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John Berry on “Queen City Country: Legends” this Sunday

Fri, 08 May 2026 03:26:53 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Adam Wurtzel previewed this week s brand new episode of Queen City Country: Legends featuring John Berry.

Bright sunny skies with spring like temperatures

Fri, 08 May 2026 02:34:36 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Happy Friday morning! We re waking up to clearing skies, cool air, and a forecast that does not get much better for early May. Today is shaping up to be the nicest day we ve had all week. Expect sunshine from start to finish with afternoon...

March Madness tournaments will expand to 76 teams each starting next season

Thu, 07 May 2026 12:15:31 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) The NCAA announced Thursday that it will expand its two March Madness tournaments by eight teams each next season, a long-expected move that will drop more games into the first week of the highly popular and lucrative showcase without substantially...

Nonprofit encourages family conversations with youth after violent events in Forsyth County

Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) “I think it was more like not knowing where to start,” said Mara Camacho of Forsyth County. “It's what really held me a little back.”

Top sporting events around Charlotte | May 7th – May 13th

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:14:35 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Charlotte hosts the PGA Truist Championship, Wingate men s lacrosse and several other matchups this week. Click through the gallery to see all the sporting events happening in and around Charlotte each week.

Hornets give coach Charles Lee a contract extension after 25-win improvement

Thu, 07 May 2026 10:18:04 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) The Charlotte Hornets gave head coach Charles Lee a contract extension on Thursday following a season in which the team improved its win total by 25 games. Details of Lee s new deal was not released by the team. Charles has done...

Nonprofit tackling homelessness asks for funding support

Thu, 07 May 2026 10:15:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Hearts for the Invisible Charlotte Coalition said its funding from government sources ran out in April.

Charlotte man sentenced to life in prison for 2020 murder

Thu, 07 May 2026 10:06:47 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. A man was sentenced to life in prison after a Mecklenburg County jury found him guilty of first-degree murder in a 2020 shooting. Joshua McClain, 32, was found guilty as charged for the shooting death of 43-year-old LaMar McNeil. He...

David and Nicole Tepper commit $1 million to girls flag football across Carolinas

Thu, 07 May 2026 09:30:28 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. The David and Nicole Tepper Foundation (DNTF) announced Thursday a $1 million commitment to support girls high school flag football programs across North Carolina and South Carolina. The contribution comes after the North Carolina...

USPS considers allowing people to ship handguns through the mail

Thu, 07 May 2026 08:51:20 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) LAS VEGAS (AP) Handguns could be mailed through the United States Postal Service for the first time in nearly 100 years if a proposed rule under the Trump administration takes effect. Democratic attorneys general in two dozen states sent a letter...

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles resigns after 9 years in office

Thu, 07 May 2026 08:20:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) “Serving as Charlotte’s mayor has been the honor of my life,” Mayor Vi Lyles said. She says she will resign early, effective June 30.

Comey seeks to cancel upcoming court appearance in North Carolina in Trump threat case

Thu, 07 May 2026 08:07:00 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) WASHINGTON (AP) Former FBI Director James Comey on Thursday asked to cancel his upcoming court appearance in North Carolina, saying it was unnecessary because he already surrendered in Virginia and gone before a judge for allegedly threatening...

Former South Carolina QB Stephen Garcia says he has Stage 4 colorectal cancer

Thu, 07 May 2026 08:02:26 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Former South Carolina quarterback Stephen Garcia announced on social media that he has been diagnosed with Stage 4 colorectal cancer. Wasn t overly excited to share this news but it is what it is, Garcia wrote on his Facebook page. We have a great...

Group works to preserve 4,000 acres at Tuckertown Reservoir

Thu, 07 May 2026 07:46:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) For the last 30 years, the North Carolina Wildlife commission has leased the land. But recently, the owners put about 4,000 acres up for sale.

Clarence Thomas becomes the second longest-serving Supreme Court justice in American history

Thu, 07 May 2026 07:20:08 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) WASHINGTON (AP) The first baby boomer on the Supreme Court hit a milestone on Thursday, becoming the second-longest serving justice in history at a time when his influence has never seemed greater. Once an outlier on the nation s highest court,...

Georgia woman charged in Rowan County jury duty scam

Thu, 07 May 2026 06:55:31 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) A Georgia woman is facing charges in connection to a jury duty scam in Rowan County, according to the Rowan County Sheriff s Office. The sheriff s office said residents were receiving calls from people impersonating law enforcement that they missed a...

Mayor Vi Lyles announces that she will not seek re-election and resign from office in June

Thu, 07 May 2026 06:33:13 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles has announced that she will not seek re-election in November 2027 and will resign early from the Office of the Mayor effective June 30. Mayor Lyles was first elected as Mayor in 2017. Serving as Charlotte s...

High School Scholar stands out for leadership both on and off the field

Thu, 07 May 2026 06:25:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Camden Ford is a multi-sport athlete who also hold students offices with four different organizations.

Canvas hack: North Carolina schools investigating what the breach means

Thu, 07 May 2026 04:38:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Hackers broke into Canvas, a system used by many school districts in North Carolina and nationally. They may have accessed staff and student data.

New show “Mom’s the Bride” flips the weddings script

Thu, 07 May 2026 03:48:29 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, NC Moms are usually helping plan the wedding, but in a new series on Hallmark+, they re the ones walking down the aisle. Hosted by Erin Cahill, Mom s the Bride follows adult daughters as they help plan the weddings of their mothers. The...

Up ‘n Adam: The Craic

Thu, 07 May 2026 03:36:24 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Adam Wurtzel went to check out The Craic , a new Irish Gastropub in SouthPark. Click here for more from WCCB Charlotte.

Carolina Insight: The Shoe Market

Thu, 07 May 2026 03:23:54 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) There are a lot of places to buy shoes, and a store with a great selection can make all the difference! In this week s Carolina Insight, Amanda Wood from The Shoe Market talks about how their selection is among the best in the region, and how their...

Rain and storms continuing through the afternoon

Thu, 07 May 2026 03:07:19 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) *Charlotte has had 1.83 of rain making this the biggest rain event since August 2025 (8 months)* Keep the umbrella close by today as it s a soggy setup through mid afternoon. Rain chances stay high all day, and we could even mix in a few rumbles of...

Rising summer camp costs in North Carolina create challenges for families

Wed, 06 May 2026 07:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Families across North Carolina are seeing higher summer camp prices this year, forcing some parents to rely on scholarships and financial assistance.

Global pharma company Novartis plans $220-million RTP investment

Wed, 06 May 2026 06:28:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Novartis says it’s a big step in bringing end-to-end pharmaceutical manufacturing over to the U.S.

Mecklenburg County Mugshots May 5th

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:38:17 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Check out the Mecklenburg County Mugshots from Tuesday, May 5th. *All are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

US Navy returns to Charlotte this week

Wed, 06 May 2026 04:58:59 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. The U.S. Navy is back in Charlotte for the first time in nearly 20 years this week. About 75 sailors representing a wide range of careers will be out in the community throughout the week visiting schools, nonprofits and local...

CNN founder Ted Turner, a brash and outspoken television pioneer, has died at age 87

Wed, 06 May 2026 04:51:22 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) NEW YORK (AP) Ted Turner, a brash and outspoken television pioneer who raced yachts, owned huge chunks of the American West and transformed the news business by launching CNN in 1980, has died at age 87. CNN reported that he died Wednesday, citing a...

Wellness Wednesday: Sea moss watermelon juice

Wed, 06 May 2026 04:49:37 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, NC- Sea Moss Watermelon Juice. This powerhouse combination is not only delicious, but also packed with benefits for your overall health and well-being. Sea moss is known for its high levels of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, while...

Gaston County Mugshots May 5th

Wed, 06 May 2026 04:43:45 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Check out the Gaston County Mugshots from Tuesday, May 5th. *All are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Up ‘n Adam: National Tennis Month

Wed, 06 May 2026 04:18:44 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) INDIAN LAND, S.C. Adam Wurtzel met Todd Upchurch of Serve It Up Tennis Academy to celebrate National Tennis Month, and the health benefits of playing the sport.

Pastor Toure Roberts helps you find clarity in chaos

Wed, 06 May 2026 04:11:09 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Tour Roberts serves as Co-Senior Pastor of The Potter s House of Dallas , where he and Sarah Jakes Roberts succeeded the iconic Bishop T.D. Jakes . Under their leadership, thousands worship live each week, over 50,000 join online, and...

Rise & Chime In: Would you take $1k weekly or $1m in lump sum?

Wed, 06 May 2026 04:00:33 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Alright, let s talk money! If someone offered you $1,000 every single week for life would you take the steady paycheck? Or would you grab $1 million right now but never be allowed to earn another dollar again? Sounds easy at first...

Small town fire chief accused of burning abandoned buildings, N.C. sheriff says

Wed, 06 May 2026 04:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Deputies in Anson County charged the chief of the Morven Fire Department in connection with drug trafficking and setting fire to several buildings.

Pet of the Week: Meet Blue!

Wed, 06 May 2026 03:34:21 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, NC Rising s Pet of the week from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control is Blue! A one-year-old mixed breed, Blue is easygoing with an infectious smile. Learn more about this sweet boy HERE! Click here for more from WCCB Charlotte.

Tracking late evening rain and storms that continue into Thursday afternoon

Wed, 06 May 2026 02:38:41 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Our first round of light rain will be early this morning into early afternoon. The main storm system with rain and storms moves into our region late tonight. Expect scattered showers and thunderstorms to develop after 8 p.m. and continue on and off...

1 killed in crash in University City

Wed, 06 May 2026 00:41:51 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. One person died in a crash in University City early Wednesday morning. MEDIC says it happened around 1:30 a.m. on University City Boulevard, near the intersection with North Tryon Street. The intersection reopened around 4:30 a.m. No...

The man behind one of N.C.'s biggest political upsets

Tue, 05 May 2026 20:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Tim Boyum talks to Patrick Sebastian, who worked on Sheriff Sam Page's campaign to oust Senate leader Phil Berger.

Dry and sunny today, before rain & storms Wednesday

Tue, 05 May 2026 01:06:19 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Tuesday is shaping up to feel much more like early summer around the Carolinas. We ll wake up to plenty of sunshine and a warmer start to the day, with afternoon temperatures quickly climbing into the low 80s. It ll also turn a bit breezy by the...

John Sterling, theatrical Yankees broadcaster known for enduring home run calls, dies at 87

Mon, 04 May 2026 08:22:09 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) NEW YORK (AP) John Sterling, the longtime radio broadcaster known for extravagant, individualized home run calls and declaring theee Yankees win! after each of New York s victories, died Monday. He was 87. Sterling had a heart attack and bypass...