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Governor Stein Announces Standing Orders to Increase Access to COVID-19 Vaccines

WCCB Charlotte 9/12 10:22A WCCB Web Staff

RALEIGH, N.C. (News Release) To increase access to safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines for those who so choose, Governor Josh Stein earlier today directed the State Health...

More than 1,200 gallons of wastewater reaches Kings Branch in Catawba River Watershed

WCCB Charlotte 9/12 10:18A Caryn Little

CHARLOTTE, N.C. Charlotte Water says more than 1,200 gallons of untreated wastewater reached Kings Branch in the Catawba River Watershed. Charlotte Water crews say they...

Texas man convicted for traveling to Charlotte to engage in sexual activity with a child

WCCB Charlotte 9/12 10:09A Caryn Little

CHARLOTTE, N.C. A federal jury in Charlotte returned a guilty verdict against a Texas man for traveling to Charlotte to engage in sexual activity with a child, announced Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney...

Boil water notice issued after E.Coli bacteria detected in York County water sample

WCCB Charlotte 9/12 9:42A Caryn Little

YORK COUNTY, S.C. A boil water notice has been issued for residents in Western York County after the presence of E.Coli bacteria was detected in a water sample. York County...

Reward offered in double homicide house fire

WCCB Charlotte 9/12 9:40A Miles Ruder

BURKE CO., N.C. A cash reward is being offered for information in regards to a double homicide house fire in Burke County last month, according to the Burke County Sheriff s...

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Blue Ridge Community College training workers to help rebuild after Helene

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/12 8:01A Jennifer Roberts

The school’s accelerated workforce program offers free training for students, preparing them for entry-level construction jobs.

Historically Black colleges and universities across U.S. on lockdown, cancel classes after threats

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/11 11:43A Joseph Konig

At least eight historically Black colleges and universities implemented shelter-in-place orders, shut down campus facilities and canceled classes.

Judge issues nationwide block on Trump policy that cuts off Head Start for people in U.S. illegally

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/11 10:51A Associated Press

A Trump administration directive intended to prevent children in the U.S. illegally from enrolling in the federally funded preschool program.

Texas A&M professor fired after video shows classroom confrontation over gender identity coursework

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/11 3:35A Associated Press

The firing of Melissa McCoul came after political pressure from Republican lawmakers, including Gov. Greg Abbott, who had called for her termination.

U.S. high school students lose ground in math and reading, continuing yearslong decline

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/9 6:45A Associated Press

In reading, the average score in 2024 was the lowest score in the history of the assessment.

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NFL Team Bars Across Charlotte

Charlotte Magazine 9/12 1:00A Magazine Staff

While Charlotte doesn t have bars or fan groups for every NFL team, most are represented. Find your people and where to congregate for game day. AFC EAST Buffalo Bills Tavern on the Tracks 1411 S....

Signs of a Happy Child

Charlotte Magazine 9/11 5:23A Charlotte Mag Content Studio

In Partnership with By Taren Coley, MD, Psychiatrist & Director of Child & Adolescent Services at HopeWay A global survey found that 73% of Americans believe raising a happy child is the most...

Smart Service in the Queen City: Why HVAC Business Software Is Elevating Charlotte Homes

Creative Loafing Charlotte 9/2 6:15A Alan Watts

In Charlotte, reliable heating and cooling isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity…

Safety Awards for Companies: Boosting Workplace Culture and Performance

Creative Loafing Charlotte 9/2 6:12A Alan Watts

Workplace safety remains one of the most critical aspects of running a successful business. Companies that prioritize employee wellbeing often find themselves with higher...

After Helene, What Remains Of The Linville Gorge?

Charlotte Magazine 9/2 3:32A Ryan Fagan

Near the end of an exhausting day on my first visit to Linville Gorge almost two decades ago, I walked up to a massive granite boulder that rested on the bedrock about 15 feet off the river. I stopped...

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Brittany Force, 'Queen of Speed,' to retire after record-breaking season to start a family

Sports | Spectrum News 1 9/12 12:45P Associated Press

Brittany Force, a two-time Top Fuel world champion, has announced her retirement at the end of the season to focus on starting a family.

Panthers had an ugly opener, but an antidote to their problems could be the Cardinals

Sports | Spectrum News 1 9/12 4:45A Associated Press

The Panthers (0-1) have struggled against most of the NFL over the past several seasons, but one exception is the Cardinals.

NCAA investigates 13 former basketball players for sports betting violations

Sports | Spectrum News 1 9/12 4:45A Associated Press

Cases include athletes formerly associated with Eastern Michigan, Temple, Arizona State, New Orleans, North Carolina A&T and Mississippi Valley.

Panthers encouraged by rookie WR Tetairoa McMillan's performance in season opener

Sports | Spectrum News 1 9/11 1:05A Associated Press

Coach Dave Canales said McMillan is who he thought he was when the Panthers drafted him No. 8 overall.

Darian Mensah made a high-profile QB move from Tulane to Duke. Now he'll face his former program

Sports | Spectrum News 1 9/11 1:00A Associated Press

Mensah helped Tulane win its first seven American Conference games last year.

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Two N.C. donors help save the life of veteran and dad, through kidney donations

Health | Spectrum News 1 9/8 1:00A Ashley Van Havere

With the help of a living donor and deceased donor, Terry Hall, a veteran and North Carolina father of three, gets to live to see his grandchildren.

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