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Mae C. Jemison: The first African American woman in space

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 2/17 7:30A Spectrum News Staff, Meteorologi

Jemison has been an inspiration her entire life.

365 days of clean air: How Mecklenburg County kept the air healthy in 2025

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 2/17 6:00A Chloe Salsameda

For the first time, air pollution stayed within a healthy range in Mecklenburg County every day of 2025.

Over 30 horses died in a 2-alarm barn fire Sunday in Randolph County, officials say

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 2/17 4:15A Justin Pryor

Officials said the 15,000 square foot barn was used to board horses. Forty-three were inside at the time of the fire.

Hornets dancer to hustler: Brittany Caldwell’s 60 Day Hustle

WCCB Charlotte 2/17 3:19A Taylor Miller

CHARLOTTE, NC Former Charlotte Hornets dancer Brittany Caldwell is stepping back into the spotlight as an entrepreneur and competitor on 60 Day Hustle , airing Thursday on...

The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King, has died at 84

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 2/17 3:10A Associated Press

Jackson died Tuesday surrounded by family, according to a statement posted online from the family.

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Parents and day care workers raise concerns over statewide child care issues

Education | Spectrum News 1 2/17 9:45A Ashley Van Havere

Data shows billions of dollars are lost each year in the state due to the lack of child care, and families in the Triad are feeling the effects.

365 days of clean air: How Mecklenburg County kept the air healthy in 2025

Education | Spectrum News 1 2/17 6:00A Chloe Salsameda

For the first time, air pollution stayed within a healthy range in Mecklenburg County every day of 2025.

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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Free admission to Mint Museum Randolph Feb. 21-22 to celebrate opening of Designing Dynamism: Kuba...

Charlotte On The Cheap 2/17 8:07A Jody Mace

Mint Museum Randolph. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Designing Dynamism: Kuba Textiles from the DR Congo, The Wesley Mancini Collection opens February 21, 2026, at Mint Museum Randolph. The exhibition...

Free wildlife program about beavers in Matthews — Beer and Beavers: Dam Good Engineers!

Charlotte On The Cheap 2/17 7:13A Jody Mace

Join NCWF Habitat and Wildlife Keepers Chapter for Beer and Beavers Dam Good Engineers! Discover why beavers matter and how to live with them! This is a free event on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 6:30...

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...

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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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