak, she is now among only 4 contestants to reach $1 million.

Local Covid Cases, Hospitalizations Rise; Deaths Decline

Pandemic key metrics are hitting record highs this week as cases and hospitalizations rise. Meanwhile, people dying from Covid is on the decline, according to health officials.

Donations Pouring In For Two Law Enforcement Officers Killed In Line Of Duty

Thousands of dollars have been collected for the families of Trooper John Horton and CMPD officer Mia Goodwin.

Improving Drought Conditions With More Rain On The Way

We have a chance to make another good dent in the drought monitor with widespread rain in the forecast on Sunday. The latest drought monitor (valid January 4th) shows improving drought conditions across both North and South Carolina. North…

S.C. Troopers Investigate Fatal Collision In Chester County

Troopers are investigating a fatal collision in Chester County after a passenger riding in the extended bucket of a van died on Friday.

Judge Dismisses Sole Criminal Charge Against Andrew Cuomo

A spokesperson for former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he “will not pay one penny in attempts at civil extortion" after a judge dismissed the only criminal charge against him in connection with sexual harassment allegations.