Trump threatens Russia with tariffs and boosts US weapons for Ukraine
President Donald Trump has announced new measures targeting Russia over its ongoing war in Ukraine, threatening steep tariffs if a peace deal isn't reached within 50 days.
Boys & Girls Club programs, serving thousands of families nationwide, threatened by Trump administration grant freeze
Programs that provide summer and after-school programming to more than 1 million students are at risk because of a Trump administration freeze on education grants.
Trump announces 30% tariffs against EU, Mexico to begin August 1
President Donald Trump on Saturday announced he's levying tariffs of 30% against the European Union and Mexico.
116th annual NAACP National Convention underway in Charlotte
Arts, fashion, and important conversations. It's just a part of what's on tap for this year's NAACP National Convention being held this year in Charlotte.
Fallout over Epstein files cascades, roiling relations between AG Pam Bondi and FBI's Dan Bongino
The fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein files flap is cascading, further roiling a Justice Department and FBI that have struggled for months to appease the demands of far-right conservative personalities and influential members of President Donald Trump’s base.
State Department firing over 1,300 employees under Trump administration plan
The U.S. State Department is firing more than 1,300 employees on Friday in line with a dramatic reorganization plan from the Trump administration that critics say will damage America's global leadership and efforts to counter threats abroad.
Federally indicted Charlotte city councilwoman to seek re-election
Indicted Charlotte City Councilwoman Tiawanna Brown plans to seek re-election. Brown posted on Facebook she will officially file for her District Three seat next week.
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles is running for re-election
If she's re-elected, Lyles would serve for a fifth term. She was first elected mayor back in 2017 and says she remains focused on ensuring a thriving community across the Queen City.
Governor Stein Announces $7.3 Million Will Help Small Business Recovery in Western North Carolina
A total of $7.3 million will support projects in the City of Morganton, the towns of Gamewell and Clyde, and in Chimney Rock Village.
Mayor Vi Lyles announces bid for re-election
Charlotte Mayor, Vi Lyles announces today that she will officially file for re-election on Wednesday, July 16 at Noon.
Color mural will stay in Downtown Conover
A mural in Downtown Conover will stay put on the side of a wellness business on First Avenue South after a story that aired on WCCB.
North Carolina governor vetoes another set of bills, including one on guns in private schools
Democratic Gov. Josh Stein has cleared his desk of the last of the legislation passed to him from the North Carolina General Assembly this legislative session.
Monroe City Council gives mayor a vote of 'no confidence'
On Tuesday afternoon, members of city council held a vote of no confidence in Mayor Burns citing Burns' continued use of the City's logo to express opinions not related to Monroe, a failure to hold orderly meetings, and not communicating developments to City Council about House Bill 3.
2025 municipal election filing opens for candidates
Candidates for positions like Charlotte City Council and Mayor can now submit their paperwork and fees. The filing period runs through next Friday, the 18th, at noon.
Millions of people could lose access to food and healthcare under federal budget
The so called "Big Beautiful Bill" is now the law of the land. The federal budget will cut funding for social services like SNAP benefits and Medicaid while also cutting taxes for some Americans. Millions of people across the Carolinas could soon lose healthcare and food assistance.
Musk says he's forming a new political party after split with Trump over tax cuts law
Elon Musk said he’s carrying out his threat to form a new political party after his fissure with President Donald Trump.
Local group gathers on July 4th to protest President Trump's spending bill
The protest was organized by the non-partisan group called Indivisible Citizens of Catawba Valley. They say more than 400 people showed up in downtown Hickory.
UPDATE: Republican-led House gives final passage to Trump's tax bill
House Republicans have propelled President Donald Trump’s $4.5 trillion tax breaks and spending cuts bill to final congressional passage.
NC governor vetoes anti-DEI and transgender rights bills, calling them 'mean-spirited'
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein has vetoed three anti-DEI bills and another targeting transgender rights.
Extended agreement between Medic & CFD to end in July
The contract between Medic and Charlotte Fire is set to end after the two agreed to a six month extension back in January. The two remain in discussions.
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