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Man killed in residential fire in Harrisburg

WCCB Charlotte 2/14 6:10A Miles Ruder

A man is dead after a residential fire in Harrisburg on Saturday morning, according to the Cabarrus County Sheriff s Office. Around 7:40 a.m., first responders were called to...

Ring ends partnership with Flock Safety after Super Bowl ad backlash

WCCB Charlotte 2/14 4:06A Miles Ruder

Ring is responding after its Super Bowl commercial got a lot of people talking. The ad touted new features using AI facial recognition to find lost pets. But many customers...

TSA agents are working without pay at US airports due to another shutdown

WCCB Charlotte 2/14 3:25A Associated Press

A shutdown of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that took effect early Saturday impacts the agency responsible for screening passengers and bags at airports across the...

Buncombe County confirms 7th case of measles this year

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 2/13 4:30A Justin Pryor

Health officials say a person visited several places last week while positive.

Hedingham shooter sentenced to five life sentences without parole

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 2/13 4:02A Spectrum News Staff, Associated

Austin Thompson, who pleaded guilty to killing five and injuring two in the Hedingham mass shooting in East Raleigh, was sentenced Friday.

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Justice Department sues Harvard for data as it investigates how race factors into admissions

Education | Spectrum News 1 2/13 7:49A Associated Press

In the lawsuit, the Justice Department said Harvard has "thwarted" efforts to investigate potential discrimination.

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The Trailhead Store Birthday Bash March 7 at Stowe Conservancy

Charlotte On The Cheap 2/13 7:30A Jody Mace

The Trailhead Store at Stowe Conservancy. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC The Trailhead Store at Stowe Village, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina, is part of Daniel Stowe Conservancy. It s...

Charlotte Robot Rumble — watch robots battle it out on April 18

Charlotte On The Cheap 2/13 2:00A Jody Mace

The UNC Charlotte Combat Robot Club is hosting the Charlotte Robot Rumble on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Belk Gym, at UNC Charlotte, 8911 University Road, Charlotte, North...

Charlotte SHOUT! April 3-19

Charlotte On The Cheap 2/13 1:26A Jody Mace

Charlotte SHOUT! is a one of the most beloved festivals in Charlotte. It is presented by Charlotte Center City Partners. It is returning to Uptown Charlotte from April 3 to 19, 2026. The festival will...

Best Presidents’ Day Sales on Amazon: Apple Watch, Samsung Galaxy, Kitchen Aid, Tempur-Pedic, more…

Charlotte On The Cheap 2/13 12:04A Jody Mace

The next big sales event is Presidents Day. Presidents Day is Monday, February 16, 2026, and sales go on all week leading up to that Monday. Traditionally, for whatever...

Community Literacy Fair on Feb. 26

Charlotte On The Cheap 2/12 2:09A Jody Mace

Footprints Learning & Leadership Academy is presenting a Community Literacy Fair on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 1 to 6 p.m., at Iglesia Vital, 6701 Pleasant Grove Road, Charlotte, North...

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Chris Paul, the 'Point God,' retires as All-Star weekend begins, ending a 21-season NBA run

Sports | Spectrum News 1 2/13 9:02A Associated Press

Chris Paul has announced he is retiring from the NBA after a 21-season career that stacks up as Hall of Fame worthy.

Four players ejected after Pistons and Hornets tussle in physical game won by Detroit

Sports | Spectrum News 1 2/10 4:30A Associated Press

The Pistons won the game 110-104. The loss ended the Hornets' bid to match a franchise record with 10 straight wins.

NASCAR driver Hocevar and Spectrum roll out sponsorship deal

Sports | Spectrum News 1 2/10 4:00A Michael White

The 2024 Rookie of the Year’s Camaro will bear Spectrum blue in the season-opening Daytona 500.

Seth Trimble stuck with UNC. The reward was a huge shot to shock Duke in an epic rivalry finish

Sports | Spectrum News 1 2/9 12:38A Associated Press

"It's special," Trimble said. "I'm going to remember this for the rest of my life."

Sonny Jurgensen, the strong-arm NFL QB from North Carolina, dies at 91

Sports | Spectrum News 1 2/6 6:57A Associated Press

The Wilmington, N.C., native became one of the most beloved figures in Washington football.

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Buncombe County confirms 7th case of measles this year

Health | Spectrum News 1 2/13 4:30A Justin Pryor

Health officials say a person visited several places last week while positive.

Your Mental Health: Could AI be used to predict mental health conditions in clinical settings soon?

Health | Spectrum News 1 2/13 3:00A Nicole Clark, PhD

Research with AI and mental health screenings showed promise for predicting mental health conditions. Could AI be used in clinical settings soon?

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Studies test whether gene-editing can fix high cholesterol. For now, take your medicine

Health | Spectrum News 1 2/12 1:03A Spectrum News Staff, Associated

Millions take cholesterol-lowering medicines such as statins, the cornerstone of treatment.

State officials look at expanding types of midwives who can practice in N.C.

Health | Spectrum News 1 2/10 4:16A Arin Cotel-Altman

A state study commission is looking at allowing certified professional midwives to practice in North Carolina.

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