Bird Is Rolling Out The World's Most Eco-Friendly Shared Scooter In Charlotte
Charlotte will be one the first cities in the U.S. to have access to Bird's newest fleet of eco-friendly shared scooters.
Iredell Health System Tightening Visitor Restrictions Over COVID-19 Concerns
Starting Friday, August 6th at 5 p.m., Iredell Health System is tightening visitor restrictions at Iredell Memorial Hospital to help protect patients and staff from the rapidly spreading Delta variant of COVID-19.
35-Year-Old Pedestrian Struck, Killed In Northwest Charlotte Hit-And-Run
A 35-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed in northwest Charlotte early Saturday morning sparking an investigation, according to police.
Two Catfish State Records Broken In North Carolina, 127 Pound Fish Caught!
Not one, but TWO N.C. catfish state records were broken within a week of one another in July.
Gov: SC Law βVery Clearβ In Banning School Mask Mandates
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster said Friday that he sees a city-enforced school mask mandate - intended to cover children not eligible for the coronavirus vaccine - as a violation of state law.
CMPD: Juvenile Charged For Fatal South Charlotte Crash Involving Motorcycle
A juvenile has been charged after a south Charlotte crash involving a motorcycle Thursday night left a 22-year-old dead, according to police.
Michael BublΓ© Postpones Charlotte Tour Stop Due To Coronavirus Concerns
Michael BublΓ© is postponing 10 of his U.S. tour dates that were scheduled between August 13-28, which includes his stop in the Queen City, according to a news release. The announcement of the postponed dates are due to Michaelβs concern over the rising number of coronavirus infections that continue to sweep America.
Blackhawk Hardware's New In-Store Slide Closed
Blackhawk Hardware's new in-store slide is currently closed as they work to identify an insurer that can offer adequate coverage to protect their customers from any unlikely injuries while going down it, according to store officials.
Pedestrian Struck, Killed In North Charlotte Hit-And-Run Crash
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives are investigating after a late Thursday night hit-and-run crash in north Charlotte left one man dead.
Fitness Friday: Extreme Cake Flipping On The Bojangles Terrace
Today's Fitness Friday on the Bojangles Terrace is taking cake eating to a whole new level!!Β All you have to do is flip a cake and try to catch it right side up.Β
United Airlines Will Require US Employees To Be Vaccinated
United Airlines will require employees in the U.S. to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by late October, perhaps sooner, joining a rising number of big corporations that are responding to a surge in virus cases.
Medical Marijuana Now Legal On Cherokee Land In Western NC
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians has approved growing, selling and using medical marijuana on its lands in Western North Carolina, tribal leaders announced Thursday.
Felix Sets A Record, Wins Bronze For 10th Olympic Medal
Allyson Felix finished third in the 400 meters Friday to win her 10th career medal and become the most-decorated woman in the history of Olympic track.
Bloop! There It Is - Bloopers From WCCB News Rising
Check out the funny bloopers from Derek, Lauren and the rest of the Rising crew!Β
South Carolinaβs Back-To-School Sales Tax Holiday Underway
South Carolinaβs annual weekend where the state doesnβt charge sales tax on back-to-school items is underway.
Mecklenburg County Sheriff Sued Over Gun Permit Delay
Gun rights organizations and three residents are suing the Mecklenburg County sheriff alleging that his office failed to issue pistol purchase and concealed handgun permits in a timely manner.
Charlotte's Innovation Barn Now Open
The first-of-its-kind multipurpose building on Seigle Avenue is looking to revolutionize how Carolinians recycle and contribute to a circular economy. Did we mention it has wine and beer?
US Added 943,000 Jobs In July; Unemployment Rate At 5.4%
Hiring surged in July as American employers added 943,000 jobs. The unemployment rate dropped to 5.4% another sign that the U.S. economy continues to bounce back with surprising vigor from last yearβs coronavirus shutdown.
Fantastic Friday, Soggy Saturday Ahead
A moisture-laden rainmaking system moves in overnight, setting us up for a wet start to the weekend.
Cabarrus Health Alliance Launches Healthy, Affordable Take-Home Meals Program At Local Daycare Centers
Busy, working parents in Cabarrus County can now relax when it comes to planning dinner thanksΒ to a new take-home meals program offered at three local daycare centers.
Troopers: Bicyclist Killed After Being Struck By A Truck In Lancaster County
Troopers are investigating a fatal collision after a bicyclist was hit by a truck and killed in Lancaster County on Thursday.
Automakers Pledge To Increase U.S. Electric Vehicle Sales
Declaring the U.S. must βmove fastβ to win the carmaking future, President Joe Biden on Thursday touted a commitment from the auto industry to make electric vehicles up to half of U.S. sales by the end of the decade.
