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Disney’s live-action ‘Moana’ crashes to shore with an underwhelming splash at the box office

WCCB Charlotte 7/12 9:25A Associated Press

The Walt Disney Company s live action Moana may be the No. 1 movie at the domestic box office, but it did not make a big splash in its first weekend in theaters. The movie,...

Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte

WCCB Charlotte 7/12 9:17A WCCB Web Staff

= Usher and Chris Brown headlines this week s stacked concert lineup in Charlotte. The pair, co-headlining a their R&B Tour, will perform at Bank of America Stadium on Friday,...

Median home price hits all-time high in U.S.

WCCB Charlotte 7/12 7:46A Miles Ruder

The price of buying a home in America has reached a new record. According to the National Association of Realtors, the median existing home price climbed to an all-time high...

SC high school marching band heading to Hawaii

WCCB Charlotte 7/12 7:02A Miles Ruder

A small South Carolina high school band is headed for the big leagues. The Ware Shoals High School marching band has been handpicked to represent the Palmetto State in the...

CMPD investigating homicide in southeast Charlotte

WCCB Charlotte 7/12 6:27A Miles Ruder

CHARLOTTE, N.C. One person is dead after a shooting in southeast Charlotte, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. Around 7 a.m. Sunday, officers responded...

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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.

Future engineer prioritizes community service, giving back to community

Education | Spectrum News 1 7/2 2:00A Jenna Elique

Recent Croatan High School grad Carter "Banks" Ketner uses time outside of academics and sports to serve people in his community.

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Zappos: Back to School event, with many discounts

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/12 12:14P Jody Mace

Photo: Depositphotos Zappos has launched their huge back to school event. You can find anything your child needs to start off school on the right foot! (With the right pair of shoes!) The event also...

City Thrift opening on South Blvd — grand opening Aug. 27-30

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/12 10:41A Jody Mace

Photo courtesy of City Thrift City Thrift is opening a 25,000 square-foot store at 6029 South Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina, its first store in North Carolina. City Thrift is known for its modern,...

National Mac and Cheese Day: Deals July 14 — plus a list and map of Charlotte’s fave Mac & Cheese...

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/12 10:00A Jody Mace

Photo: Depositphotos National Mac & Cheese Day is Tuesday, July 14, 2026. As if you needed a reminder to indulge in the ultimate comfort food! We re compiling a list of deals in the Charlotte area in...

Back to School Bashes at Mecklenburg County Recreation Centers — free school supplies and more…

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/12 10:00A Jody Mace

Photo: Depositphotos Some Mecklenburg County Recreation Centers are hosting back to school bashes to close out the summer of 2026. Most are free. Kids will receive school supplies at all of them. Read...

25th Anniversary St. Anne International Festival Sept. 18-19

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/12 9:45A Jody Mace

St. Anne Catholic Church, 1694 Bird Street, Rock Hill, South Carolina, is presenting the 25th Anniversary St. Anne International Festival on September 18 and 19, 2026. Friday, September 18: 5 to 10...

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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.

Sanchez scores twice and Courage top Reign 3-1

Sports | Spectrum News 1 7/5 4:41A Associated Press

Sanchez moved past Kansas City's Temwa Chawinga with nine goals this season in the National Women's Soccer League.

Serena Williams withdraws from doubles match with sister Venus at Wimbledon due to injury

Sports | Spectrum News 1 7/4 8:15A Associated Press

She wrote on Instagram that "I'm heartbroken to have to withdraw from doubles," adding, "my knee just isn't ready to compete."

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