Politics

New CLT Mayor Takes Oath of Office

Surrounded by those demanding change, Jennifer Roberts highlighted her agenda including some of the pricier, more controversial issues that were never resolved with the last council.

Senator: Enough Thoughts And Prayers

Sen. Chris Murphy, a Democrat who's advocated for gun control since the Sandy Hook shooting in his state, took to Twitter after the latest mass shooting to voice his frustration.

Donald Trump Says He Would Kill The Families Of Terrorists

Donald Trump said Wednesday that he would kill the families of terrorists in order to win the fight against ISIS.

Governor McCrory to Run for Second Term

Governor Pat McCrory is running for a second term. The Republican announced his re-election campaign on social media late Tuesday.

Local Voters Hear from Democratic Presidential Candidates

The crowd was in the hub of the political world, crowding Winthrop University as Democratic favorites faced their questions.

Rand Paul Speaks at Winthrop Town Hall

Republicans are making sure South Carolina voters hear from them during the Democratic debate in Rock Hill.

Rock Hill Police, Democrats Prep for Democratic Debate

Crowds started pouring into Rock Hill Thursday night to see Democratic Presidential candidates face off Friday for the first debate in the Southern states.

Mayor-Elect Jennifer Roberts Speaks Following Win

Roberts speaks with WCCB Charlotte's Amanda Fitzpatrick about her plans to address crime in the Queen City, and how she will restore public trust following former mayor Patrick Cannon's arrest.

Edwin Peacock Speaks Following Mayoral Loss

WCCB Charlotte's Amy Cowman hears from the Republican Mayoral candidate following his loss to Democrat Jennifer Roberts.

Low Early Voting Turnout in Charlotte

Early voting turnout is lower than it was for the mayor's race in 2013. More than 12,000 people have voted so far. At this point in 2013, 16,000 people had cast their ballots early.

Mayoral Candidates Hit the Pavement Leading Up to Election Day

Election day is just five days away when the city of Charlotte will vote for their new mayor, and so far less than 10,000 Charlotteans have cast their vote.

Politics and Barbecue at Mallard Creek

Politicians and barbecue. A Mecklenburg County tradition continued Thursday at Mallard Creek Presbyterian Church with the 86th Annual Mallard Creek Barbecue.

Mallard Creek Prepares for Annual Barbecue

The tradition continues on Thursday, with the 86th Annual Mallard Creek Barbecue where politicians will meet and greet voters.

Donald Trump Visits South Carolina

Donald Trump told thousands of supporters in Anderson that his campaign won't sell itself to the highest bidder.

Gov. McCrory Signs Autism Insurance Bill Into Law

North Carolina now requires some insurance plans to cover certain treatments for autism.

Trump, Carson Threaten To Boycott Next Debate

Republican front-runners Donald Trump and Ben Carson are threatening to pull out of the next Republican primary debate if the hosts don't agree to their demands.

Mayoral Hopeful Edwin Peacock Reveals Plan to Fight Violent Crime

Peacock says on his first day in office, he would create a crime reduction commission.

Roberts, Clodfelter Debate before Mayoral Runoff Election

In less than a week voters will take to the polls again in the race for Charlotte mayor. This time to decide who will run against Republican Edwin Peacock.