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Central N.C. town celebrating 250th anniversary of Halifax Resolves

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) A three-day event to remember the 250th anniversary of the Halifax Resolves takes place this weekend.

John Metchie ready to share his truth with the Panthers

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:00:17 Z

(Panthers News) The free agent receiver is reuniting with his college quarterback and looking to represent as he starts this next phase of his life and career with the Panthers.

Achoo! Breaking down allergies by month

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Allergens change throughout the year.

2026 Draft Preview: Wide Receiver

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 03:32:18 Z

(Panthers News) Ahead of the 2026 NFL draft, we take a look at the wide receiver class, breaking down their college careers, and how they might impact an NFL club like the Carolina Panthers.

Jordyn Tyson getting one percent better each and every day

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 03:32:05 Z

(Panthers News) The first-round wide receiver prospect reflects on his competitive background, surprise ascension, and what he's working on as he prepares for the NFL.

N.C. State's own Artemis II astronaut inspires next generation

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Artemis II astronaut and N.C. State alum Christina Koch inspires the next generation of women in physics

Knights baseball is back, LIVE on WCCB! Pre-game starts at 6:30 PM, first pitch at 7:00 PM.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:31:48 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) More information to follow.

Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices swing

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:03:47 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) A new reality is setting in for travelers worldwide: rising fees, fewer flight options and difficult decisions about whether a trip is worth the cost. The culprit is volatile oil and jet fuel prices , which have spiked sharply since the war in the...

Former NYPD officer gets 3 to 9 years in prison for throwing a cooler that caused fatal crash

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:43:34 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) NEW YORK (AP) A former New York City police sergeant was sentenced Thursday to three to nine years in prison for tossing a picnic cooler full of ice and drinks at a fleeing suspect, who then crashed his motorized scooter and died. Erik Duran, 38, was...

Melania Trump holds extraordinary White House event to deny ties to Epstein, knowledge of his crimes

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:30:02 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) WASHINGTON (AP) First lady Melania Trump is denying ties to Jeffrey Epstein and knowledge of his sex crimes, saying Thursday that the stories are completely false and calling accusations that she was somehow involved smears about me. Reading an...

Motorcyclist killed in Stallings crash after driver runs red light, police say

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:08:45 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) A motorcyclist died from a car crash in Union County on Wednesday night, according to the Stallings Police Department. It happened around 6:15 p.m. at the intersection of Stallings Road and Guion Lane. Police said a Toyota Tacoma entered the...

Lincolnton woman accused of embezzling $80K from church in Iron Station

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:23:04 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) LINCOLN COUNTY, N.C. (News Release) On April 8, 2026, Hope R. Corley was arrested in connection with an embezzlement investigation involving Mt. Vernon Missionary Baptist Church, located in Iron Station. On March 4, 2026, the Lincoln County Sheriff s...

Carolina Panthers 2026 Mock Draft Report, version 6.0

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:00:58 Z

(Panthers News) Check out a collection of who media outlets are projecting for the Panthers at No. 19 overall in the 2026 NFL draft, in our mock draft version 6.0.

Carolina Insight: The Shoe Market

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:08:34 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) April is National Foot Health Awareness Month! As a locally owned business in Greensboro, NC, The Shoe Market is focusing on helping people feel better, especially as it relates to their foot health. In this week s Carolina Insight, Amanda Wood from...

LIVE tonight & Friday on WCCB: Charlotte Knights vs. Memphis Redbirds

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:00:22 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Knights baseball is back on WCCB this Thursday (4/9) and Friday (4/10)! Make sure you re tuned in early at 6:30 PM for the pre-game show, your inside look at everything happening with the team, then stay with us for first pitch at 7:00 PM as the...

Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq's a rare athlete, bringing plenty of options

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:39:29 Z

(Panthers News) His athletic testing numbers at the combine were unusual for a man of his size, and he brings a different kind of player to the position.

Cabarrus County roads to receive upgrade

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 03:58:07 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CABARRUS CO., N.C. The N.C. Department of Transportation has awarded a $2.8 million contract to improve more than nine miles of roads in Cabarrus County. Albemarle contractor NJR Group Inc. will deliver the project that includes milling, patching,...

Rise & Chime In: Did you wear hand-me-downs?

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 03:50:55 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Did your childhood wardrobe come straight from your sibling s closet? Whether you proudly rocked those hand-me-downs or secretly plotted your fashion escape, we re talking about the styles we inherited love em or resent em!

Tallk, Truth, Tea: Dax Shepard defends wife’s social media post

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 03:43:08 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) HOLLYWOOD, CA During an episode of his Armchair Expert podcast , Dax Shepard defended his wife, Kristen Bell , against intense social media backlash stemming from a tone-deaf anniversary post. In October 2025, Bell shared a post celebrating their...

Wells Fargo invests in West Boulevard corridor

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 03:37:04 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTE, N.C. Wells Fargo announced a $6 million philanthropic investment specifically focused on driving economic growth in West Charlotte , North Carolina. The announcement was made at Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) alongside local leaders,...

Up ‘n Adam: Charlotte SHOUT 2026

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 03:25:47 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Adam Wurtzel went to check out some of the unique things to see and do at Charlotte SHOUT . Happening across Uptown Charlotte now through April 19th, the festival features music, art and and food that celebrates culture and community....

The First Hurricane Season Outlook Drops Today From Colorado State University

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:53:01 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Today marks the first real checkpoint for hurricane season. Colorado State University is releasing its initial outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, giving us an early look at how things are shaping up before the season officially begins on...

Early morning frost concerns turning into sunny skies

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:32:13 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Thursday is starting off on a chilly note, with some areas waking up to temperatures in the 30s. This could very well be the last truly cold morning we see until fall, so soak it in while it lasts. From here on out, the trend is up. As we move...

Scores killed as Israel strikes central Beirut after saying Iran ceasefire doesn’t apply there

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:36:14 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) BEIRUT (AP) Israeli strikes hit several dense commercial and residential areas in central Beirut without warning on Wednesday afternoon, hours after a ceasefire was announced in the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran . Lebanon s health ministry said at least...

Running back Rahsul Faison ready to bring ample experience to his NFL dream

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:18:22 Z

(Panthers News) The South Carolina running back has had a long road to get to this point, but he never doubted it would happen. Now, it's about proving to teams he still has a lot more in the tank.

2026 Draft Preview: Running Backs

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:18:15 Z

(Panthers News) Ahead of the 2026 NFL draft, we take a look at the running backs class, examining what they have done over their college career and what they might bring to an NFL club, like the Carolina Panthers.

Up ‘n Adam: “Westside Story” at the Knothole Foundation

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:00:28 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Adam Wurtzel went to the Knothole Foundation of the Carolinas to learn more about a baseball competition featuring six different high school teams from across Charlotte. Westside Story begins today with the final match-up happening...

Pet of the week: Meet Jelly

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:50:50 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Help a furry friend find a forever home! Tune in to WCCB News Rising every Wednesday to see an animal from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control be featured on the Pet of the Week Segment.

What the Tech: FBI issues warning about popular apps

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:41:46 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. The FBI is warning Americans to delete certain apps from their phones. Apps owned by Chinese companies, including popular platforms like Temu, CapCut, and Shein are, according to the FBI, capturing personal information and user data....

Wellness Wednesday: Healthy chocolate bites

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:37:06 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Viral juicer Harold Lefall stops by Rising to make healthy chocolate bites.

Below average temperatures Wednesday

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 01:24:09 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Wednesday brings a noticeable shift in the overall weather pattern. Sunshine returns, but it comes with much drier air in place. Humidity levels are expected to fall into the 25 30% range, and when combined with wind gusts exceeding 20 mph, the risk...

Mayor Cowell talks all things Raleigh

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell talks about the food scene and potential problems with property taxes.

Police department adds mental health clinician to support officers

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:00:00 Z

(Health | Spectrum News 1) The Cornelius Police Department hired its first co-responder clinician to staff.

Tanker explosion at Mooresville bottling plant leaves 1 dead, and 1 injured

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:14:31 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) MOORESVILLE, NC- The tanker carrying sodium hydroxide exploded Tuesday morning at the Carolina Beverage Group LLC at 110 Barley Park Lane. Fire officials on scene confirmed one person died in the explosion and one person was injured who was...

What the Tech: How to cleanup your desktop

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:10:54 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, NC For people who work from home, keeping a tidy workspace is one of the hardest parts of the job. Wires, paper, chargers and random clutter can take up a lot of deskspace. Our consumer technology reporter Jamey Tucker shows us a few...

Voices of East Charlotte

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:10:00 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. The former site of the Eastland Mall is on it s way to being developed into something everyone in the community can enjoy. Jacinda and Flyty Jacobs highlight the history of the area and shows what s coming next.

Rise & Chime In: Do you re-watch the same movies & shows?

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:56:37 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C You know that one show you ve seen a hundred times and still hit play like it s brand new? Or are you the type who watches it once and says, Alright, next! ? This morning, we re talking repeat watchers vs. one-and-done viewers are you...

Trump warns a ‘whole civilization will die tonight’ if a deal with Iran isn’t reached

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:54:09 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) TEHRAN, Iran (AP) Airstrikes hit two bridges and a train station in Iran on Tuesday, and Iranian officials urged young people to form human chains to protect power plants, as U.S. President Donald Trump warned that a whole civilization will die...

Talk, Truth, Tea: CBS announces Stephen Colbert’s replacement

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:47:25 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) HOLLYWOOD, CA Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen will replace The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on CBS following Colbert s final show on May 21, 2026. Byron Allen is paying CBS to take over the time slot, which is part of a move by the network to...

Spencer Fano happy to play anywhere along the line as he continues family legacy

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 02:37:52 Z

(Panthers News) Offensive line prospect Spencer Fano can take his family's legacy farther than it's ever been before in the NFL, thanks to a win rate and smothering presence on the offensive line.