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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools shortens i-Ready contract over screen time, testing concerns

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:07:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools approved the contract on the condition staff will bring additional information and data about the platform.

Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting married at Madison Square Garden? What we know

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:53:00 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce really getting married at Madison Square Garden? Frenzied speculation surrounding the superstar singer and football player s upcoming wedding has spiked over the past few days as reports swirl that the two are...

Hurricanes follow Stanley Cup title by looking at how to improve a largely set roster

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:26:00 Z

(Sports | Spectrum News 1) Carolina doesn't have a lot of free-agency decisions after winning the team's first Stanley Cup title in 20 years.

Ministry helps people stay cool in western North Carolina

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:15:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Fewer homes in the mountains have AC than in other parts of the state.

Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it’s a bad idea

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:44:58 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) WASHINGTON (AP) You ve likely heard it since childhood: Don t scratch that bug bite or rash, you ll make it worse. But why would something that feels so good be bad? A lot of things can cause itchiness, sometimes serious diseases . Whatever the...

Missing giraffe found safe after escaping a Texas ranch

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:02:26 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) After two grueling weeks of being lost, three-year-old giraffe Gracie has finally been found. She was spotted about four miles south of her enclosure. Right now, Rio County authorities are trying to get the giraffe home. Parts of the ranch are...

TODAY: Charlotte Crown vs. Jacksonville on WCCB (4pm LIVE; 7pm – previously aired from June 26)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:01:14 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) More information to follow.

5th suspect arrested in February double homicide in Concord

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 04:39:42 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CONCORD, N.C. An 18-year-old was arrested Saturday in connection to a double homicide in Concord back in February. Kamari Porter turned himself in around 1 a.m. on June 27. He is the fifth suspect arrested for a deadly shooting that happened around...

Landspout causes damage in Illinois' cornfield

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:15:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) A landspout, a weak tornado, caused damage to a cornfield in Fayette County, Ill. on Thursday, despite no thunderstorm.

Detroit Lions player Terrion Arnold is charged with directing attack against 3 people in Florida

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:04:24 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) DETROIT (AP) NFL player Terrion Arnold of the Detroit Lions was charged Thursday in Florida with leading a plot to detain and pistol-whip three people whom he believed had stolen luxury goods and $100,000 in cash from him. It turned out that the...

County seeks solutions as Wake South Landfill nears capacity in 2040

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:16:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Wake South near Apex and Holly Springs is the county's only active landfill.

Hot and humid through the weekend with showers and storms

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:34:46 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Forecast: Friday: Highs: Low 90s. Scattered showers and storms in the afternoon and evening. Weekend: Hot and humid with highs in the mid 90s. Storms will be hit and miss, but those that do see them could see a very heavy downpour with gusty wind,...

America250’s launches giving campaign for July 4th

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:16:21 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. A national initiative is asking Americans to add one more thing to their July 4th tradition: a pledge to give back. America250 s Giving 4th initiative is a chance to donate to a nonprofit of their choosing. If you would to find ways...

Carowinds celebrating America 250 + Gazillion Bubbles Show!

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 03:10:11 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Adam Wurtzel and Taylor Miller invited Carowinds into the Rising studio to learn more about their America 250 celebration, and get put in a bubble! Carowinds guests can celebrate America 250 now through July 5th with Star-Spangled...

More of N.C.’s untouched wetlands will get protected through conservation efforts

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 02:48:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) The North Carolina Coastal Land Trust has signed a Purchase and Sale Agreement to permanently safeguard over 3,200 acres of Sledge Legacy Forest.

Exclusive Conversation with Franklin Graham of Samaritan’s Purse (PART 3)

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 02:41:27 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) BOONE, N.C. Adam Wurtzel went to Boone to Samaritan s Purse headquarters to meet Franklin Graham. In this third part of their discussion, Graham breaks down the latest in Hurricane Helene efforts, and why those efforts are taking longer than...

From struggling in school to becoming a Durham teacher and author

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) School didn’t always come easy for Jon O, but now his past struggle helps motivate him as a fifth grade teacher as well as an author and illustrator.

Survey finds Roy Cooper continues to hold double digit lead in N.C. Senate race

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:45:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) A new survey finds Cooper leading Whatley by double digits in the pivotal Senate race in November.

Hornets trade LaMelo Ball to Timberwolves for Naz Reid, draft picks, AP source says

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:21:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) ESPN was first to report the trade. The three first-round pick swaps will be in 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Charlotte officials to start checking tickets on light rail, buses, city says

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:07:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Charlotte City Council voted Monday to approve CATS’ Fare Inspector Ambassador Program for buses and light rail.

Exclusive Conversation with Franklin Graham of Samaritan’s Purse (PART 2)

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:05:22 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) BOONE, N.C. Adam Wurtzel went to Boone to Samaritan s Purse headquarters to meet Franklin Graham. In this second part of their discussion, Graham explains what Samaritan s Purse is doing in Congo for the treatment of Ebola. The organization has built...

Supreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive immigration policy

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:55:44 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) WASHINGTON (AP) The Supreme Court cleared the way Thursday for the Trump administration to potentially revive an immigration policy once used to turn back migrants seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border. The justices , in a 6-3 decision, overturned...

Rise & Chime In: When was your personal Independence Day?

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:55:39 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Feeling independent is incredibly empowering. The Rising Crew discusses the moment they felt like they were completely independent.

Hornets star Lamelo Ball traded to Minnesota Timberwolves

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:54:00 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) The Charlotte Hornets have traded star guard, Lamelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves, according to an ESPN report. The Hornets sent ball and guard Josh Green to Minnesota for forward Naz Reid and four draft picks. The picks include a 2033...

Talk, Truth, Tea: Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce wedding venue rumors swirl

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:42:10 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) HOLLYWOOD, CA Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce s wedding events are heavily rumored to be taking place at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Reports indicate they have planned a multi-day celebration around the July 4th weekend, featuring a small,...

Wake Forest University will cover full tuition for some students

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:26:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Qualifying students will get support to cover the cost of standard living expenses as well as tuition.

Duke's Isaiah Evans lands with Minnesota in Round 2 of the NBA draft

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:02:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) The Brooklyn Nets selected Evans with the 33rd overall pick in Wednesday's second round of the draft.

2 hurt in apartment fire in east Charlotte

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:03:56 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Two people are recovering after a fire broke out in east Charlotte early Thursday morning. Charlotte firefighters responded to the fire at an apartment complex on Delta Crossing Lane, just off East WT Harris Boulevard just after 3...

NBA Draft: Grizzlies continue latest rebuild with Duke's Cameron Boozer at No. 3

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:32:00 Z

(Sports | Spectrum News 1) Boozer joins 2024 first-rounder Zach Edey and 2025 first-rounder and All-NBA rookie team member Cedric Coward.

Duke's Isaiah Evans among top talent still available after sitting through Round 1 of the NBA draft

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:23:00 Z

(Sports | Spectrum News 1) Isaiah Evans arrived at the NBA draft expecting to become a first-round pick after a two-year stay at Duke.

One nonprofit is offering cancer patients a free spa day

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:47:00 Z

(Health | Spectrum News 1) From yoga to facials, Mondays Cancer Care offers patients a chance to be pampered.

Europe swelters under an early heat wave as France records its hottest day ever

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 06:39:50 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) PARIS (AP) France recorded its hottest day ever on Tuesday amid an exceptional early heat wave across Europe, the national weather agency said. It said France s national thermal indicator an average of temperatures measured at 30 weather stations hit...

Savannah Guthrie says family remains ‘in agony’ over missing mom, begs the public for tips

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 06:12:18 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) Today show host Savannah Guthrie made an emotional appeal to viewers Tuesday to come forward with any information about her missing mother, a day after news organizations said a ransom note received months ago had indicated that...

Gaston County Mugshots June 22nd

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 06:11:13 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Check out the Gaston County Mugshots from Monday, June 22nd. *All are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Lumbee Tribe members vote Tuesday on allowing gambling

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:30:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) The Lumbee Tribe received federal recognition in 2025, which means the tribe can legalize gambling and open a casino if members approve.

Mecklenburg County Mugshots June 22nd

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:29:40 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Check out the Mecklenburg County Mugshots from Monday, June 22nd. *All are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Up ‘n Adam: Brick Masters Studio LEGO Exhibition

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:53:27 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Adam Wurtzel went to Discovery Place Science for a tour of their newest exhibit, Brick Masters Studio LEGO Exhibition. Free with admission, Brick Masters Studio features over 100 sculptures built with over 2 million LEGO pieces.

Charlotte's $20 billion building boom collides with construction worker shortage

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:47:00 Z

(News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1) Charlotte has nearly $20 billion worth of construction projects on the horizon, but not enough qualified workers to build them.

Up ‘n Adam: Blume Studios new attractions

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:41:47 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Adam Wurtzel went to Blume Studios for a look at their two new VR experiences, Life Chronicles and Space Explorers: The ISS Experience. Tickets are available now by clicking HERE .

Transition Tuesday: AM showers with humidity dropping through the day

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:35:39 Z

(WCCB Charlotte) Forecast: Tuesday: Highs near 90. Isolated showers and storms. Winds with shift from SW to NW through the day as a cold front moves through. Winds gusts up to 25 mph. Wednesday: A nice AM with lows in the mid 60s. Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper...