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Rising rent, not enough options: N.C.'s growing need for affordable housing

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 6/23 6:30A Ashley Van Havere

North Carolina is one of the fastest-growing states, but as the population climbs, so does the need for housing, especially affordable housing.

Game 7: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 29 points and Thunder beat Pacers 103-91 for NBA title

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 6/23 4:29A Spectrum News Staff, Associated

The Pacers lost star Tyrese Haliburton early in Game 7 to a serious lower right leg injury.

Adam discusses his Alaska trip

WCCB Charlotte 6/23 3:45A Adam Wurtzel

CHARLOTTE, N.C. Adam Wurtzel is back from Alaska, and sat down on the couch to discuss the highlights of his trip.

North Carolina lawmakers split along party lines after U.S. bombed Iranian nuclear sites

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 6/23 3:15A Charles Duncan

On Saturday, the United States bombed nuclear sites in Iran, joining Israel's air campaign against the Middle East nation, the Pentagon said.

First heat wave of the summer

WCCB Charlotte 6/23 1:48A Nicole Madden

AM Weather Headlines: Dangerous Heat Feels Like 105+ No Relief Overnight Storms Return Midweek Humidity Stays High Watching the Tropics Discussion: We re locked into a multi...

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How N.C. public media is bracing for potential federal cuts

Education | Spectrum News 1 6/19 3:19A Patrick Thomas

Proactive decision-making saved North Carolina PBS roughly $1 million in this year's budget.

Judge extends order suspending Trump's block on Harvard's incoming foreign students

Education | Spectrum News 1 6/16 9:17A Associated Press

Trump moved to block foreign students from entering the U.S. to attend Harvard earlier this month, citing concerns over national security.

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They’ve Been Given A Change of Heart

Charlotte Magazine 6/23 8:28A Tess Allen

Since 2021, Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute has more than doubled its annual rate of heart transplants, from 28 in 2021 to 71 in 2024. It s the product of innovation, improved access,...

Camp North End Still Has A Lot of Work To Do

Charlotte Magazine 6/23 5:45A Kathleen Purvis

There are moments when Camp North End feels sublime, like on a recent Friday afternoon. A little girl wrestles giant Legos they re taller than she is in an outdoor play space while thwocks echo from...

Get a Free Bird Dog Combo from Bojangles!

Charlotte On The Cheap 6/23 4:30A Jody Mace

Bojangles is teaming up with Mountain Dew and gaming personality & Charlotte native JoeWo to celebrate the return of Bo’s Bird Dogs to the menu. From June 23 through July 21, 2025, fans can visit...

Michael Graff is Charlotte’s Optimist

Charlotte Magazine 6/23 4:27A Jen Tota McGivney

Michael Graff is coming home to Charlotte. Well, not quite. He never left: Michael—editor of this magazine from 2013 to 2017—has been in Charlotte for 12 years. For the past...

The Battle of Charlotte Living History Weekend at Museum of the Waxhaws August 30-31

Charlotte On The Cheap 6/23 4:18A Jody Mace

Museum of the Waxhaws , 8215 Waxhaw Hwy, Waxhaw, North Carolina, is hosting The Battle of Charlotte: American Revolution Reenactment & Living History Weekend on Saturday, August 30, and Sunday, August...

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Game 7: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 29 points and Thunder beat Pacers 103-91 for NBA title

Sports | Spectrum News 1 6/23 4:29A Spectrum News Staff, Associated

The Pacers lost star Tyrese Haliburton early in Game 7 to a serious lower right leg injury.

Federal judge calls on NASCAR, teams to settle bitter antitrust battle

Sports | Spectrum News 1 6/18 1:00A Associated Press

"It's hard to picture a winner if this goes to the mat — or to the flag — in this case," U.S. District Judge Kenneth Bell said.

Van Gisbergen's emotional win in Mexico City locks him into NASCAR playoffs

Sports | Spectrum News 1 6/16 1:30A Associated Press

Very little went right for Shane Van Gisbergen in the buildup to NASCAR's first international Cup Series points-paying race of the modern era.

Tar Heels players embrace new world as part of coach Bill Belichick's first college team

Sports | Spectrum News 1 6/13 2:18A AARON BEARD

Belichick's sense of humor caught them off guard amid his all-business demeanor.

It's more than just the game: How teens are using sports to improve their mental health

Sports | Spectrum News 1 6/10 12:00P Ashley Van Havere

As concerns over youth mental health continues to grow, teens are turning to one outlet — sports — to help young people cope.

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N.C. DHHS connects social services statewide with new system

Health | Spectrum News 1 6/19 2:46A Sasha Strong

North Carolina is rolling out a new computer system it says will help better serve the state’s most vulnerable children.

Thousands traveled to North Carolina for abortions in 2024

Health | Spectrum News 1 6/11 11:00A Chloe Salsameda

A study found that more than 45,000 abortions were performed in North Carolina in 2024, including 16,700 for patients who traveled from out of state.

Bill to expand prosthetic, orthotic access inspired by N.C. woman’s journey

Health | Spectrum News 1 6/11 10:11A Marshall Keely

Legislation up for consideration in the North Carolina General Assembly could expand prosthetic access and insurance coverage for amputees.

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