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US military says 2 troops are dead and 1 is missing after Iran attacks a base in Jordan

WCCB Charlotte 7/18 8:11A Associated Press

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) The U.S. military on Saturday announced its first troop deaths due to direct Iranian fire since the opening days of the war, saying two were...

First York County Whataburger opens

WCCB Charlotte 7/18 7:01A Miles Ruder

ROCK HILL, S.C. The Whataburger takeover continues, as another one is now open in our area. This one is in Rock Hill on Cross Pointe Drive near I-77, and it s the first in...

'Let the heat come': Fans cope with high temperatures at North Wilkesboro Speedway

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 7/18 6:01A Zach Tucker

“Being as old as I am, I can't take the cold too much or too much heat either, but I'm going to tough it out today,” said William Bush.

Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota pushes farther into the US and engulfs DC in haze

WCCB Charlotte 7/18 5:49A Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) Millions of people in the Great Lakes, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states muddled through another day of unhealthy air from uncontrolled wildfires on Friday. The...

US must learn to navigate its pay-for-play world to find a pipeline to World Cup competitiveness

WCCB Charlotte 7/18 4:51A Associated Press

In Argentina, one of the greatest honors for a local soccer club might be to produce a player who moves to an even bigger club, then maybe becomes part of the country s storied national team. In the...

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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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Hottest Amazon deals in July: Ninja Blender, Breville Espresso Machine, Lenovo Laptop, more…

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/18 8:34A Jody Mace

Whether you re shopping for a gift or a specific need, or just browsing, take a look at this list of today s deals at Amazon. All of these items have steep markdowns in price...

Art Walk on Union in Concord Sept. 12

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/18 8:30A Jody Mace

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Art Walk on Union is an afternoon festival of art and music in Downtown Concord. The next event is Saturday, September 12, 2026: Facebook event It takes place from 11 a.m....

Great Southeast Pollinator Census: Count with Master Gardeners

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/18 7:44A Jody Mace

With many of our pollinators in alarming decline, the Great Southeast Pollinator Count is a positive way for all of us to help. Every August, in across states in the southeast, the public can become...

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...

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'Let the heat come': Fans cope with high temperatures at North Wilkesboro Speedway

Sports | Spectrum News 1 7/18 6:01A Zach Tucker

“Being as old as I am, I can't take the cold too much or too much heat either, but I'm going to tough it out today,” said William Bush.

'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.

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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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