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Man charged with trying to kill Trump at dinner took photo with knife in hotel, investigators say

WCCB Charlotte 4/29 5:45A DJ Beal

The man charged with trying to storm the White House Correspondents Association dinner and is accused of trying to kill President Donald Trump took a picture of himself in his...

Google facility planned in city of Kannapolis

WCCB Charlotte 4/29 5:19A Shalaunda Bacon

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. Google has signed a lease for a warehouse facility in Kannapolis. The nearly 730,000-square-foot building is located at the Overlook 85 Industrial Park, at Exit 65 off I-85 on Old...

Tracking spotty storms through the day

WCCB Charlotte 4/29 1:22A Janessa Webb

Wednesday morning, expect a soggy start to the day. Rain moves in early and sticks around through the late morning hours with periods of heavier downpours, gusty winds, and...

Nonprofit helps people convicted of crimes rebuild in shifting N.C. job market

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 4/29 1:00A Jennifer Roberts

A Charlotte nonprofit is using Second Chances Month to spotlight its efforts helping justice-involved individuals get employed.

The pros and cons of the lobbying profession

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 4/28 8:00P Spectrum News Staff

We talk to podcasters and lobbyists Brian Lewis and Skye David.

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Ragsdale senior dives into class and community

Education | Spectrum News 1 4/23 12:00A Eddie Hughes

Ragsdale High School senior Emily Fisher is a four-year member of the swim team, and she dives into the pool like she does in class.

Classrooms, careers, identity: AI discussion takes center stage at Queens University of Charlotte

Education | Spectrum News 1 4/20 1:27A Jennifer Roberts

Educators have to ensure students develop critical thinking skills without depending on AI, a Queens University professor says.

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Free Planet Fitness membership for teens all summer

Charlotte On The Cheap 4/28 3:50A Jody Mace

Teens, ages 14-19, can work out for free all summer at any Planet Fitness location, from June 1 to August 31, 2026. Registration opens on May 18. Teens will have access to: A complete range of...

Queen City Culture & Community Market May 3

Charlotte On The Cheap 4/26 11:27A Jody Mace

The Queen City Culture & Community Market , hosted by Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Beta Omicron Sigma Chapter, is a family-friendly community event designed to bring together local businesses,...

Ardrey Kell High School’s Spring Festival May 30

Charlotte On The Cheap 4/26 10:00A Jody Mace

Ardrey Kell High School, at 10220 Ardrey Kell Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting their Spring Festival on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is free. This is a...

National Pay It Forward Day: Free gift cards at one Dunkin’ location on Apr. 28

Charlotte On The Cheap 4/26 10:00A Jody Mace

Photo courtesy of Dunkin Dunkin , at 5615 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is celebrating National Pay It Forward Day on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The promotion will be at this location only....

Sustainable Reef’s Aquaporium at Charlotte Convention Center May 2: Learn about and shop for fish,...

Charlotte On The Cheap 4/26 3:21A Jody Mace

Sustainable Reef s Aquaporium comes to Charlotte Convention, 501 S College Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $15, and free for kids 12...

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Hurricanes sit back and wait, maybe for a while, after sweep in opening round

Sports | Spectrum News 1 4/28 12:32A Spectrum News Staff, Associated

The Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes have both advanced to the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Hurricanes use postseason experience to advance again in NHL playoffs sweep

Sports | Spectrum News 1 4/26 9:34A Associated Press

Carolina showed its scoring depth with a dominating performance from its second line.

Panthers go big in NFL draft as they look to build on NFC South title

Sports | Spectrum News 1 4/26 3:23A Associated Press

Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan focused on size in the NFL draft, using the team's first two picks on linemen who weigh over 300 pounds.

With the 227th overall pick, the Panthers take linebacker Jackson Kuwatch

Panthers News 4/25 11:58A

Kuwatch brings special teams ability, and had a big final season in college, putting a cap on the 2026 draft class.

Panthers trade up to No. 151 to take safety Zakee Wheatley

Panthers News 4/25 8:33A

The Penn State safety adds some competition in the secondary, and they moved up to get him, their third trade of Saturday.

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