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N.C. Lawmakers Advance Bill Barring Mandatory COVID-19 Shots

North Carolina lawmakers on Wednesday advanced a proposal to prevent state and local governments from firing or retaliating against employees who decide not to get a COVID-19 vaccine.

Eta Aquariids Peak Tonight

The Eta Aquariids are made up of leftover material from repeated passes by Halley's Comet.

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Opens Little Libraries In 11 Charlotte Locations

During this time of uncertainties surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Mecklenburg County has continued to mail children enrolled in the Charlotte area a free, high-quality, age-appropriate book to their house each and every month.

Peloton Recalls Treadmills After A Child Dies

Peloton is recalling its treadmills, less than a month after denying that they were to blame for the death of a child and the injuries of 29 others.

New Healthy Dining Spot Serving More than "Just Salad"

Plant-based bowls are the popular, new lunch option but Just Salad in South Park is serving up more than just great greens. Whether you're happily a carnivore or trying to sprinkle in more meatless-Mondays, Just Salad has an option for you. Beyond salads, they're known for their avocado toast, warm bowls and smoothies. And they're also known for their eco-friendly, reusable blue bowls.

Hyundai Recalls Over 390K Vehicles For Possible Engine Fires

Hyundai is recalling more than 390,000 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada for two problems that can cause engine fires. In one recall, owners are being told to park their vehicles outdoors until repairs are made.

CMPD: Suspect Taken Into Custody After West Charlotte SWAT Operation

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department asked people to avoid a west Charlotte neighborhood while a SWAT Team served an arrest warrant Wednesday morning.

Facebook Board Upholds Trump Suspension

Former President Donald Trump won’t return to Facebook — for now.

The Snark: Emoji Incidents, CTRL, ALT Divorce & Weird News

Derek tackles emoji incidents, the Bill and Melinda Gates divorce, Travis Scott's bestseller, and some weird news.

One More Round of Storms

Last round of scattered storms, before a pleasant end to the week.

Women Who Was Shot 3 Years Ago Has Bullet Pop Out Of Her

Gastonia Woman Shot Accidentally By Police Says Bullet Recently Popped Out Of Her Body

Brittany Lynn says doctors initially told her she was only grazed by the bullet.

NCHSAA Football Championship Games On WCCB Charlotte

The NCHSAA Football Championship Games will be broadcasted on WCCB Charlotte May 6th-8th. The games will be on The CW, MeTV, and streaming on wccbcharlotte.com.

Lancaster County Search Warrant Evidence

Man Wanted After Deputies Find "Deadly Doses" Of Fentanyl Inside Lancaster Home

A man is wanted after deputies say they found 107 grams of Fentanyl, 400 grams of heroin, 45 Hydrocodone pills, 460 grams of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, a .38 revolver, ammunition and $9,480 in cash at a home in Lancaster, according to a news release.

Court: Black Man Made To Work Without Pay Entitled To $546K

After a Black man with intellectual disabilities was enslaved, beaten and forced to work more than 100 hours a week without pay in a South Carolina restaurant, his manager was sentenced to prison and ordered to pay $273,000 in restitution. But a federal appeals court recently ruled the man is entitled to double that amount under federal labor laws.