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Spirit Airlines shuts down as company says it can't keep up with higher oil prices

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 5/2 10:50A Spectrum News Staff, Associated

The airline had been struggling financially since the COVID-19 pandemic, weighed down by rising costs and debt.

A federal court blocked a widely used abortion pill from distribution by mail. Here’s what to know

WCCB Charlotte 5/2 8:27A Associated Press

In the biggest jolt to abortion policy in the U.S. since the overturning of Roe v. Wade, a federal appeals court has restricted access to one of the most common ways to end...

Motorcyclist killed in head-on crash with 17-year-old; charges pending

WCCB Charlotte 5/2 7:38A Miles Ruder

STATESVILLE, N.C. Charges are pending against a 17-year-old involved in a deadly collision with a motorcyclist in Iredell County, according to the North Carolina State Highway...

Kentucky Derby is down to 19 horses after The Puma gets scratched

WCCB Charlotte 5/2 7:22A Associated Press

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) The Puma has been scratched from the Kentucky Derby, so the 152nd edition of the race will be run Saturday with 19 horses instead of the maximum 20....

Exorbitantly expensive tickets for early World Cup games still on general sale

WCCB Charlotte 5/2 6:58A Associated Press

MANCHESTER, England (AP) Tickets for most of the World Cup group games remain on general sale with just over a month to go until the tournament kicks off on June 11. But...

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Teachers, supporters rallying today at N.C. capital. Here’s what to know

Education | Spectrum News 1 5/1 5:08A Michael White

Thousands are expected to turn out for the downtown Raleigh protest.

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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LangTree Live: free music series in Mooresville

Charlotte On The Cheap 5/2 4:00A Jody Mace

Every Thursday, starting in May, and typically through September, LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Rd, Mooresville, hosts LangTree Live , a free concert series. Most of the events take place from...

LuminoCity’s Dino Safari Light Festival coming to Concord — save 25% now

Charlotte On The Cheap 5/1 7:23A Jody Mace

Photo courtesy of LuminoCity LuminoCity is bring its Dino Safari Light Festival to Concord, North Carolina, from May 6 to June 14, 2026. It will be outside of Concord Mills, at 8111 Concord Mills...

Live Music at Heist Brewery, and more

Charlotte On The Cheap 5/1 5:30A Jody Mace

Heist Brewery , 2909 North Davidson Street, hosts many events. Heist has a good lunch and dinner menu, and although the start time for the music is sometimes past dinner hours...

Whitewater Center’s Memorial Day Celebration May 23-24

Charlotte On The Cheap 4/30 3:00A Jody Mace

Photo courtesy of U.S. National Whitewater Center The Whitewater Center s annual Memorial Day celebration takes place Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, 2026. Whitewater Center is at 5000...

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...

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Amazon's Prime Video dives into college sports in partnership with Duke men's basketball

Sports | Spectrum News 1 5/2 6:10A Associated Press

The two reached a deal to broadcast three of the Blue Devils' neutral-site nonconference matchups per season.

After NASCAR's Greg Biffle and family died, police think 'friends' stole from them

Sports | Spectrum News 1 5/2 4:51A Associated Press

Search warrants reveal a potential plot involving "friends" of former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his wife, who died in a plane crash Dec. 18.

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.

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South Carolina outbreak tied to North Carolina measles cases is over, officials say

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/27 10:20A Michael White, Associated Press

North Carolina saw 24 infections during the South Carolina outbreak, the nation’s largest in 35 years.

How the war in Iran impacts mental health of war veterans

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/23 1:00A Kennedy Chase

War veterans and a clinical therapist reflect on how the war in Iran impacts military mental health.

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