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Charlotte residents were invited to attend two upcoming virtual webinars to give feedback on the city’s updated Charlotte Future 2040 Community Area Plans and Revised Policy Maps. According to WBTV, the first webinar was scheduled for Monday, July 14, from 5 to 7 p.m., followed by a second session on Tuesday, July 15, from 11 […]
One person was hospitalized with minor injuries after a stabbing on the UNC Charlotte campus early Saturday morning. According to WCCB, the incident occurred around 4 a.m. in the 9300 block of Robert D. Snyder Road, near the Duke Centennial Hall building and North Tryon Street. Medic officials said the victim was treated for a […]
Red, white, and blue are taking over Charlotte as residents prepare to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks displays lighting up the night sky across the Queen City. With warm weather and patriotic spirit in full swing, fireworks shows are planned throughout the weekend at locations across the region. The celebrations mark the highlight of the […]
Thirty people have been arrested following a federal immigration investigation at a Kings Mountain business, according to WCCB. Homeland Security and ICE agents raided Buckeye Fire Equipment on Wednesday, alleging the company used fraudulent documents to employ undocumented workers. Around 300 people were inside the facility during the operation. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing, […]
Seven people were hospitalized late Friday night after experiencing smoke inhalation on the tarmac at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, according to emergency officials. Medic reported that six of the individuals were crew members and one was a gate agent. According to WCCB, six sustained minor injuries, while one person was seriously hurt. All were transported […]
North Carolina DMV offices are now accepting walk-in customers throughout the day, a shift from the previous policy that required walk-ins to wait until noon. According to WCCB, the Department of Motor Vehicles says the change is designed to keep people cooler during the summer heat and improve the overall customer experience. By allowing walk-ins […]
Charlotte logged its 10th straight day of 90-degree temperatures Sunday, with heat indices pushing even higher across the Piedmont. The High Country saw slightly cooler highs in the low 80s. The pattern of scorching afternoons and isolated storms is expected to hold for one more day before changes arrive. According to WCCB, a frontal system […]
The Charlotte Hornets have acquired guard Collin Sexton from the Utah Jazz in exchange for center Jusuf Nurkic and a future second-round pick, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. According to WCCB, the person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Sunday, as the trade has not yet been finalized […]
The Charlotte Hornets introduced four new players Friday following the 2025 NBA Draft—the first time in franchise history they’ve added that many draftees in one class. Kon Knueppel (No. 4), Liam McNeeley (No. 29), Sion James (No. 33), and Ryan Kalkbrenner (No. 34) posed with their jerseys after meeting the media in South End, according […]
Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina announced Sunday that he will not seek reelection in 2026. According to WBTV, the announcement came just a day after he voted against former President Donald Trump’s so-called “Big Beautiful” bill. In a written statement, Tillis said his decision followed careful consideration of the legislation’s potential impact on the […]
A section of road in northwest Charlotte was shut down Sunday afternoon after a water main break, according to WBTV. Authorities say the closure affects Beatties Ford Road between LaSalle Street and Russell Avenue while crews respond to the incident. Drivers are being urged to steer clear of the area and use alternate routes. No […]