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FAA says Boeing can resume self-certifying its jets as airworthy

WCCB Charlotte 7/17 11:41A Associated Press

Boeing will be allowed to take responsibility for certifying all of its 737 Max and 787 planes starting next week, the Federal Aviation Administration said Friday. The FAA...

Lettuce at Taco Bell in 5 states confirmed as a source of diarrhea-causing parasite

WCCB Charlotte 7/17 9:39A Associated Press

ATLANTA (AP) Federal health officials have identified lettuce from Mexico served at Taco Bell locations across five U.S. states as a source of a widespread outbreak of...

'We never gave up hope': Wilkes County leaders reflect on North Wilkesboro Speedway's return

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 7/17 8:17A Zach Tucker

The Window World 450 on Sunday will be the first NASCAR Cup Series points race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in 30 years.

State audit sparks conversation about hundreds of old landfill sites across North Carolina

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 7/17 8:14A Jatrissa Wooten

“These landfill sites have been repurposed across the state of North Carolina," State Auditor Dave Boliek said.

Man charged with hate crimes after confrontation with ‘Today’ show’s Melvin at NBC studio

WCCB Charlotte 7/17 8:13A Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) A 40-year-old New York man faces hate crime charges following a confrontation with Today show host Craig Melvin at NBC s studio in Manhattan. The man was arrested Thursday morning inside...

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Approval of state budget comes with changes to teacher licensing

Education | Spectrum News 1 7/15 6:30A Zyneria Byrd

"We're we're trying to reduce the burdens."

N.C. State helping Duke develop food bank delivery app

Education | Spectrum News 1 7/15 12:00A Sydney McCoy

The program helps provide resources to the community, such as fresh produce, safe walkable streets, reliable housing and other opportunities.

State audit launched into N.C. Opportunity Scholarship voucher program

Education | Spectrum News 1 7/8 6:23A Madison Thomas

State officials are auditing a quickly growing school voucher program, which receives hundreds of millions of dollars in taxpayer money.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has a new, real-time bus app

Education | Spectrum News 1 7/7 1:15A Daniel Gray

North Carolina’s largest school transportation system is run by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.

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Insomnia Cookies offers buy-one-get-one free Happy Hour special for limited time

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/16 2:57A Jody Mace

Every Monday to Thursday through July 30, 2206, Insomnia Cookies is offering a buy-one-get-one FREE cookie from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. This deal is displayed at insomniacookies.com . The special includes...

Book Swap at Free Range Brewing on July 24, and more!

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/15 4:29A Jody Mace

Free Range Brewing , 2320 North Davidson Street, hosts a number of free and inexpensive events every week. Some are regularly scheduled and recur every week or month, and some...

Reel Trivia Night at Independent Picture House July 23, with prizes, free samples and live music

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/15 2:00A Jody Mace

Image: Independent Picture House Independent Picture House, 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is presenting Reel Trivia Night on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. This is a free...

Free concert by Brighter Day Community Choir of Charlotte July 26: A Family Affair

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/14 3:00A Jody Mace

Brighter Day Community Choir of Charlotte is presenting a free concert on Sunday, July 26, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m., at University City United Methodist Church, 3835 W WT Harris Blvd, Charlotte, North...

“By the People” Music from the Old North State at North Carolina Hall of Fame on July 31

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/14 3:00A Jody Mace

Image: Depositphotos Join NC Humanities and the NC Music Hall of Fame for a fun-filled event celebrating the rock history of the NC Piedmont. By th ePeople Music from the Old North State takes place...

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'North Wilkesboro is back': What return of points race means to family of track's founder

Sports | Spectrum News 1 7/17 12:00A Sydney McCoy

The return of a NASCAR points race to North Wilkesboro Speedway highlights the legacy of the track's founder, Enoch Staley.

Ryan Blaney wins 3-wide battle on final lap of overtime in NASCAR Cup race in Atlanta

Sports | Spectrum News 1 7/13 2:00A Daniel Gray

The Cup Series moves to North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, next weekend.

Hornets GM says LaMelo Ball trade was made with long-term success in mind

Sports | Spectrum News 1 7/12 3:38A Associated Press

Fans have questioned the decision to part with the popular point guard after Charlotte won 44 games and reached the play-in tournament last season.

Yahoo Sports launches college fantasy football leagues featuring Power Four players and Notre Dame

Sports | Spectrum News 1 7/9 4:52A Associated Press

his new venture allows fans to draft college stars such as Texas quarterback Arch Manning and Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith.

European soccer body says decision by FIFA to let U.S. forward play at World Cup is...

Sports | Spectrum News 1 7/6 1:59A Associated Press

FIFA announced it will not enforce Folarin Balogun's one-game ban, after coming under pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump.

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How to protect yourself during Cyclospora outbreak? N.C. extension suggests buying local

Health | Spectrum News 1 7/16 6:44A Courtney Davis

The N.C. Cooperative Extension says the parasite can be linked to contamination during shipping, handling or the growing process.

How to protect yourself from the bad air caused by wildfires

Health | Spectrum News 1 7/16 6:11A Associated Press

Experts say people should take precautions such as wearing an N95 mask while outdoors or heading inside and closing the windows.

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