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Residents push back as N.C. county reboots process for data center plan

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:54:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) A plan to build a data center in Stokes County is back at square one after county commissioners voided a key zoning approval.

N.C. company building drone defense equipment for U.S. military

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:30:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) A Mooresville-based defense contractor is deploying equipment to the U.S. military to shoot down enemy drones overseas.

High Point Central senior dances to the top of her class, mentors young kids

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:30:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) High School Scholar Hannah Sutherby volunteers at a High Point elementary school once a week to mentor a young student.

Israel's Netanyahu says he agrees to a 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:19:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Hezbollah said in a statement that any truce must apply across all Lebanese territory.

Rising gas prices hit Lake Norman boating businesses as season begins

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:23:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Boat rental companies say fuel costs are up about a dollar per gallon since the start of the war in Iran.

Levine Museum of the New South receives chocolate grant

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:44:31 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, NC- A Charlotte history museum is getting a sweet boost and turning it into a free experience for kids this summer. The Levine Museum of the New South has been awarded a $6300 grant from the American Heritage Chocolate Society, funded in...

What the Tech: Budget-friendly MacBook

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:03:09 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, NC As gradutation season approaches, many parents are looking for practicle gifts to set their students up for success, and a laptop is often at the top of that list. For years, Apple Inc. products like the MacBook have been among the most...

Talk, Truth, Tea: Katy Perry facing assault allegations

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 03:42:54 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) HOLLYWOOD, CA Katy Perry is currently under investigation by Australian police following sexual assault allegations made by actor Ruby Rose . The claims, which Perry has denied as categorically false and reckless lies, relate to an alleged incident...

Rise & Chime In: Are your parking skills elite or embarrassing?

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 03:38:56 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Alright, let s be honest for a second parking can really reveal who you are as a driver. Are you sliding into that tight spot like a total pro on the first try or are you doing the slow roll-by like, nope, not today, and circling the...

Narcan vending machines added in Gaston County

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 03:18:04 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) GASTONIA, N.C. Gaston County Emergency Management officials have installed Narcan vending machines in several locations. They re each stocked Naloxone, test strips, hygiene kits, and safe sex kits. These machines are available to the public at the...

Record Breaking Warmth with extreme Fire drought conditions

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 02:04:08 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Thursday and Friday keep the heat cranked up around here, and it s going to feel much more like early summer than spring. We re talking upper 80s to near 90 both days with plenty of sunshine and very little in the way of relief. It also stays quite...

NCDOT Spring Litter Sweep aims to tackle costly problem

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:25:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) The annual NCDOT Spring Litter Sweep is happening between April 17 and April 25.

Mediators move closer to extending U.S.-Iran ceasefire, officials tell AP

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:51:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) The fighting has killed at least 3,000 people in Iran, more than 2,100 in Lebanon, 23 in Israel and more than a dozen in Gulf Arab states.

New details out on Disney subdivision in N.C., but environmental questions remain

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 03:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Developers released new details on the Disney-themed subdivision planned for Pittsboro and Chatham County.

90s moving in with increased fire threat

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:11:37 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) We re heading into the middle of the week with a stretch of hot, very dry weather that just doesn t want to budge. That dry air continues to be a big concern, keeping fire danger elevated across the area. It won t take much for anything to spark and...

Behind the scenes in Gov. Roy Cooper's office

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) We talk to longtime aides to former governor and current U.S. Senate candidate Roy Cooper.

Six takeaways from GM Dan Morgan's pre-draft presser, including getting to know prospects at a human level

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:08:59 Z

(Panthers News) The Panthers general manager also said there's nothing stopping them from picking another receiver at No. 19 overall, just because they've done so two straight years.

Efforts underway for second round of U.S.-Iran talks as ships reported transiting Strait of Hormuz

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:25:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Though last week's ceasefire appeared to hold, the showdown over the Strait of Hormuz risked reigniting hostilities.

New RDU route launches ahead of Tar Heel game in Ireland

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 03:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) The route leads up to the 2026 Aer Lingus College Football Classic in Dublin, featuring UNC-Chapel Hill. The game is scheduled for August 29.

Bud Clark is a fighter, ready to put everything he has into playing safety at the next level

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 02:59:05 Z

(Panthers News) The TCU safety has been fighting and competing since birth, working to earn his spot in this world and on the field, then keep it.

Rep. Eric Swalwell of California says he will resign from Congress after sexual assault allegations

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:43:30 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) WASHINGTON (AP) Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California announced Monday he will resign from Congress following multiple sexual assault allegations that prompted loud bipartisan calls for him to step down. The decision caps a swift political fall...

South Carolina homicide suspect captured in Monroe

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:38:03 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) MONROE, N.C. The Monroe Police Department found and captured a homicide suspect in Monroe in connection with a South Carolina homicide. Authorities were notified that a homicide occurred in Chesterfield, South Carolina on Monday morning and...

Trump says US military has blockaded Iranian ports to pressure Tehran

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:17:32 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CAIRO (AP) U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that the American military had begun a blockade of Iranian ports as part of his effort to force Tehran to open the Strait of Hormuz and accept a deal to end the war that has raged for more than six...

Talk, Truth, Tea: Britney Spears checks into treatment facility

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:16:44 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) HOLLYWOOD, CA Britney Spears has voluntarily checked into a substance abuse treatment facility. This decision follows a March 2026 arrest for driving under the influence. The move is described by representatives as a necessary step for her...

Rise & Chime In: Are grocery store remodels a recipe for frustration?

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:09:13 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. You ever walk into your go-to grocery store feeling confident and suddenly it s like a full-on scavenger hunt? They remodel one aisle and now the bread is where the paper towels used to be, the milk s in witness protection, and...

Chandler Rivers packs big play ability in a small frame

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:07:34 Z

(Panthers News) The Duke corner dreamed of playing basketball, but didn't have the size. But he found his fit with football, where he's found a big play ability that outplays his size.

2026 Draft Preview: Cornerback

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:06:11 Z

(Panthers News) Ahead of the 2026 NFL draft, we take a look at the cornerback group, and consider how much of a need that is for the Panthers now and into the future.

What the Tech: App of the day “Edits”

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:34:44 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, NC Earlier this month, the FBI warned about potential security risks tied to some smartphone apps developed overseas. The agency didn t name specific ones, but several popular ones have faced scrunity before. Despite these concerns,...

“America Says” game show with John Michael Higgins is back!

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:24:31 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Adam Wurtzel spoke with the host of popular game show, America Says, John Michael Higgins about the show s new season. Click here for more from WCCB Charlotte.

Charlotte Hornets prepare to host No. 9 seed Miami Heat on Tuesday

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:13:44 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. The Charlotte Hornets host the Miami heat on Tuesday at the Spectrum Center in the first stage of the Eastern Conference SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament. The game starts at 7:30 p.m. Click here for more from WCCB Charlotte.

PREPARING FOR PROLONGED HEAT MOVING INTO THE REGION

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:20:34 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) A strong ridge of high pressure will build overhead starting Tuesday, and that s going to bring a noticeable and prolonged warm-up through the rest of the week and into next weekend. This isn t just a brief spike in temperatures it s an extended...

UNC researcher works to make AI more reliable in health care

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z

(Health | Spectrum News 1) Researchers at UNC Chapel Hill's Gillings School of Global Public Health are tailoring AI to make it more reliable for solving health problems.

Pet of the Week! Meet Jelly

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:28:39 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, NC- This loving dog is currently at Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control and looking for a forever home.

Text2Win Tickets To The Greensboro Science Center

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:00:23 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Text EXPLORE to 31403 for your chance to win a 4-pack of general admission tickets to the Greensboro Science Center! Two lucky winners will be chosen. Contest ends April 26th, 2026 at 10 AM. The Greensboro Science Center is a short drive from...

April heat wave arrives this week

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:18:26 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) An April heat wave is on the way to the Carolinas as a dome of high pressure parks itself over the region. Monday will continue the trend of above average temperatures with highs in the low 80s in the Piedmont. These temperatures will be accompanied...

‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ rockets to $629 million worldwide at the box office

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:14:43 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) The Super Mario Galaxy Movie enjoyed otherworldly success at the box office in its second weekend in theaters. The Universal and Illumination sequel added $69 million from 4,284 theaters in the U.S. and Canada, according to studio estimates Sunday....

Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:10:27 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Charlotte s concert lineup this week is highlighted by Grammy-winning country singer Zach Bryan, who will be performing at Bank of America Stadium on Saturday, April 18th. Click through the gallery to see some of the biggest names and...

Trump threatens Strait of Hormuz blockade after US-Iran ceasefire talks end without agreement

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:39:43 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) ISLAMABAD (AP) President Donald Trump on Sunday said the U.S. Navy would immediately begin a blockade of ships entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz , after U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks in Pakistan ended without an agreement or next diplomatic steps...

Judge extends restraining order on $6.2 billion Nexstar-Tegna merger

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:03:09 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) A federal judge has extended an emergency restraining order on the $6.2 billion merger between local TV giants Nexstar and Tegna for one week. Eight state attorneys general and DirecTV have sued to stop the merger, arguing it would raise how much you...

FAA asking video gamers to apply for ATC jobs

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:57:57 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) The Federal Aviation Administration is turning to an unlikely talent pool to fix a critical shortage of air traffic controllers. The agency is recruiting video gamers because of their quick thinking, focus, and ability to manage complex situations...