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Charlotte expands lead as North Carolina's largest city, new data shows www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Charlotte expands lead as North Carolina's largest city, new data shows

Charlotte is widening its lead as North Carolina's largest city, adding over 70,000 people since 2020.

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Vanessa Ruffes @vanessaruffesnews.bsky.social · 1d

Charlotte pilots solar lights at bus stops to boost night visibility www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Charlotte pilots solar lights at bus stops to boost night visibility

Charlotte launches solar-powered lighting at bus stops to improve safety and visibility in its transit system.

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ACLU sues South Carolina Department of Education over new book ban policy www.wcnc.com/article/news...

ACLU sues South Carolina Department of Education over new book ban policy

The policy says public schools are required to remove any material that “describes or depicts sexual conduct.” Over 20 books have been removed since it took effect.

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Lenoir man charged with felony after horse found malnourished dies www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Lenoir man charged with felony after horse found malnourished dies

Holden Miller faces felony animal cruelty charges after a malnourished horse was found tied to a tree behind his home, Caldwell County officials report.

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Boone man accused of possession child sexual abuse material www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Boone man accused of possession child sexual abuse material

He remains in jail, held on a $200,000 bond.

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Grandfather Mountain says goodbye to Nova the river otter www.wcnc.com/article/life...

Grandfather Mountain says goodbye to Nova the river otter

Grandfather Mountain mourns Nova, a beloved 12-year-old river otter, who died from suspected blood clot complications during a dental procedure.

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York County families demand South Carolina judicial system reform www.wcnc.com/article/news...

York County families demand South Carolina judicial system reform

The voices of those three families who have lost loved ones due to repeat criminals being released back into South Carolina communities resonated in the room.

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Charlotte native becomes first to swim 26-mile length of Lake Norman www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Charlotte native becomes first to swim 26-mile length of Lake Norman

Leslie Hamilton completed the first documented solo swim across Lake Norman in about 14 hours.

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Gastonia family to file $500 million lawsuit, alleging cover-up in daughter's pool death www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Gastonia family to file $500 million lawsuit, alleging cover-up in daughter's pool death

Ariana Baldwin's parents are suing for $500 million, claiming their daughter's death was not accidental and officials covered up evidence of traumatic injuries.

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Nor'easter to hit Carolina coast this weekend with wind, rain, and high surf www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Nor'easter to hit Carolina coast this weekend with wind, rain, and high surf

A coastal storm is set to bring tropical storm-like conditions to North Carolina, particularly impacting the Outer Banks with heavy rain and strong winds.

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North Carolina teacher accused of using Georgia woman's Social Security Number to get job www.wcnc.com/article/news...

North Carolina teacher accused of using Georgia woman's Social Security Number to get job

The Shelby Police Department said the suspect was arrested in South Carolina on unrelated fraud charges in late September 2025.

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The end of ABC stores? North Carolina lawmakers explore privatizing state liquor sales www.wcnc.com/article/news...

The end of ABC stores? North Carolina lawmakers explore privatizing state liquor sales

The issue was discussed Wednesday during a meeting of the Committee on Government Efficiency, a new group modeled after President Trump's DOGE initiative.

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Vanessa Ruffes @vanessaruffesnews.bsky.social · 1d

Former CMS teacher killed in prison while serving sentence for statutory rape www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Former CMS teacher killed in prison while serving sentence for statutory rape

Ernest Nichols, 60, was convicted in 2011 for statutory rape in Mecklenburg County.

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Vanessa Ruffes @vanessaruffesnews.bsky.social · 2d

Nothing found on campus after threat made against Great Falls High School, deputies say www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Nothing found on campus after threat made against Great Falls High School, deputies say

Staff and students were transported to a designated reunification site.

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NC sets up hotline for federal workers affected by shutdown www.wcnc.com/article/news...

NC sets up hotline for federal workers affected by shutdown

Federal employees in North Carolina affected by the government shutdown can now apply for unemployment benefits through DES.

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Charlotte City Council at stalemate with transit authority appointments www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Charlotte City Council at stalemate with transit authority appointments

Of the 27-seat authority, seven will be appointed by the council and two by the mayor. The process for filling those seats has sparked a heated debate.

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Lumbee leader to join North Carolina statehouse as tribe's federal recognition push gains attention www.wcnc.com/article/synd...

Lumbee leader to join North Carolina statehouse as tribe's federal recognition push gains attention

The leader of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is set to join the state legislature. Robeson County Republican Party committee members unanimously recommended...

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Report: UNC suspends assistant coach, reminds athletes against selling tickets www.wcnc.com/article/spor...

Report: UNC suspends assistant coach, reminds athletes against selling tickets

Football players receive complimentary tickets to games, but selling them can affect an athlete’s eligibility.

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Vanessa Ruffes @vanessaruffesnews.bsky.social · 2d

Lancaster County Schools superintendent to step down www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Lancaster County Schools superintendent to step down

Superintendent Raashad Fitzpatrick will step down to support his aging parents, announcing this decision amidst praise for the district's achievements.

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Vanessa Ruffes @vanessaruffesnews.bsky.social · 2d

'Home's gonna be hard to replace': Family discusses decision to sell Mecklenburg County's oldest farm www.wcnc.com/article/news...

'Home's gonna be hard to replace': Family discusses decision to sell Mecklenburg County's oldest farm

Westmoreland & Sons Farm has been farming the land for over 100 years.

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Woman killed in shooting after argument at Rock Hill home www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Woman killed in shooting after argument at Rock Hill home

William Robinson, 35, is charged with murder in connection with the deadly shooting.

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Charlotte unveils comprehensive plan to combat crime, restore safety in Uptown www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Charlotte unveils comprehensive plan to combat crime, restore safety in Uptown

Collaborative effort focuses on enforcement, homelessness services and mental health to address public safety across Charlotte

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Vanessa Ruffes @vanessaruffesnews.bsky.social · 3d

Charlotte City Council vote brings Excelsior Club revival closer www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Charlotte City Council vote brings Excelsior Club revival closer

Charlotte City Council approves $1.5 million for Excelsior Club's redevelopment.

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Vanessa Ruffes @vanessaruffesnews.bsky.social · 3d

Family of NASCAR star involved in serious crash: 'So grateful that they are alive' www.wcnc.com/article/traf...

Family of NASCAR star involved in serious crash: 'So grateful that they are alive'

The crash happened along North Carolina Highway 73 in Lincoln County, officials said.

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Vanessa Ruffes @vanessaruffesnews.bsky.social · 3d

American Airlines to remove bag sizers at gates to simplify boarding process www.wcnc.com/article/news...

American Airlines removes carry-on bag sizers at gates in effort to simplify boarding process

Passengers will be alerted by American Airlines staff whether their carry-on bags will fit in the overhead bin at the lobby and at the boarding gate.

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