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House leaders rush toward a final vote as Democrats hold the floor

WCCB Charlotte 7/3 4:29A Jeff Monheit

WASHINGTON House Republicans are ready to vote on President Donald Trump s $4.5 trillion tax breaks and spending cuts bill early Thursday, up all night as GOP leaders and the president himself worked...

Veterinarian shares tips for pet owners ahead of Independence Day firework celebrations

WCCB Charlotte 7/3 4:25A Chris Gilmore

FORT MILL, SC Veterinarian at Mill Springs Animal Hospital, Dr. Laura Dayton spoke to Rising about what pet owners should know ahead of the Independence Day weekend. The goal...

Supreme Court will take up a new case about which school sports teams transgender students can join

WCCB Charlotte 7/3 4:24A Jeff Monheit

WASHINGTON The Supreme Court agreed Thursday to hear a case over state restrictions on which school sports teams transgender students can join. Just two weeks after upholding...

Charlotte Fire Chief shares details about latest Department recruiting push

WCCB Charlotte 7/3 4:20A Chris Gilmore

CHARLOTTE, NC July just started and so did a recruitment push for the City of Charlotte Fire Department. We spoke with Charlotte Fire Chief Reginald Johnson about the...

Mecklenburg County Mugshots July 2nd

WCCB Charlotte 7/3 4:16A WCCB Web Staff

Check out the Mecklenburg County mugshots from Wednesday, July 2nd. * Everyone listed is assumed innocent until proven guilty in court.

Related: Gaston County Mugshots July 2nd WCCB Charlotte

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College graduates face toughest job market in more than a decade as hiring slows

Education | Spectrum News 1 6/26 7:43A Associated Press

The unemployment rate for degree holders ages 22 to 27 has reached its highest level in a dozen years, excluding the coronavirus pandemic.

California found in violation of Title IX in clash with Trump officials over transgender athletes

Education | Spectrum News 1 6/25 6:50A Associated Press

The federal Education Department proposed a resolution that would require California to bar transgender women from women’s sports.

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Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay: $10 Meal Deal in July

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/3 2:01A Jody Mace

Image: Bobby s Burgers by Bobby Flay Bobby s Burgers by Bobby Flay is celebrating its first anniversary at 6100 Fairview Road, Charlotte, North Carolina (the first floor of The Towers at SouthPark.)...

LEGO Formula 1 Off Track Experience — FREE family event in Charlotte

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/2 6:01A Jody Mace

Courtesy of LEGO Build the Thrill, a LEGO® Formula 1 Off Track experience , is coming to Symphony Park, 4400 Sharon Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, Friday, July 11, to...

Sonic Drive-In celebrates National Hot Dog Month with $1, $2, and $3 hot dogs all July

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/2 3:20A Jody Mace

July is National Hot Dog Month, and Sonic Drive-In is celebrating with hot dog deals all month. From July 1 to 31, 2025, Sonic Drive-In is offering three fan-favorite hot dog classics at a discounted...

Fireworks after Charlotte FC game July 5

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/1 5:20A Jody Mace

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC If, by July 5, 2025, you haven t gotten your fill of fireworks, you have another chance. There will be a fireworks show after the Charlotte FC vs. Orlando City SC match on...

Mecklenburg home-owners can apply for HOMES Grant to help with property taxes — registration open...

Charlotte On The Cheap 7/1 3:22A Jody Mace

If you re a Mecklenburg County home-owner you might be able to receive a grant up to $650. Town of Davidson residents are eligible to receive an additional award of up to $534. Funds will be paid to...

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Basketball trailblazer Kara Lawson has shot to lead USA squad in LA

Sports | Spectrum News 1 6/27 7:32A Associated Press

The Duke coach is leading the U.S. AmeriCup team that begins play this weekend in Chile.

T.J. Puchyr agrees to buy Rick Ware Racing with plans to build 3-car NASCAR team

Sports | Spectrum News 1 6/26 7:50A Associated Press

The Spire Motorsports co-founder says he has a deal to take over the Ware organization next season.

Kon Knueppel becomes highest drafted player in Wisconsin in NBA history

Sports | Spectrum News 1 6/26 5:06A Geno Perez

Knueppel drafted number four overall

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.

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Research shows climate concerns are affecting the mental health of young Americans

Health | Spectrum News 1 7/3 3:00A Zoe Slemmons, Nicole Clark, PhD

As changes to the climate lead to increases in extreme weather events, many Americans are reporting serious effects to their mental health.

'I want them to feel loved': Mom and daughter carry messages of hope to other NICU families

Health | Spectrum News 1 6/30 1:12A Ashley Van Havere

After Antoinyce Mathis gave birth to twins about 10 weeks early, they spent 128 days in the neonatal intensive care unit.

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