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Watch the moon turn red during a total lunar eclipse in March

WCCB Charlotte 3/8 7:13A Miles Ruder

NEW YORK (AP) A total lunar eclipse will flush the moon red Thursday night into Friday morning across the Western Hemisphere. The best views will be from North America and South America. Parts of...

Gov. Stein advocates for Medicaid

WCCB Charlotte 3/8 6:36A Miles Ruder

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein was in Charlotte Friday advocating for Medicaid. The governor says the health care program is vital to the state, but worries it could face...

Spring Break travel warnings and worries

WCCB Charlotte 3/8 6:08A Miles Ruder

Spring Break is kicking into high gear this month, but experts and officials are warning about potential issues with both travel and with safety. Spring Break travel is...

Checking out the new rides at Carowinds

WCCB Charlotte 3/8 5:03A Miles Ruder

Spring break is right around the corner and what better place to spend your vacation than getting on a few thrills at Carowinds? The park opens for the season on March 15, and...

Pastor accused of child sexual assault

WCCB Charlotte 3/8 4:09A Miles Ruder

A Union County pastor is charged with four counts of felony sex offense with a child. Investigators say 79-year-old Waymon Jordan is accused of child sexual assault involving...

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Universities face big cuts to research funding. At Duke, it's a time for 'damage control'

Education | Spectrum News 1 3/8 4:30A Associated Press

Universities nationwide are implementing hiring freezes, scaling back research and drawing up contingency plans for funding cuts.

Trump administration cancels $400M in grants and contracts with Columbia University

Education | Spectrum News 1 3/7 9:00A Associated Press

Columbia vowed to work with the government to try to get the money back.

St. Augustine’s loses bid to save accreditation

Education | Spectrum News 1 3/6 9:15A Spectrum News Staff

School officials said they are working to ensure students graduate this year with a degree from an accredited university.

Trump vows to cut federal funding for schools that allow 'illegal protests,' expel demonstrators

Education | Spectrum News 1 3/4 5:30A Susan Carpenter

In a post on Truth Social, the president said "Agitators will be imprisoned/or permanently sent back to the country from which they came."

Potential increase in endowment tax has private universities on alert

Education | Spectrum News 1 2/26 9:00A Reuben Jones

Educators at North Carolina's Davidson College say a tax hike on endowments could affect student aid.

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Boileryard Brunch at Camp North End March 23

Charlotte On The Cheap 3/8 6:30A Jody Mace

Photo courtesy of Kiara the Innovator Camp North End s Sunday Funday festivities are returning. On Sunday, March 23, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m., the Boileryard district will come to life with Boileryard...

Spring Fling at Optimist Hall, including free make-your-own bouquets and more…

Charlotte On The Cheap 3/8 5:25A Jody Mace

Optimist Hall , 1115 N Brevard Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting their Spring Fling on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This celebration takes place in the courtyard....

The Independent Picture House’s Community Impact Film Series: Women’s Health March 22

Charlotte On The Cheap 3/7 10:54P Jody Mace

The Independent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, is continuing its Community Impact Film Series , focused on timely issues and concerns that impact the people of Charlotte. The...

Forest Trail House in Mint Hill: Adult Show and Tell March 15

Charlotte On The Cheap 3/7 10:31P Jody Mace

Forest Trail House, a coffee shop at 7201 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill, North Carolina, hosts frequent events. Read on to see what s coming up. Upcoming Events Adult Show and Tell Saturday,...

Shamrock & Roll Festival in Kannapolis

Charlotte On The Cheap 3/7 9:07P Jody Mace

Head to West Avenue in Downtown Kannapolis, North Carolina, for Shamrock & Roll Festival from Friday, March 14, to Sunday, March 16, 2025. Check back soon for specific hours. Admission is free and...

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No. 7 N.C. State women beat North Carolina 66-55 to advance to ACC Tournament final

Sports | Spectrum News 1 3/8 9:43A Associated Press

The Wolfpack faces either Duke or Notre Dame in the final Sunday.

Trump will lead task force preparing for 2026 World Cup

Sports | Spectrum News 1 3/8 7:14A Associated Press

The task force, which Trump will chair, will coordinate the federal government’s security and planning for the tournament.

Students on field trip enjoy ACC Women's Basketball Tournament

Sports | Spectrum News 1 3/7 10:15A Sasha Strong

Fans fill Greensboro Coliseum for big games in ACC Women's Basketball Tournament.

Mikko Rantanen's future is among the things to watch at the NHL trade deadline

Sports | Spectrum News 1 3/7 3:13A Associated Press

The Carolina Hurricanes are holding the keys to by far the most dominant player potentially available.

NASCAR countersues 23XI and Front Row, as well as Michael Jordan's manager, in dispute over...

Sports | Spectrum News 1 3/6 1:30A Associated Press

NASCAR's revenue-sharing charter system is under threat of being disbanded, according to a Wednesday counterclaim.

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Bird flu and pets: Is your cat or dog at risk?

Health | Spectrum News 1 3/5 12:30A Kimberly Perez

The current strain of bird flu is particularly contagious, even crossing over to other species.

RFK Jr. says he's committed to ending Texas measles outbreak

Health | Spectrum News 1 3/3 5:46A Susan Carpenter

In an opinion piece for Fox News, the U.S. health secretary said the decision to vaccinate is a personal one.

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