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This Valentine’s Day we’re celebrating love that lasts on Praise 102.5/ 610am – Charlotte’s Inspiration Station! If your love has stood the test of time—or if the chemistry just feels like forever—we want to see it! Upload a photo of you and your boo and you could win: It’s a prize package full of love, laughter, and a little pampering […]
A Charlotte nonprofit opened a warming station Monday night as temperatures fell into the teens following a weekend of ice and freezing rain. Block Love Charlotte, which operates a day center for people experiencing homelessness, is offering overnight shelter to about 30 people and their pets during the cold snap, per WBTV. While the organization […]
Dangerous cold is becoming the primary concern as the region moves beyond wintry precipitation, with conditions expected to worsen overnight. The final light snow showers in the mountains are forecast to end this evening, allowing winter weather alerts to expire as ice and sleet impacts gradually diminish. Behind the departing storm system, arctic air is […]
Cold weather in the South, especially in North Carolina, can be unpredictable, making preparation essential. Unlike northern states that experience harsh winters regularly, the South isn’t always equipped to handle sudden drops in temperature, icy roads, or winter storms. Freezing rain and black ice are common hazards, often catching residents off guard. That’s why it’s […]
Don’t put the bread and milk in the cart just yet — but don’t ignore the forecast either. Charlotte might see a little winter weather this weekend, and even if we miss the snow, the cold is definitely on the way. The Charlotte region could see a mix of snow and rain late Saturday night […]
Mecklenburg County Public Health officials say measles has been detected in wastewater at the Sugar Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant, though no confirmed cases have been identified in the county. The finding comes as measles cases rise across the region, including a large outbreak in Spartanburg, South Carolina, with more than 300 reported cases. North Carolina […]
A former Charlotte businessman was sentenced to six years in prison for orchestrating a Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors out of roughly $6 million. Wynn A.D. Charlebois ran the scheme from 2015 to 2022, authorities said. In addition to prison time, Charlebois was ordered to pay more than $5.7 million in restitution to the victims, […]
Capital One plans to open a new airport lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, adding to its growing portfolio of premium travel spaces. The 14,000-square-foot lounge will be located on the mezzanine level of Concourse A, near gates 21–29, airport officials said Thursday. According to The Charlotte Observer, the space is expected to offer views […]
Comedian and daytime talk show host Sherri Shepherd is on the road with her “A Night of Laughter” comedy tour and recently stopped in Charlotte, where she sat down with Melanie Pratt for a conversation on faith. Shepherd opened up about her faith, saying it continues to ground her through success, challenges and everyday life. […]
Each year, one in six Americans becomes sick with a foodborne illness. In North Carolina, outbreaks increase during the holiday season. Keep your family and friends safe from foodborne illness with these food safety tips: 1. Wash your hands. Always wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds before and after handling […]
The back-and-forth continues over the Border Patrol and their arrest of illegal immigrants in Charlotte. It’s clear that Mayor Vi Lyles and other Democrats on the city council are upset over illegal immigrants being arrested. Last at night at a city council meeting Lyles complained that those arrested “did not have the opportunity to come […]
Johnson C. Smith University staged a thrilling comeback to defeat rival Livingstone College 26-21 in the latest Commemorative Classic, securing its first trip to the CIAA Championship in more than 50 years. The win gives the Golden Bulls a 9-1 record, the most victories in a single season in program history. The victory also served as redemption after Livingstone derailed JCSU’s championship hopes last […]