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4 arrested in organized retail crime operation at SouthPark Mall

WCCB Charlotte 12/21 6:32A Miles Ruder

CMPD says its retail crime unit has recovered more than $3,500 in merchandise stolen from SouthPark Mall. More than 30 officers and agents from the state s Bureau of...

1 dead, another seriously injured in Lancaster house fire

WCCB Charlotte 12/21 5:12A Miles Ruder

A man died and a woman was seriously injured after a house fire in Lancaster County. The sheriff s office says it happened just before 7 a.m. Saturday morning on Overbrook...

Man struck and killed by train in southeast Charlotte

WCCB Charlotte 12/21 3:31A Miles Ruder

Police say a man has been hit and killed by a CSX train in southeast Charlotte. This happened just before 9:45 a.m. Saturday morning on Monroe Road near Sardis Road North....

NTSB gives update into Greg Biffle plane crash

WCCB Charlotte 12/21 2:21A Miles Ruder

The National Transportation Safety Board provided new details in the plane crash that killed NASCAR legend Greg Biffle, members of his family, and three others. NTSB officials...

Mayfield looks to remain perfect vs. former team as Bucs visit Panthers with first place on the...

WCCB Charlotte 12/21 12:57A Miles Ruder

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Baker Mayfield has spent the past two seasons making the Carolina Panthers think twice about releasing him. The Tampa Bay quarterback is 4-0 against the...

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'It didn't seem to make a difference,' says Granville Co. mom who fought decision to shut school

Education | Spectrum News 1 12/19 8:30A Jatrissa Wooten

Cumberland and Granville counties are preparing for some local schools to close permanently.

Trump administration will appeal judge's order reversing federal funding cuts at Harvard

Education | Spectrum News 1 12/19 7:47A Associated Press

The Trump administration had cut more than $2.6 billion from Harvard earlier this year, but a judge ordered the cuts reversed.

'With art, there are no boundaries': N.C. teacher's exhibit features work by students with...

Education | Spectrum News 1 12/15 3:11A Amy Elliott

Herbert Akins Road Middle students' work will be shown at Diamante Arts & Cultural Center in Raleigh next year.

'It’s an honor': Gardner-Webb's new president lays out vision for university's future

Education | Spectrum News 1 12/9 12:00A Jennifer Roberts

The Gardner-Webb University Board of Trustees has named Nate Evans as its 14th president.

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Free concert by Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials at USC Lancaster Jan 23

Charlotte On The Cheap 12/21 1:45A Jody Mace

As part of the USC Lancasters Performance Series , Lil Ed & The Blues Imperials will be appearing in a FREE concert on Friday, January 23, 2026, at 7:30 p.m., at Bundy Auditorium (inside Bradley Hall)...

Kwanzaa Celebration in Indian Trail with Art for the Creative Soul Dec. 28

Charlotte On The Cheap 12/20 11:14P Jody Mace

Art for the Creative Soul is presenting Kwanzaa Celebrate & Create on Sunday, December 28, 2025, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., at Elegance Unveiled Event Studio, 3808 Meeting Street, Indian Trail, North...

Charlotte New Year’s Day 5K

Charlotte On The Cheap 12/19 11:59P Jody Mace

Start the year off on the right foot with the New Year s Day 5K . The race goes along the Greenways in University City. The race is on January 1st, 2026 , and starts at 10 a.m. Registration is $45....

Still need a Christmas Tree? Hodges Family Farm has them for 30% off Dec. 20

Charlotte On The Cheap 12/18 7:37A Jody Mace

Photo: Hodges Family Farm Still looking for a Christmas tree? It s not too late! Hodges Family Farm, 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, has mountain-grown Fraser Firs for sale. And...

Winter Wonderland at the Ballpark in Gastonia on Dec. 20: Meet Santa, watch Grinch movie, more

Charlotte On The Cheap 12/18 5:55A Jody Mace

Winter Wonderland comes to Caromont Health Park, 800 W Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, North Carolina, on Saturday, December 20, 2025, starting at 6 p.m. This is a free event, but reserve tickets here. 6...

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Panthers struggling to handle success, lose control of destiny in NFC South playoff race

Sports | Spectrum News 1 12/16 1:30A Associated Press

They are tied with Tampa Bay with two games remaining against the Buccaneers, who are in the driver's seat in terms of tiebreakers.

Harrison Bertos scores in OT to help Washington beat N.C. State 3-2 and win first Men's College Cup

Sports | Spectrum News 1 12/16 12:00A Associated Press

The Wolfpack were aiming for the school's first national championship since Jim Valvano led the men's basketball team to the title in 1983.

Settlement announced in Michael Jordan's antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR

Sports | Spectrum News 1 12/11 5:30A Spectrum News Staff, Associated

Basketball great Michael Jordan and his racing team sued NASCAR, accusing it of violating federal antitrust laws.

Related: Michael Jordan's antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR highlights family ties to motorsports Sports | Spectrum News 1

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Gov. Stein cancels Medicaid rate cuts amid legal and legislative battles

Health | Spectrum News 1 12/10 7:45A Associated Press

Stein and Health Secretary Dr. Dev Sangvai announced Wednesday that reimbursement rates for doctors and hospitals will be restored.

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