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00:07:53

I-77 toll lane town hall erupts as residents force...

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2026/02/06

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is advancing an elevated design for the I-77 South Express Lanes project after a yearlong community engagement effort that reached nearly 2,000 people.The elevated express lanes design option in the uptown area will construct express lanes over the existing interstate or to the side of it, reducing property impacts to the McCrorey Heights and Wesley Heights neighborhoods, minimizing effects on Frazier Park, and avoiding impacts to Pinewood Cemetery,

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00:10:02

CMS makes emergency calendar changes following 8...

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2026/02/05

After an emergency meeting on Wednesday, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has adjusted the 2025-26 calendar to accommodate hours lost to the back-to-back weekend storms.The two winter storms knocked out CMS for almost two weeks. Classes are resuming regular instruction on Thursday, Feb. 5. The last nine school days have either been delayed by two hours, closed in-person with remote learning, or fully closed. The last full day of class was Thursday, Jan. 22, right before the winter ice storm that

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00:08:25

Tracking road conditions in Charlotte-area after...

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2026/02/02

WCNC Charlotte continues to monitor hazardous road conditions as black ice and dangerously cold temperatures affect the Charlotte area.Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/weather/forecast/charlotte-weather-forecast-update/275-50501550WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeartAll of WCNC

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00:10:50

Mint Hill teen accused of plotting New Year's Eve...

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2026/01/29

Christian Sturdivant, 18, is due in federal court Thursday after being indicted for allegedly plotting a New Year's Eve terror attack at Mint Hill locations.The Department of Justice announced Tuesday that a Charlotte grand jury indicted Sturdivant for reportedly trying to aid ISIS. He was arrested and charged on Dec. 31, 2025, after the FBI reportedly learned he planned to use knives and hammers at a grocery store and fast food restaurant in a deadly attack. Prosecutors said he intended to kill as

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00:08:39

How to get your car ready for ice and snow

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2026/01/23

Cold weather can turn small car problems into big emergencies. Mechanics recommend checking batteries, tires, fluids, and packing emergency supplies now.Weather Impact Alert: https://www.wcnc.com/article/weather/looking-ahead-to-potential-weekend-winter-weather/275-a2d04685-3055-47ae-b3ec-f413d810630aHow to protect your pipes: https://www.wcnc.com/article/weather/weather-impact/charlotte-water-urges-residents-to-protect-pipes/275-ff868eef-1766-4b38-a822-2573772ba971How to drive in the snow and on

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00:10:44

Storm prep rush: Hardware stores sell out as...

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2026/01/22

Shoppers flood hardware stores for ice melt, batteries and heaters as Charlotte braces for a severe winter storm. Officials urge residents to prepare now.How to conserve power during winter weather: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/local/duke-energy-urges-customers-to-conserve-energy/275-032156fb-df9d-4fc5-88fb-a54e4c4efc45Duke Energy urges home readiness ahead of winter weather:

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00:09:49

Family demands answers after alleged assault by CMS...

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2026/01/15

A Charlotte family is demanding answers from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools after they say a vice principal attacked their 13-year-old son at Renaissance West STEAM Academy in October.Ashley Bolton said her son, Karter Bolton, was confronted by a teacher for having headphones around his neck. When he didn't want to remove them, worried they would be confiscated, vice principal Sanders Fairley was called in.What happened next, the family says, was captured on school security cameras."As a parent, I

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00:11:04

Panthers players, fans already prepping for next season

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2026/01/12

The Panthers' playoff run ended with a close loss to the Rams, but their first postseason appearance in 8 years has fans optimistic about the future.Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/sports/local-sports/panthers-set-for-playoff-return/275-25b74a3c-5869-44d9-9aa2-ed5123b937e3WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn ||

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00:10:05

Back-to-back shootings by federal immigration agents...

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2026/01/09

The Portland Police Bureau confirmed to KGW that a man and woman were shot in an incident involving federal law enforcement agents Thursday afternoon in East Portland, Oregon.The Department of Homeland Security said Border Patrol agents were "conducting a targeted vehicle stop" and when agents identified themselves, the driver in the car allegedly "weaponized his vehicle and attempted to run over the law enforcement agents." The statement said an agent fired one shot after "fearing for his life and

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00:12:37

Charlotte protest planned after woman fatally shot by...

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2026/01/08

A 37-year-old woman was fatally shot in Minneapolis Wednesday morning by an ICE agent as federal immigration officials conducted a sweeping operation in the city, Minnesota officials confirmed.Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said at a press conference that he was "angry" at the presence of immigration officials in the city, but promised justice for the woman whom the Minneapolis City Council identified as Renee Nicole Good."We collectively are going to do everything possible to get to the bottom of

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00:10:11

Sheriff McFadden claims 'smear campaign' amid removal...

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2026/01/07

Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden dismissed a petition seeking his removal as a "smear campaign" on Tuesday before participating in a panel discussion about the county's closed juvenile detention center, as mounting questions about his leadership intersect with debates over juvenile justice policy.The panel was convened to address misconceptions about why the detention center was closed, the challenges of reopening it, and the requirements for bringing it back online. But the discussion

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00:11:24

NC lawmaker, former MCSO employees file petition to...

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2026/01/06

North Carolina Rep. Carla Cunningham and four former employees of the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office have filed a petition to remove Sheriff Garry McFadden from office, alleging attempted extortion, corruption and more.Along with Rep. Cunningham, former sergeant Marcia Crenshaw Hill, former chief deputy Kevin Canty, former captain Juan Delgado and former major Bryan Adams filed accusing the sheriff of misconduct, maladministration and habitual refusal to perform duties of the office.The

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00:10:29

Panthers fans in Charlotte celebrate playoff return

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2026/01/05

Panthers fans across the Queen City are celebrating after Carolina secured a spot in the NFL playoffs for the first time since 2017.The Panthers secured the NFC South title Sunday thanks to a win by the Atlanta Falcons over the New Orleans Saints, a result that officially sent Carolina to the postseason and ended a years-long playoff drought.Fans across Charlotte say the moment sparked a feeling they haven’t experienced in years. After multiple losing seasons, many say pride in Panthers football is

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00:07:43

Wake Forest, Mississippi State set to face off in...

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2026/01/02

It’s game day in the Queen City as Wake Forest takes on Mississippi State on Friday night in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl at Bank of America Stadium.Kickoff is set for 8 p.m., but the celebration starts hours earlier with FanFest, the official pregame party, running from 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Fans can find the festivities along Mint and Graham streets, just outside the stadium, featuring live music, food and drinks, interactive games, and of course, plenty of Duke’s Mayo.Read more:

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00:08:03

Thousands ring in 2026 at Truist Field as Charlotte...

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2026/01/01

Thousands celebrated a safe New Year's Eve at Truist Field. Charlotte rung in 2026 with fireworks and only a few incidents.Every day, WCNC Charlotte is streaming the latest news, weather, traffic and more that impacts you on its streaming platform WCNC+. Download WCNC+ on your TV and watch for free today on your preferred streaming platform like Roku, Amazon Fire TV and Apple TV. READ MORE:

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00:10:28

Deadly shooting under investigation near west...

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2025/12/31

One person is dead following a shooting near a restaurant in west Charlotte, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department said. Officers responded to an assault with a deadly weapon call shortly before 2:30 a.m. near the Capitaine Bar & Grill on Rozzelles Ferry Road. Here, a victim was with multiple gunshot wounds, according to CMPD. Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/west-charlotte-homicide-rozzelles-ferry-road-cmpd/275-d350fa7a-ba4b-4bdb-a6b3-e92ed89cb5b8WCNC Charlotte To Go is a

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00:09:22

NASCAR community reacts to passing of Dennis Hamlin,...

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2025/12/30

The NASCAR community is mourning the loss of a dedicated father who helped his son's NASCAR career flourish.Dennis Hamlin, 75, died from injuries suffered in a fire on Blacksnake Road in Gaston County. The fire happened on Sunday. Hamlin was confirmed as the victim on Monday. Mary Lou Hamlin, Hamlin's wife, was critically injured in the fire.Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/sports/motor/nascar/nascar-community-reacts-to-passing-of-dennis-hamlin/275-9c967c68-5d8b-4273-8aff-05a491b59ccbWCNC

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00:09:12

2 hurt in fire at home of NASCAR driver Denny...

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2025/12/29

Two people were hospitalized in a fire at a Gaston County home belonging to the parents of NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin. The fire happened at a home on Blacksnake Road northeast of Stanley. Officials initially said one person was trapped in the home. Two people were ultimately taken to the hospital from the scene. Their condition was not released.Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/local/gaston-county-house-fire-entrapment/275-563ab09a-68e2-4f84-ad35-6e30cd78c1bcWCNC Charlotte To Go is a

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00:09:03

Juvenile dies after being found unresponsive at west...

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2025/12/26

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating a juvenile's death in west Charlotte. Officers responded to assist Medic at a call on Queen City Drive shortly before 1:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 26. First responders at the scene found a juvenile who wasn't breathing. Medic took the juvenile to a local hospital, where they died.The police scene appears to be the Studios and Suites 4 Less motel along Queen City Drive, near the intersection with Billy Graham Parkway just north of the airport. Read more:

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00:11:43

New devices under the tree mean new online safety...

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2025/12/25

Christmas morning often brings excitement, new gadgets and more screen time for kids. But child advocacy experts say as more children unwrap phones, tablets and gaming systems, families should also be talking about online safety before devices are powered on.Mary Kathryn Elkins, director of healing services at Pat's Place Child Advocacy Center, said many apps designed for kids to connect and play games are increasingly being exploited by online predators.Read more:

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