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TODAY ON WCCB: SOCON Football (VMI @ Wofford) kicks off at 1:30pm!

WCCB Charlotte 10/17 6:16A

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US markets are weighed down by an extended sell-off in the tech sector

WCCB Charlotte 10/17 6:15A DJ Beal

A broad sell-off in technology companies pulled stocks lower on Wall Street Friday, capping off the market s worst week since late June. The S&P 500 fell 1.1%. Its roughly 2%...

US Coast Guard rescues 16 people and searches for more after May Day call off Mexico’s Baja coast

WCCB Charlotte 10/17 3:00A DJ Beal

SAN DIEGO (AP) Sixteen people were rescued from the Pacific Ocean off Mexico s Baja California coast on Friday after the U.S. Coast Guard responded to a May Day call reporting...

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs moved to a new prison after reports of a luxury lifestyle behind bars

WCCB Charlotte 10/16 6:30A Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) Sean Diddy Combs has been moved to a federal prison in Pennsylvania after reports that the hip-hop mogul was living the high life and was injured in a fight at...

Georgia amusement park to reopen as scheduled days after roller coaster death

WCCB Charlotte 10/16 5:52A Associated Press

ATLANTA (AP) Six Flags Over Georgia is set to open its gates Friday for the first time since a man fell to his death from one of the amusement park s towering roller coasters....

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UNC Asheville team developing antibiotic against hospital infections

Education | Spectrum News 1 10/7 8:24A Jordan Grantz

Students and professors at UNC Asheville are working to design an antibiotic to help hospital patients fight infections.

Trump administration proposes $70,000 fee for international students to work in U.S.

Education | Spectrum News 1 10/7 6:37A Associated Press

Schools would be required to pay the $70,000 for each new student's initial application to the program, and a $30,000 fee for each renewal.

One month in: New Hanover County Schools faces challenges, major ballot question in November

Education | Spectrum News 1 10/7 12:00A Alexandra Petro

Mold, bus drivers, academic wins and aging buildings have defined the first month of school in New Hanover County. Now voters decide what comes next.

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Pup-O-Ween at Hi-Wire Brewing on Oct. 23, and more Halloween activities!

Charlotte On The Cheap 10/17 6:30A Jody Mace

Hi-Wire Brewing Charlotte is open in the South End at 340 West Tremont Avenue, Charlotte, NC. Hi-Wire Brewing includes two separate bars, and features 20 unique taps of...

Town of Davidson Halloweekend: Halloween March and more…

Charlotte On The Cheap 10/17 5:40A Jody Mace

The Town of Davidson, North Carolina, is hosting several Halloween events in 2026. Halloweekend takes place October 23 and 24, 2026. Halloween March, Pumpkin Carving Party, and Jack-O-Lantern-Walk...

Open mic nights, music bingo, trivia and more at Lost Worlds Brewing in Cornelius!

Charlotte On The Cheap 10/17 5:03A Jody Mace

Lost Worlds Brewing , 19700-D One Norman Blvd, Cornelius, brings craft beers to Lake Norman. They also host frequent events. You can find all the upcoming events on their...

Annual Candy Crawl at Camp North End Oct. 23

Charlotte On The Cheap 10/16 8:00P Jody Mace

On Friday, October 23, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., Camp North End, 300 Camp Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting their Annual Candy Crawl. Announced on Facebook. Families...

Howl-O-Ween at Stowe Park in Belmont — dog costume parade and contest Oct. 24

Charlotte On The Cheap 10/16 7:14A Jody Mace

The City of Belmont, North Carolina, is holding Howl-O-Ween on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 9 a.m., at Stowe Park, 24 S Main Street, Belmont, North Carolina. Learn about more costume parties and...

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ALS patient advocates for more funding as key legislation awaits president's signature

Health | Spectrum News 1 10/6 9:52A Patrick Thomas

The ACT for ALS was originally signed by former President Joe Biden in 2021.

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TODAY ON WCCB: SOCON Football (VMI @ Wofford) kicks off at 1:30pm!

US markets are weighed down by an extended sell-off in the tech sector

US Coast Guard rescues 16 people and searches for more after May Day call off Mexico’s Baja coast

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs moved to a new prison after reports of a luxury lifestyle behind bars

Georgia amusement park to reopen as scheduled days after roller coaster death

Education » indicates external link

UNC Asheville team developing antibiotic against hospital infections

Trump administration proposes $70,000 fee for international students to work in U.S.

One month in: New Hanover County Schools faces challenges, major ballot question in November

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Pup-O-Ween at Hi-Wire Brewing on Oct. 23, and more Halloween activities!

Town of Davidson Halloweekend: Halloween March and more…

Open mic nights, music bingo, trivia and more at Lost Worlds Brewing in Cornelius!

Annual Candy Crawl at Camp North End Oct. 23

Howl-O-Ween at Stowe Park in Belmont — dog costume parade and contest Oct. 24

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Jalen Hurts sidelined by a blood clot against Panthers Sunday

No. 21 Wake Forest visits Cal to highlights ACC game slate

Hornets look to find a new identity after trading away face of the franchise LaMelo Ball

Svechnikov scores 2 goals to lead the Hurricanes to a 4-2 win over the Capitals

N.C. State ex-trainer's bond set at over $2 million on sex abuse charges involving athletes

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ALS patient advocates for more funding as key legislation awaits president's signature

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