Sell-off worsens for markets worldwide after China retaliates against Trump's tariffs
Stock markets worldwide are careening even lower after China matched President Donald Trumpβs big raise in tariffs in an escalating trade war.
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Large South Carolina wildfires contained as teens charged with starting blaze with cigarettes
Two wildfires that started close to each other in the South Carolina mountains and burned an area over half the size of Hilton Head Island are nearly contained.
UPDATE: 3 charged after shooting inside Walmart in Lancaster
A third suspect is now charged in connection to a shooting inside the Walmart in Lancaster on Tuesday. A fourth suspect is in the hospital and police are searching for two others.
K-12 schools must sign certification against DEI to receive federal money
As a condition for receiving federal money, the Trump administration is ordering K-12 schools to certify that they are following federal civil rights laws and eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion practices.
Top sporting events in and around Charlotte this week | April 3-April 9
Need plans? See what the Queen City has to offer this week whether that's Charlotte FC, the Hornets or Wingate athletics. Click through the gallery to see all the sporting events happening in and around Charlotte each week.
Up 'n Adam: Catawba Ridge High School Newscast
Adam Wurtzel went to Catawba Ridge High School to learn about their Emmy award winning Newscast.
Dow drops 1,400 as US stocks lead worldwide sell-off after Trump's tariffs cause a COVID-like shock
Financial markets around the world are reeling following President Donald Trumpβs latest and most severe set of tariffs, and the U.S. stock market is taking the worst of it so far.
Rock Hill Planning Commission urges City to rezone property formerly held by Carolina Panthers
The City of Rock wants to find a new owner for a property that once belonged to the Carolina Panthers. The Rock Hill Planning Commission voted unanimously during a meeting Tuesday to recommend that 215 acres of land at 2394 Eden Terrace.Β
Firefighters rescue dog twice
A dog rescued from the South Carolina wildfires now has a new owner. Officials say emergency responders found her near an active fire line last month and named her Ember.
Helene hurricane name retired by World Meteorological Organization
Helene, which killed at least 249 people across the Southeastern United States, was one of three 2024 Atlantic hurricane names to be retired.
Trump announces sweeping 'reciprocal' tariffs to promote US manufacturing
President Donald Trump has announced plans for sweeping tariffs, saying βour country has been looted, pillaged, raped, plunderedβ by other nations.
Musk could be headed for a Washington exit after turbulent times at Trump's DOGE
Elon Musk and President Donald Trump have recently suggested that the billionaire entrepreneur's time in the administration might be running out.
Nintendo Switch 2 launches in June with new 'Mario Kart World' game
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2, which will introduce interactive chat and screenshare functions to connect gamers.
North Carolina lifts burn ban for all counties in the state
According to the State Forest Service, burn bans have been lifted across North Carolina. The original mandate went into effect on March 21st due to the hazardous forest fire conditions.
Trump to announce 'reciprocal' tariffs in a risky move that could reshape the economy
After weeks of White House hype and public anxiety, President Donald Trump is set on Wednesday to announce a barrage of self-described reciprocal tariffs on friend and foe alike.
York Countyβs most anticipated spring tradition is just days away
York Countyβs famous Come-See-Me Festival starts on April 3, 2025 and ends on April 12, 2025.
A Senate vote to reverse Trump's tariffs on Canada is testing GOP support
With President Donald Trumpβs so-called βLiberation Dayβ of tariff implementation fast approaching, Senate Democrats are putting Republican support for some of those plans to the test by forcing a vote to nullify the emergency declaration that underpins the tariffs on Canada.
Hooters goes bust and files for bankruptcy protection
The U.S. restaurant chain, known for chicken wings and its skimpy βHooters Girlsβ wait-staff outfits, has filed for bankruptcy protection.
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