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Hurricanes beat the Senators 2-1 to take a 3-0 series lead

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:02:00 Z

(Sports | Spectrum News 1) Jackson Blake broke a tie late in the second period, Frederik Andersen made 21 saves.

Trump orders U.S. military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:48:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Trump's post on social media came shortly after the U.S. military seized another tanker associated with the smuggling of Iranian oil.

Man arrested in 33-year-old sexual assault cold case in Charlotte

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:19:42 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Police arrested a man in connection to a 33-year-old sexual assault cold case in Charlotte. In the early morning hours of July 9, 1993, a suspect broke into a 79-year-old woman s home on Benjamin Street in south Charlotte while she...

Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount’s $81 billion takeover of the Hollywood giant

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:37:04 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) NEW YORK (AP) An $81 billion Warner-Paramount mega merger has received shareholders stamp of approval, propelling a deal that could vastly reshape Hollywood and the wider media landscape closer to the finish line. On Thursday, Warner Bros. Discovery...

Mecklenburg County deputy fired after domestic violence arrest

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:35:08 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. A Mecklenburg County Sheriff s Office deputy was fired after being arrested for a domestic violence incident that happened at his home on Wednesday. Police received a call around noon about a domestic violence call for service at...

One pill, deadly risk: Officials warn of new opioid 10 times stronger than fentanyl

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) A new opioid called cychlorphine is raising alarm. Experts say it's stronger than fentanyl as families warn of deadly risk.

Top sporting events around Charlotte | Arpil 23rd – April 29th

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:37:26 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) The Charlotte Checkers host the opening round of the Calder Cup playoffs and there s plenty of teams hitting the diamond for sports fans this week. Click through the gallery to see all the sporting events happening in and around Charlotte each week.

LaGuardia firefighter heard ‘stop, stop’ before crash but didn’t know who it was for, NTSB says

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:23:42 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) NEW YORK (AP) A firefighter whose truck collided with an Air Canada jet last month on a runway at LaGuardia Airport in New York, killing both pilots, heard an air traffic controller warn stop, stop, stop but didn t know who it was for, federal...

Tiny North Carolina town honors towering Andre The Giant with roadside marker

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:15:08 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) ELLERBE, N.C.. (AP) Andre The Giant, a towering menace in the wrestling ring but a gentle giant on the movie screen, is being honored with a roadside marker in his beloved adopted small town in North Carolina. Officials plan to unveil the marker...

North Carolina woman held on $10M bond in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue members

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:37:15 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) A North Carolina woman has been charged with participating in a conspiracy to attack members of a Texas synagogue designed to kill as many Jews as possible by driving through a congregation, according to court documents. Angelina...

NFL teams are almost on the clock as draft night in the Steel City has arrived

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:44:00 Z

(Sports | Spectrum News 1) Fernando Mendoza, the Heisman Trophy winner who quarterbacked Indiana to its first national title, is the consensus favorite for the Raiders.

Trump orders US military to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:32:06 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) President Donald Trump said Thursday he has ordered the U.S. military to shoot and kill small Iranian boats that deploy mines to choke traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump s post on social media came shortly...

Up ‘n Adam: Slick City Action Park

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:28:32 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Adam Wurtzel went to Slick City Action Park to slide his way through the fun! Located in South Charlotte, Slick City Action Park has 10 unique slides, all providing a different experience from mild to thrilling. The park also has an...

Talk, Truth, Tea: Jelly Roll admits to gaining 12 lbs.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:31:34 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) HOLLYWOOD, CA Singer, Jelly Roll admist to falling off the wagon as he continues on his weight-loss journey. He says he s gained 12 pounds. The singer blames the weight gain on holiday eating and an injury that prevented him from working out. Click...

Rise & Chime In: Should kids be allowed at weddings?

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:25:15 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Alright, let s talk weddings love is in the air, the outfits are on point, the music is just right and then right in the middle of the vows, you hear a tiny voice or a full-on meltdown. It happens! So here s the big question should...

What the Tech: Wi-Fi Scams

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 03:51:59 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, NC Free Wi-Fi can feel like a lifesaver when traveling or spending time at a coffee shop. But before tapping connect , there s a scam cybercrimminals have been using for years that users should know about. Our consumer technology reporter...

Six Flags taps park presidents at Carowinds, other major parks

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 02:50:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) She brings over 30 years of experience to her new role.

Andre The Giant, a towering figure, now honored with roadside marker in North Carolina town

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 02:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) The wrestler, whose real name was Andre Rene Roussimoff, lived on a ranch near Ellerbe.

Bright sunny skies and 80s this afternoon

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:28:22 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) *Increased Fire Danger* This morning starts off mild and comfortable, with temperatures in the 50s and 60s under clear skies. As we head through the day, temperatures warm into the mid 80s with plenty of sunshine and dry air in place. It s just an...

How the war in Iran impacts mental health of war veterans

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:00:00 Z

(Health | Spectrum News 1) War veterans and a clinical therapist reflect on how the war in Iran impacts military mental health.

Ragsdale senior dives into class and community

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z

(Sports | Spectrum News 1) Ragsdale High School senior Emily Fisher is a four-year member of the swim team, and she dives into the pool like she does in class.

As the Panthers prepare for the draft, Dan Morgan's always open to deal

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:19:20 Z

(Panthers News) In the last two drafts, the Panthers have done six separate pick-for-pick trades, and the general manager said they remain open to any possibility this weekend.

Iran fires on 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz as U.S. maintains blockade and diplomacy stalls

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:59:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) The attacks came after President Donald Trump said the U.S. would indefinitely extend the ceasefire with Iran.

One dead after shooting at police, officer injured, Asheville officials say

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 02:27:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) A person was shot and killed after they fired a gun at police officers in Asheville Tuesday night, officials say.

Sunshine with 80s returning through Friday

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:33:20 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Happy Wednesday, high pressure builds back in and winds shift out of the southwest. That s going to bring a big warm-up, with afternoon highs climbing back into the mid to upper 80s through the end of the week. Wi nds won t be quite as strong as...

USDA declares 82 NC counties natural disaster areas due to drought conditions

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:07:16 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) The drought has been serious for quite a while in the Carolinas. Now it s officially a disaster. The U.S. Department of Agriculture now labeling 82 out of the state s 100 counties as natural disaster areas. Governor Josh Stein shared the update in an...

As General Assembly returns, what about state budget and Berger's future?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) As the North Carolina legislature returns, major questions remain as the state remains the only one without a new budget.

Trump says the US will extend its ceasefire with Iran at Pakistan’s request

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:05:50 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) ISLAMABAD (AP) President Donald Trump said Tuesday the United States is extending its ceasefire with Iran at Pakistan s request as he waits for a unified proposal from the Islamic Republic. The announcement came as last-minute ceasefire talks between...

Union County implements water restriction measures due to ongoing drought conditions

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:02:08 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) MONROE, N.C. Union County is implementing Stage 1 of its Water Shortage Response Plan due to worsening drought conditions across the southeastern United States. In coordination with regional partners in the Catawba-Wateree Drought Management Advisory...

Apple’s new CEO John Ternus steps into the spotlight after flying under the radar for years

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:51:10 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) LONDON (AP) Apple s next CEO John Ternus is a company veteran who rose through the iPhone maker s hardware engineering ranks but until now has maintained a low profile. Ternus will take over as chief executive in September for Tim Cook , who turned...

Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the Osmonds, has died at 76

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:41:04 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) NEW YORK (AP) Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the chart-topping family act The Osmonds, died Monday after decades with multiple sclerosis. He was 76. According to a family spokesperson, Alan s wife, Suzanne Osmond, and their eight sons were with...

“American Gladiators” reboot now on Prime Video

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:16:39 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. A reboot of the iconic series American Gladiators is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The series is hosted by Mike The Miz Mizanin and Rocsi Diaz and features everyday civilians (known as Contenders ) facing off against the...

Catawba County commissioners approve school merger plan

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:13:25 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CATAWBA COUNTY, NC Three school districts in Catawba County could soon become one after county leaders voted 3-2 to move forward with a consolidation plan. The Catawba County Board of Commissioners approved the measure around 11:30 p.m. Monday,...

Rise & Chime In: Are you a good thrift shop hunter?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:26:13 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Let s talk about a very specific superpower this morning You know that one friend who walks into a thrift store and somehow finds a designer jacket, barely worn, for like $6? Meanwhile, you ve been digging for 20 minutes and all you...

Talk, Truth, Tea: Mariah Carey repsonds to R&R HOF snub

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:22:55 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) HOLLYWOOD, CA Mariah Carey told TMZ on April 20, 2026, that she is unbothered by her third consecutive Rock & Roll Hall of Fame snub.

Panthers agree to terms with quarterback Will Grier

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 03:32:44 Z

(Panthers News) The local native and former third-round pick is back with his hometown team, adding depth behind Bryce Young and Kenny Pickett.

Cold start with the 70s by mid afternoon

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:39:51 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) This morning is going to have a bit of a bite to it, especially around the Metro where temperatures could dip close to 40 degrees. Heading up into the mountains, it ll be even colder with some spots dropping to freezing or below as another cold front...

Several injured in crash involving CMPD cruiser

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:56:13 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Four people are injured after a serious crash in south Charlotte Tuesday morning. The crash was reported at the intersection of Carmel Road and Pineville-Matthews Road, just before 3 a.m. A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police cruiser was...

Murder charge dropped for man in Forsyth County deputy's crash death

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:31:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Nineteen-year-old Bryan Castillo was not in the wrong lane before he hit Deputy Mitchell, but said Mitchell’s vehicle was in the wrong lane.

What Trump's pick for CDC could say about RFK Jr.'s influence

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:51:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) It could signal that Kennedy, a MAHA leader and longtime vaccine skeptic, is losing influence in the White House.