Charlotte council member Tiawana Brown expected to face federal charge
Brown told WCNC Charlotte she has no intention of resigning and plans on fighting the charges, claiming she is innocent....
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Myrtle Beach wildfire finally 100% contained, SC forestry officials say
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — South Carolina forestry officials announced Wednesday that the Covington Drive Fire in Myrtle Beach is finally 100%...
NC State: Investigation into possible cancer cluster at Poe Hall to continue
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina State University announced Wednesday the federal government will resume its investigation into a potential cancer...
2025 Atlantic hurricane season predictions by NOAA
The 2025 hurricane season outlook was released today. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its 2025...
VERIFY | Tornado sirens in Mecklenburg County, N.C.
Mecklenburg County emergency leaders said they focus on modern alert systems for residents. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As severe weather sweeps...
Kennedy Jr. Report Sparks Vaccine and Food Safety Debate
While it does not have the force of a law or official policy, the report will be used to help...
NOAA no longer updating weather disaster cost database
The now-retired database documented 27 separate billion-dollar weather and climate disasters in the United States last year alone. DENVER —...
NC House proposes $450 million for Helene relief, just half of Stein’s request
RALEIGH, N.C. — Republican leaders in the North Carolina House of Representatives on Wednesday proposed spending an additional $450 million...
VERIFY | Best sunscreen types to use this summer | May 21, 2025
WCNC Charlotte's VERIFY team breaks down the Environmental Working Group’s latest findings. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — With mild temperatures forecast for...
CEMA commissioner on leave over St. Louis tornado siren activation
The mayor's office said Commissioner Sarah Russell’s directive to activate the outdoor warning siren during a call to the fire...