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Rowan Co. roads closed after tanker carrying explosives overturned

WCCB Charlotte 4/8 10:38A Jeff Monheit

GOLD HILL, NC A wreck involving a tanker truck carrying explosives closed parts of several roads in Rowan County around 2:30 Tuesday afternoon. The Rockwell Rural Fire...

Stocks drop as uncertainty reigns about Trump’s tariffs

WCCB Charlotte 4/8 10:19A Jeff Monheit

NEW YORK U.S. stocks dropped after a second day of stunning reversals. The S&P 500 fell 1.6% Tuesday after wiping out an early gain of 4.1%, which had it on track for its best...

Rising Spotlight: Gray Legal Group

WCCB Charlotte 4/8 9:59A Jackson Morrice

With more than three decades of experience, Gray Legal Group has helped counsel thousands of clients, with a focus on personal injury law. In today s Rising Spotlight, Ramona...

WCCB Charlotte and Bahakel Digital: Qualified Account Executes (Full Time)

WCCB Charlotte 4/8 9:20A Caryn Little

WCCB-TV & Bahakel Digital are seeking qualified AEs for Charlotte. Opportunity is endless with the wide spectrum of programming, locally-produced shows, top syndication,...

Earth Day celebration at the Independent Picture House

WCCB Charlotte 4/8 9:19A Deeandra Michel

Charlotte Earth Da y | April 12 | 10am-5pm The Independent Picture House Charlotte s largest annual Earth Day celebration brings together community members to celebrate the...

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Walk to School Day: Belmont community works to get students to school safely

Education | Spectrum News 1 4/7 9:03A Spectrum News Staff, Chloe Salsa

According to NCDOT data, eight pedestrians were killed in Gaston County during 2024, two within a half-mile of a school.

States must certify K-12 schools do not discriminate or risk federal funding

Education | Spectrum News 1 4/3 7:27A Susan Carpenter

State education agencies have 10 days to submit responses from local school districts.

Parents of students with disabilities concerned about Education Department cuts, possible...

Education | Spectrum News 1 4/1 11:20A Chris Welch

While the Department of Education does not run America’s schools or make curriculum decisions, it does play a significant role.

Minnesota officials seek answers in case of graduate student detained by ICE

Education | Spectrum News 1 3/30 10:30A Associated Press

University of Minnesota leaders say ICE detained the international student Thursday at an off-campus residence for unknown reasons.

Rubio says U.S has revoked hundreds of visas as Trump administration clamps down on foreign student...

Education | Spectrum News 1 3/28 7:35A Maddie Gannon

A few cases of visas being revoked, including those of Tufts University and University of Alabama students, were in the spotlight this week.

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Friday Night Live at Moo & Brew Plaza Midwood

Charlotte On The Cheap 4/8 10:19A Jody Mace

Moo & Brew Plaza Midwood, at 1300 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting Friday Night Live, a live music series, every Friday in April and May, 2025. The music takes place from 7 to 11...

Enjoy Mother’s Day Brunch in Charlotte for Dine-in or To-go 2025

Charlotte On The Cheap 4/8 7:50A Jody Mace

Celebrate Mother s Day by taking Mom to brunch. Mother s Day is Sunday, May 11, 2025. We re putting together a list of restaurants in the Charlotte area where you can get a great Mother s Day Brunch....

Nebel’s Alley Night Market April 12

Charlotte On The Cheap 4/8 1:40A Jody Mace

Nebel s Alley Night Market is an open market that takes place in the evening in the Design District of the Historic South End. For an address, you can use Superica, 101 W. Worthington Avenue....

Half-Priced Wine Bottles Every Wednesday at Olde Mecklenburg Brewery & Biergarten Ballantyne

Charlotte On The Cheap 4/8 12:14A Jody Mace

Olde Mecklenburg Brewery & Biergarten has opened its second location, in Ballantyne, at 15025 Bowl Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. Upcoming Events OMB Easter Brunch and Egg...

Trivia, Music Bingo, and Live Music at Model A Brewing in Tega Cay

Charlotte On The Cheap 4/7 11:49P Jody Mace

Model A Brewing , at 1175 Stonecrest Blvd, Tega Cay, South Carolina, is Tega Cay s first brewery. Its mission is to provide the local community with a family-friendly place to...

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'There's only one first': FIFA chief visits N.C. ahead of new Club World Cup tourney

Sports | Spectrum News 1 4/8 9:44A Daniel Gray

Clubs will compete for the Club World Cup trophy and a billion dollars.

Florida wins its third national title, rallying for 65-63 victory

Sports | Spectrum News 1 4/8 1:38A Associated Press

Florida and Walter Clayton Jr. overcame Houston’s spirit-crushing defense Monday night to will out a 65-63 victory in an NCAA title-game thriller.

NASCAR team owner and Mooresville native, Shigeaki Hattori dies in highway crash

Sports | Spectrum News 1 4/7 7:19A Ashley Van Havere

Shigeaki Hattori, a former driver and championship-winning NASCAR team owner, died Saturday morning in a highway crash at the age of 61.

Panthers sign tight end Colin Granger

Panthers News 4/7 5:50A

The Carolina Panthers signed Colin Granger on Monday. The former D1 basketball player is transitioning to football.

For Denny Kellington, CPR training a chance to build on Damar Hamlin's story

Panthers News 4/7 3:47A

The Panthers new vice president of player health and performance is best known for performing CPR on Bills safety Damar Hamlin during a game. Today, his priority is others...

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Ranch Home in Popular Stonehaven!

Homes for Sale By The Maxwell House Group 4/1 5:30A Ray Maxwell

6201 Sellars CourtCharlotte NC 282113bd, 2ba, 1,529sqft, 1.0 acreOffered @ $450,000COMING SOON Welcome to your South Charlotte sanctuary! Nestled in a peaceful cul-de-sac in...

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Layoffs begin at U.S. health agencies charged with tracking disease, researching and regulating...

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/1 6:00A Associated Press

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a plan last week to remake the department.

'Very concerning': NCDHHS director adapts to recent federal funding impacts

Health | Spectrum News 1 3/28 5:30A Patrick Thomas

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services confirms an expected loss in jobs and funding because of the announcement this week.

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