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Top sporting events around Charlotte | June 18th – June 24th

WCCB Charlotte 6/18 7:59A DJ Beal

Need plans this week? Our local teams have you covered plus more. Click through the gallery to see all the sporting events happening in and around Charlotte each week.

Student-led intiative makes research more accessible

WCCB Charlotte 6/18 6:34A Taylor Miller

CHARLOTTE, N.C. A student-led initiative is working to make academic research more accessible for middle and high school students. Nikhil Sai Gatla, founding president of...

Mommy Matters: Navigating the fourth trimester

WCCB Charlotte 6/18 6:29A Kaitlin Wright

CHARLOTTE, N.C. She wears the crown of Mrs. South Carolina America, but her mission extends far beyond the pageant stage. Mrs. South Carolina America, Caitlin Andersen stopped...

GOLD helps older adults navigate the digital world

WCCB Charlotte 6/18 6:21A Taylor Miller

CHARLOTTE, N.C. As technology continues to evolve, a North Carolina nonprofit is helping older adults build the skills and confidence needed to stay connected, informed and...

Mecklenburg County Mugshots June 17th

WCCB Charlotte 6/18 4:55A WCCB Web Staff

Check out the Mecklenburg County Mugshots from Wednesday, June 17th.

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Duke University begins construction for new data center on campus

Education | Spectrum News 1 6/17 9:30A Kennedy Chase

Duke University construction begins for new graphics processing unit data center on campus.

UNC Charlotte students help design affordable homes in national competition

Education | Spectrum News 1 6/11 9:21A Arin Cotel-Altman

Ten affordable homes will be built through a national competition that pairs university students with builders, nonprofits and local governments.

Your teen's screen time may tick up this summer. How to navigate social media with them

Education | Spectrum News 1 6/8 1:26A Sydney McCoy

A study reveals 41% of teens with the highest social media use say their mental health is very poor.

Celebrity commencement speakers offer advice, inspiration to college graduates

Education | Spectrum News 1 6/6 3:00A Chris Welch

This year's commencement addresses have offered witty humor and sage advice for the class of 2026.

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4 Lawn Tickets for $99 at Concerts at Amphitheaters

Charlotte On The Cheap 6/17 7:31A Jody Mace

The Summer of Live Lawn 4-pack at Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre and Truliant Amphitheater in Charlotte, NC, gives fans access to four lawn tickets at select shows for just $99 all-in, while supplies...

America the Duck’s 1st Birthday Party (Free ice cream and water slide) on July 4

Charlotte On The Cheap 6/17 5:42A Jody Mace

True Cut Ranch , at 5221 Bolick Road, Claremont, North Carolina, is opening the farm to all for America the Duck s 1st Birthday Party on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m. The celebration...

GATHER: Women’s Community & Connection on June 28

Charlotte On The Cheap 6/17 5:04A Jody Mace

GATHER is an intimate monthly event where professional women come together to share challenges, celebrate victories, and support each other through life s complexities. In a world that often demands...

SNAP recipients can get FREE rides to some farmers’ markets

Charlotte On The Cheap 6/16 1:23A Jody Mace

Farmers Market Transportation Program is a new program by Mecklenburg County that offers FREE CATS Microtransit rides to some farmers markets in North Mecklenburg County to SNAP recipients. To be...

Father’s Day Car Show at Jekyll & Hyde Taphouse and Grill — North End Matthews

Charlotte On The Cheap 6/15 9:00P Jody Mace

Jekyll & Hyde Taphouse and Grill North End Matthews, at 316 North Trade Street, Matthews, North Carolina, is hosting a Father s Day Car Show on Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 11...

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Carolina Hurricanes return with Stanley Cup

Sports | Spectrum News 1 6/16 1:30A Patrick Thomas

It was a more high-profile landing than usual for RDU.