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A death row inmate says judges are ruled by Satan as he tries to avoid execution

WCCB Charlotte 9/5 6:22A Deeandra Michel

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) As a judge considers arguments from prosecutors and defense attorneys over whether delusional beliefs about the legal system are enough to keep a South...

A Democratic governor, a Republican legislature: How Josh Stein navigates North Carolina politics

WCCB Charlotte 9/5 6:17A Deeandra Michel

FLETCHER, N.C. (AP) North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein has taken an unusual approach with Republican political opponents in his first eight months leading a highly competitive...

Five states among top favorites to bring home tomorrow’s $1.7B powerball jackpot

WCCB Charlotte 9/5 6:10A Deeandra Michel

Tomorrow s $1.7 billion Powerball drawing is the fifth-largest in history, and Casinos.com has analyzed decades of jackpot data to create hypothetical odds on which states are most likely to produce...

Iredell County man facing ten felony charges of sexual exploitation of a minor

WCCB Charlotte 9/5 6:05A Caryn Little

HARMONY, N.C. Authorities say a CyberTip led to the arrest of a man from Harmony for numerous felony sexual exploitation of a minor charges. On February 21, 2025, the Iredell County Sheriff s Office...

Elon Musk in line for $1 trillion pay package if Tesla hits aggressive goals over next 10 years

WCCB Charlotte 9/5 5:49A Deeandra Michel

Tesla is looking for its investors to approve a proposed compensation package for CEO Elon Musk that could be worth almost $1 trillion and is based on the electric vehicle...

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Moms' careers and personal time are hit hard by school drop-off demands, a poll finds

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/4 2:35A Spectrum News Staff, Associated

Mothers are especially likely to say school transportation needs have interfered with their jobs and opportunities.

Investment into North Carolina community colleges continues across the state

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/4 1:15A Zyneria Byrd

Community colleges have seen an increase in students, which has also led to an increase in investments being made into these institutions.

Some colleges are welcoming pets in dorms to reduce students' stress and anxiety

Education | Spectrum News 1 8/28 8:28A Associated Press

Eckerd College in Florida, MIT and the University of Northern Colorado are among the schools that allow them.

AI-driven private school expanding to North Carolina as public schools explore classroom...

Education | Spectrum News 1 8/25 1:30A Rob Wu

Just two hours of class? A new AI-driven school is coming to North Carolina as public schools explore artificial intelligence.

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Panthers Pep Rally at The Bowl at Ballantyne Sept. 5

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/4 12:48A Jody Mace

Image: Carolina Panthers Kick off the Panthers season at a Panthers Pep Rally at The Bowl at Ballantyne, 15119 Bowl Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, on Friday, September 5, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. It...

Free concerts this fall with Davidson College Music Department

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/3 9:33P Jody Mace

Davidson College Symphony Orchestra. Photo courtesy of Davidson College Music Department Davidson College s Music Department presents many concerts throughout the year. Some feature student groups,...

Bowl Street Pop Up Market presented by Shop Local QC Sept. 6

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/3 9:00P Jody Mace

Courtesy of The Bowl at Ballantyne Explore Charlotte s exciting new destination, The Bowl at Ballantyne, 15119 Bowl Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, during the monthly Bowl Street Pop-Up Markets ,...

Hispanic Heritage Month events with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/2 9:39P Jody Mace

Image: Depositphotos Hispanic Heritage Month, from September 15 to October 15, 2024, is a time to celebrate the rich and varied cultures of Hispanic and Latino Americans, and the contributions that...

LoSo Studios: David “Shrink” Boyle Solo Show Sept. 19

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/2 9:00P Jody Mace

LoSo Studios , at 113 Freeland Lane, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting a solo show by David Shrink Boyle on Friday, September 19, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. It s free to attend. Dreams, Doubts,...

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Michael Jordan's NASCAR team fights for charter status amid explosive lawsuit

Sports | Spectrum News 1 9/3 2:00A Associated Press

The teams have responded to NASCAR's decision not to redistribute charters while the case proceeds.

Belichick's college coaching debut at North Carolina ends in blowout loss to TCU

Sports | Spectrum News 1 9/2 12:45A Associated Press

TCU beat UNC 48-14 on Monday night. The Tar Heels scored a touchdown on the first possession, but then the Horned Frogs scored 41 straight points.

Fiery texts from Michael Jordan, NASCAR executives disclosed in NASCAR antitrust battle

Sports | Spectrum News 1 8/29 5:51A Associated Press

The hearing on Thursday revealed heated exchanges, including expletive-laden emails and texts.

Panthers look for continued growth from third-year QB Bryce Young after strong finish last season

Sports | Spectrum News 1 8/29 5:45A Associated Press

The Carolina Panthers remain in rebuild mode, focusing on growth rather than immediate Super Bowl contention.

Steve Newmark has made the shift from auto racing executive to North Carolina's AD-in-waiting

Sports | Spectrum News 1 8/28 5:00A Associated Press

Newmark spent 15 years as RFK Racing team president before becoming UNC's designated successor to become the school's new athletic director next year.

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Lenoir County confirms case of West Nile virus in resident

Health | Spectrum News 1 8/26 7:00A Justin Pryor

Officials said the resident had been exposed to bites from an infected mosquito, which is how the disease is most commonly spread.

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