Worldwide Red Bull Paper Plane Competition Lands In Charlotte March 22nd
The world's largest paper plane competition is coming to Charlotte on Tuesday. Qualifiers will get the chance to compete in the Red Bull Paper Wings World Final in Austria.
Report: Russian Court Extends Griner's Arrest Until May 19
Russian state news agency Tass says a Moscow court announced it has extended the arrest of WNBA star Brittney Griner until May 19.
Biden Sending More Anti-Aircraft Systems, Drones To Ukraine
President Joe Biden said Wednesday the U.S. is sending more anti-aircraft, anti-armor weapons and drones to Ukraine to assist in its defense against Russia.
7.3 Magnitude Earth Quake Hits North Japan
A powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of Fukushima in northern Japan, triggering a tsunami advisory and plunging more than 2 million homes in the Tokyo area into darkness.
Zelenskyy Tells US Congress, 'We Need You Right Now'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy cited Pearl Harbor and the terror attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 on Wednesday in appealing to the U.S. Congress to do more to help Ukraineβs fight against Russia.
White House: Biden Will Travel To Europe For Ukraine Talks
President Joe Biden will travel to Europe next week for face-to-face talks with European leaders about the Russian invasion of Ukraine, White House press secretary Jen Psaki announced Tuesday.
The Big Sneeze: Climate Change To Make Pollen Season Nastier
Climate change will continue to make allergy season longer and more intense.
Local Businessman Going To Ukraine To Help Refugee Children
While thousands are fleeing Ukraine, a local man is heading there next week to help refugees crossing the border. He'll spend two weeks handing out items for children and families who have left everything behind.
Acclaimed Filmmaker Brent Renaud Shot, Killed In Ukraine
American journalist Brent Renaud has been killed in Ukraine while gathering material for a report about refugees.
Russian Airstrike Hits Base In Western Ukraine, Kills 35
Waves of Russian missiles pounded a military training base in western Ukraine. The attack killed 35 people.
Russia Strikes Near Ukrainian Capital; Port City Under Siege
Russian forces are pounding the port city of Mariupol, shelling its downtown as residents hide. Fighting also raged Saturday in the outskirts of Ukraineβs capital, Kyiv, as Russia kept up its bombardment of resisting cities.
Barcelona Burger, Alino Pizzeria In Mooresville To Donate Over $71,000 To World Central Kitchen For Ukrainian Refugees
The Barcelona Burger & Beer Garden and AliΓ±o Pizzeria, located in Mooresville, will donate $71,861 to World Central Kitchen towards relief efforts for Ukrainian refugees after two fundraising days.
US Slashes Russia Trade Status, Bans Its Alcohol And Seafood
President Joe Biden announced Friday that along with the European Union and the Group of Seven countries, the U.S. will revoke βmost favored nationβ trade status for Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
Russians Keep Pressure On Mariupol; Massive Convoy Breaks Up
Satellite photos show that a massive Russian convoy that had been mired outside the Ukrainian capital since last week has split up and fanned out into towns and forests, with artillery pieces moved into firing positions.
Airstrike Hits Ukraine Maternity Hospital, 17 Reported Hurt
A Russian airstrike has devastated a maternity hospital Wednesday in the besieged port city of Mariupol, with Ukrainian officials saying at least 17 people had been wounded.
McDonald's To Temporarily Close 850 Stores In Russia
McDonaldβs said Tuesday it is temporarily closing all of its 850 restaurants in Russia in response to the country's invasion of Ukraine.
US Banning Russian Oil Imports As Biden Warns Of 'Costs'
President Joe Biden has announced that the U.S. will ban all Russian oil imports, toughening the toll on Russiaβs economy in retaliation for its invasion of Ukraine.
Death Toll Surpasses 6 Million For Pandemic Now In 3rd Year
The death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 6 million.
Biden Seeks $10B For Aid To Ukraine, $22.5B For Coronavirus
The Biden administration is seeking another $10 billion to help protect Ukraine against the Russian invasion and an additional $22.5 billion to cover coronavirus pandemic-related expenses, two major additions to budget talks already underway.
South Charlotte Teen Worries About Ukrainian Student He Met In Online Cultural Exchange Program
A South Charlotte teen is keeping close tabs on a Ukrainian student he met in an online cultural exchange. The two are part of a program that helps Ukrainian teens improve their English skills.
