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Rise & Chime In: What piece of tech can you not live without?

WCCB Charlotte 1/16 4:56A Chris Gilmore

CHARLOTTE, NC- What piece of tech can you not live without?

Interstate 485 ramp closures set for next week

WCCB Charlotte 1/16 4:05A Shalaunda Bacon

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -N.C. Department of Transportation contract crews will be closing several ramps Monday and Tuesday nights for overhead sign work associated with the I-485...

Frigid Friday morning, wet & wintry weekend ahead

WCCB Charlotte 1/15 9:55P James Scott

Happy Friday! The coldest air we ve seen so far this year has arrived this morning, as lows sink into the single digits, teens, and lower 20s. Highs remain on the chilly side,...

Petition to remove Mecklenburg County sheriff dismissed

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 1/15 5:00A Jordan Kudisch

“I feel great. It’s another day on the job,” McFadden said when asked how he felt about the hearing.

Firefighter injured while battling storage facility fire

WCCB Charlotte 1/14 11:20P Shalaunda Bacon

CHARLOTTE, N.C. A firefighter is recovering after being injured while battling a storage facility fire in Charlotte Thursday morning. Officials say the fire broke out on...

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Elon University plans full-time law program in Charlotte as merger with Queens moves forward

Education | Spectrum News 1 1/14 12:00A Jennifer Roberts

Elon University is deepening its footprint in Charlotte with the launch of a full-time law program.

Children born around the pandemic are experiencing speech delays, experts say it's not uncommon

Education | Spectrum News 1 1/7 2:15A Arin Cotel-Altman

“COVID kindergarteners” refers to children born around the time of the pandemic who are now about halfway done with their first year of school.

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Lunar New Year events for kids at Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Feb. 16

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/18 6:00A Jody Mace

Image: Depositphotos The Lunar New Year is February 17, 2026. This will be the Year of the Horse. Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has some Lunar New Year events planned. These are free events. One...

Super Bowl Watch Party at Midtown Tavern

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/17 5:20A Jody Mace

Midtown Tavern,1500 E 3rd Street, Charlotte, NC, is hosting a Super Bowl Watch Party on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 6 p.m. Multiple TVs showing the game. Cigars allowed on the patio. No admission fee...

115 Craft in McAdenville: Chili Cook-Off, Super Bowl Potluck, Free Wine Tastings

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/17 5:10A Jody Mace

115 Craft is a bottle shop/taproom at 115 Main Street, McAdenville, North Carolina. It hosts many events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Here are some of them. Upcoming Events Chili...

Learn More. Live Better Parkinson’s Symposium March 7

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/17 12:25A Jody Mace

Learn More. Live Better Parkinson s Symposium is a free event taking place March 7, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Northside Baptist Church, 333 Jeremiah Blvd, Charlotte,...

Comedy Coop: Showcase + Open Mic at Birdsong Brewing, Jan. 17, more

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/14 4:46A Jody Mace

Birdsong Brewing Co., at 1016 North Davidson Street, frequently hosts live music and other events. There s no cover. You can always verify their schedule on their website or...

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NASCAR community mourns Greg Biffle and family at memorial service in Charlotte

Sports | Spectrum News 1 1/16 5:00A Spectrum News Staff, Associated

A memorial service is taking place Friday in Charlotte for former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and six others killed in a plane crash last month.

Dell Curry finally getting his No. 30 jersey retired by Charlotte

Sports | Spectrum News 1 1/14 6:56A Associated Press

It will be the second jersey retired by the Hornets, who will have a ceremony March 23 when the team plays host to the Orlando Magic.

Another NASCAR race returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway. Here are the details

Sports | Spectrum News 1 1/14 4:30A Zach Tucker

The hills are alive with the sounds of racing.

Jalen Coker emerges as needed reliable No. 2 wide receiver for Bryce Young in Carolina

Sports | Spectrum News 1 1/12 11:30P Associated Press

The Carolina Panthers have found a promising wide receiver duo in Jalen Coker and Tetairoa McMillan.

Hornets build a 47-point lead in the 1st half and rout the Jazz 150-95

Sports | Spectrum News 1 1/12 2:30A Associated Press

It was the second-biggest win in franchise history for the Hornets and their largest on the road.

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