Judge sets summer 2028 trial for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk
The man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk will stand trial in the summer of 2028, a Utah judge ruled Monday.
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Sports legends to mythical creatures: Here's a look at new USPS stamp designs for 2027
The U.S. Postal Service on Monday revealed some of its stamp designs being released in 2027.
22 people treated after exposure to unknown white powder at Caldwell County recycling plant
Emergency services assessed 22 patients at the scene and took 14 of them to UNC Caldwell for evaluation. Officials said the patients are in stable condition.
Idaho widow says late husband's story of pancreatic cancer saved the man she loved next
An Idaho widow spent years sharing her late husband’s pancreatic cancer story. She believes it’s why the man she loves now survived the same disease.
Charlotte turns pathway to new wastewater facility into public art showcase
Murals inspired by the Catawba River aim to connect residents with the major water infrastructure project before the facility opens.
Supreme Court clears the way for border wall construction in Big Bend region of Texas to resume
The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to resume border wall construction in Texas's Big Bend region.
Family sues Novant Health for wrongful death after mother's denied surgery
The family of Barbara Washington is suing Novant Health, alleging discrimination led to a denied surgery and the 82-year-old's death.
FBI is investigating a possible killing aboard a cruise ship out of Texas
The FBI is investigating a “suspected homicide” aboard a cruise ship that returned to port after departing from Galveston, Texas.
Ohio State fraternity placed on interim suspension after video surfaces of people being set on fire
A fraternity at The Ohio State University was placed on interim suspension after a weekend incident officials described as "extremely concerning."
Judge denies Lindsay Clancy's motion to dismiss charges in the deaths of her 3 kids
A judge denied a motion by Lindsay Clancy's defense team to dismiss charges against her in the deaths of her three children.
Daily Dose: One shot targets two cholesterol problems, a surprising heart disease drug trial result and no-shave November tips
Here are today's health headlines: A drug targets two cholesterol problems, a surprising heart disease medication trial and no-shave November tips.
GLP-1 drugs to include new warning about rare eye condition causing sudden blindness, FDA says
The FDA is ordering drugmakers to add a new warning labels on GLP-1 injectables and pills linked to a rare eye condition that can cause sudden blindness.
59 years ago, Apollo 4 was the first launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center
On Nov. 9, 1967, NASA took a step toward President Kennedy's goal of landing on the Moon.
Massachusetts community gives 4-year-old girl Halloween do-over after hospital stay
Massachusetts neighbors organized a Halloween do-over for a 4-year-old girl after a hospital stay kept her from trick-or-treating on Oct. 31.
5 people hurt in I-277 crash, all lanes closed near Uptown Charlotte
The crash happened near the 3B exit on the I-277 outer loop.
'My heart aches' | Educator who was in the classroom during the deadly Bend, Oregon school shooting releases statement
Miah Hergert, who was in the classroom during the Oct. 15 Oregon school shooting that killed four people, shared a message of gratitude on Sunday.
GOP Rep. Thomas Massie files resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky filed a resolution in the House to force a vote to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
DC Studios shakeup: James Gunn, Peter Safran out following Skydance merger
Skydance Motion Picture Group announced Monday that James Gunn and Peter Safran are stepping down as co-chief executives after four years leading DC Studios.
Supreme Court weighs whether federal law enforcement can be liable for constitutional violations
The Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments in a case over whether people can sue federal officials for violating constitutional rights and seek damages.
National Park Service offering free admission for Veterans Day
The National Park Service is offering free admission to all visitors to its 64 national parks on Wednesday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day.
Fireball streaks across skies over North Carolina and Tennessee at 47,000 mph, NASA says
A small asteroid fragment streaked across the sky over North Carolina and Tennessee at 47,000 mph before breaking apart, NASA says.
Ole Miss investigating video of group making racial gestures toward Black students
The University of Mississippi said it is looking into a video of a group of students making racial gestures toward Black students.
ACC title game ending after 2026 as College Football Playoff expands to 24 teams
The 24-team College Football Playoff will sunset the ACC Conference Championship Game.
Starbucks launches Bearista cup blind boxes this week. Here's how to get one.
Starbucks is launching a line of holiday collectable cups this week, but you won't know which you get until opening the box.
Washington state representative becomes first openly transgender Black woman elected to state legislature in US
Jaelynn Scott makes history as the first openly Black transgender candidate elected to a U.S. state legislature.
Statesville water main break leaves multiple neighborhoods without water
A significant water main break caused outages in multiple neighborhoods on Monday, Statesville officials said.
College Football Playoff expanding to 24 teams in $1.7 billion ESPN deal
The College Football Playoff will expand to 24 teams in 2027 under a $1.7 billion deal with ESPN, eliminating Power 4 conference championship games.
What's open and closed on Veterans Day?
The federal holiday honoring Americans who have served in the armed forces is observed on Nov. 11.
Gaston County passes New Hanover County to become NC's 11th largest
Gaston County passed New Hanover County to become the 11th largest in North Carolina, and Gastonia grew 1.39%, new state demographer population estimates show.
FAA plans to replace floppy disks used at more than 400 air traffic control facilities by 2028
The FAA plans to phase out floppy disks used to share critical information at more than 400 air traffic control facilities by the end of 2028.
Thanksgiving meal deals | Here's the cost and what you get from different stores
Retailers are unveiling Thanksgiving meal deals that combine convenience and savings, with options from Costco, Amazon, Aldi, Target, Walmart and more.
Passenger killed in Caldwell County crash, driver could face felony charges
A Lenoir man is facing multiple pending charges after a crash killed his passenger Sunday, according to state troopers.
Veterans Day 2026: Here's where to find free meals and deals at dozens of restaurants
For Veterans Day on Wednesday, there are deals and freebies for veterans and active-duty military at many restaurants around the U.S. Here's some of the offers.
Man charged after chase on I-77 with 3 collisions involving Mooresville patrol cars
Devin Valdivia is charged with felony fleeing to elude and other counts after a Saturday night pursuit that ended with a chase on foot.
Crews contain Peaceful Acres Fire in Watauga County after threatening about 10 structures
Crews contained the wildfire near Todd, NC, around 8 a.m. About 10 structures were threatened, but no evacuations were made.
Fast-food restaurants celebrate National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day with freebies and deals
Monday is National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day, and several major fast-food chains are celebrating with free or discounted food.
Macy's unveils new character balloons for 100th Thanksgiving Day Parade, including Bluey and Hello Kitty
Macy's is adding several characters to its 100th Thanksgiving Day Parade on Nov. 26 in New York City.
Oscar winner Jessica Chastain, co-stars preview Netflix country music thriller 'Heartland'
Jessica Chastain, writer-director Shana Feste and the supporting cast preview "Heartland," a thriller film on Netflix revolving around country music.
'Some days are better than others': Joe Biden scales back memoir tour as he continues cancer treatment
Former President Joe Biden says cancer treatment will limit his appearances for his upcoming memoir, "Promise Me, America."
US will lead Ukraine-Russia peace talks this week
The talks scheduled to begin Tuesday between Ukraine and Russia could be a step toward ending the war as it nears the five-year mark.
18-year-old charged in east Charlotte crash that killed 1, injured 4 others
Treshawn Wilson is accused of speeding away from a traffic stop before crashing into another vehicle in east Charlotte, killing one person and injuring four others.
Deputies investigate incident at Richmond Senior High football game
Preliminary information from the Richmond County Sheriff's Office indicates that juveniles were involved in the incident.
Russell Brand sentenced to 10.5 years in prison for rape and sexual assaults
Actor and comedian Russell Brand has been sentenced to more than 10 years in a British prison for rape and sexual assaults.
Trump says FBI is looking at Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair with Chinese agent
China denied involvement in an alleged spy plot involving the head of one of the largest tech companies in the world.
Two hospitalized after overnight crash on I-77
MEDIC confirmed the crash happened on I-77 near LaSalle Street just after 3 a.m.
16-year-old shot, killed in north Charlotte, 2 arrested
CMPD says a 20-year-old man and a 17-year-old juvenile were arrested after gunfire killed the teen and sent bullets into multiple homes
Colorado RV park owner vows to rebuild after devastating floods, inspired by untouched meadow
Daryl Sprague, owner of an RV Park in Colorado, vowed to rebuild his flood-ravaged park, drawing hope from an untouched meadow he calls Stage 3:16.
Butterball giving away 'buddies' to help with Thanksgiving communication
Butterball, the largest turkey seller in the United States, is giving away retro-style, turkey shaped pagers to help guests support hosts this Thanksgiving.
Atrium confirms fuel spill, cleanup at Charlotte hospital
Atrium says the leak was identified and the spill contained by a professional cleanup crew.
One shot, another hurt in northwest Charlotte
The shooting happened on Lightspun Lane.
Waxhaw man dies after house fire caused by space heater
61-year-old Kenneth Robinson died Sunday morning following the house fire.
President Trump says he was just kidding about making UFC's Dana White his press secretary
President Donald Trump said Sunday he was only kidding about making UFC boss Dana White the next White House press secretary.
PHOTO: 12-year-old on scooter hit, taken to hospital in Matthews
The collision occurred on McKee and Darlington Road near McKee Farms shopping center.
Deportation flight of Iranians from US canceled at last minute, attorney says
A U.S. deportation flight of Iranian nationals bound for Iran by way of Pakistan was abruptly canceled Sunday morning, according to an attorney.
Nvidia opens investigation into CEO's affair, foreign intelligence concerns
Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang apologized for an affair with a woman identified by the U.S. government as a Chinese spy, reports said Sunday.
Panthers, college basketball boosts Charlotte economy, with $333M impact in fiscal 2025
Charlotte's vibrant sports scene surges as NFL and college basketball games bring fans and economic boost, with an estimated $333 million impact in FY2025 alone.
One dead, three injured after separate shootings during WSSU homecoming weekend | 2 arrested
The deadly shooting at Winston-Salem State University prompted cancellations of some homecoming events.
Police make arrest in a deadly shooting at Winston-Salem State during homecoming weekend
Police have arrested a man in a shooting at Winston-Salem State University in North Carolina that left a 19-year-old man dead and a 22-year-old woman injured.
Shelby man facing murder charge after discovery of dead woman in a home
Sheriff's deputies were called to assist firefighters dispatched to a house fire alarm.
Fishermen rescue cruise ship employee found treading water nearly 20 miles off California coast
Two fishermen rescued a Royal Caribbean cruise ship pianist who may have spent 10 hours in the Pacific Ocean after going overboard off Southern California.
The world's largest indoor wooden roller coaster is opening in 2027
Kentucky Kingdom is opening Midnight Showdown, a horse racing-themed indoor wooden roller coaster, as part of a major park expansion in spring 2027.
Woman killed, 4 others hurt in east Charlotte crash
The outbound lanes of Albemarle Road were closed for the investigation early Sunday.
Gourmia recalls air fryers nationwide after dozens of reported burns
Gourmia recalled an estimated 175,951 of their air fryer ovens after getting dozens of customers reporting burns when using the product.
Bose recalls 634K speaker battery packs after reports of fire, smoking
Bose recalled more than 634,000 lithium-ion battery packs for their portable Bluetooth speaker systems after getting reports of melting, smoking and catching fire.
1 person killed, 20 other bicyclists injured in crash in Wake County
A driver hit several people riding their bicycles Saturday near Raleigh. Investigators say the driver was impaired at the time of the crash.
Charlotte City Council to vote Monday on 10-year airline lease amid airport control debate
If approved, the lease would support $2.1 billion in airport improvements and development.
President Trump says he's asked UFC's Dana White to be his press secretary
President Donald Trump says he's offered the job of White House press secretary to his friend and UFC boss Dana White.
Want to fly to the moon? NASA is looking for new astronauts to help grow its Artemis program
NASA is recruiting a new class of astronauts to help expand its Artemis program and prepare for a permanent human presence on the moon.
Michael Sanft, defense attorney for 'Keffe D' in Tupac Shakur murder trial, dies at 55
Michael Sanft, the Las Vegas attorney who represented Duane “Keffe D” Davis in his conviction for the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, has died at 55.
Storms, snow and early-season frost possible across parts of the US, NOAA outlook says
The National Weather Service’s Week-2 Hazards Outlook flags potential heavy rain, mountain snow and strong winds in the West.
2 skydivers die after colliding near landing during jump in Southern California
Two experienced skydivers died after colliding shortly before landing during a jump over Lake Elsinore, California, officials said.
FDA classifies Lidl gelato recall as most serious category over listeria risk
Lidl is recalling a batch of Gelatelli Coffee & Vanilla Gelato after testing found possible listeria contamination. No illnesses have been reported.
Statesville Police arrest suspect in connection to Friday death investigation
Statesville Police have arrested Noah Harris, 27, for murder in the death of Jason Stanley.
Did anyone win the Mega Millions $505M jackpot? Winning numbers for Friday, Nov. 6
Here are the winning numbers for Friday's $505 million Mega Millions jackpot.
New documentary will explore the terror plot behind canceled Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna
A new documentary will examine the culture behind the terror plot that led to the cancellation of three Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna, and how fans responded.
NASA's Artemis II rocket may have punched a hole in the atmosphere, here's how it could impact GPS signals
NASA's Artemis II rocket launch may have disrupted the ionosphere, causing GPS disturbances, researchers suggest. The true impact remains unclear.
Adam Driver reveals whether he'll be in the 'Girls' revival
Almost a month after the "Girls" revival was announced, Adam Driver addressed whether he will reprise his character in the HBO show.
Toilet rats? Oregon county officials send residents spiraling with comic recommending slippery solution
With winter weather approaching, it's a household surprise nobody wants. Here's what one county in Oregon says you should do if it happens.
Amtrak is changing its policy to allow unloaded guns aboard more trains
Amtrak is amending its policy to allow more passengers to bring unloaded firearms aboard some of its trains.
Desert icons collapse as southwestern US gets pummeled with rain and flooding
Two iconic rock formations that long attracted tourists and photographers to a remote part of New Mexico have collapsed after record rainfall.
'The Bachelor' is returning in 2027 after nearly 2 years off the air
ABC set a March 2027 premiere for “The Bachelor” Season 30, the franchise’s first season since early 2025 and its first since the scrapped “Bachelorette.”
Panda fans flock to Zoo Atlanta for the debut of Ping Ping and Fu Shuang
Pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang made their public debut at Zoo Atlanta for their adoring fans.
Silfab Solar to resume commissioning activities at Fort Mill facility
Silfab Solar provided a 72-hour notice on Friday of its plans to the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services.
Suspect charged in shooting that hurt 2 people University City
The shooting happened on Education Way near East Mallard Creek Church Road.
Cornell faculty vote ‘no confidence’ in university leadership after alleged fraternity gang rape
Cornell University's Faculty Senate approved a resolution declaring “no confidence” in the school's top leaders.
Burger King begins countdown for one of its highly anticipated items for holiday season
Burger King began its countdown for one of its highly anticipated item for the holiday season.
Young adults are betting billions on prediction apps. Here's what parents should know.
Young adults ages 18 to 21 traded billions on Kalshi. A Mass General Brigham doctor explains the risk to young brains and the signs parents should watch.
I-77 South Community Engagement Center reopens after city revives toll lane project
Mayor Robert Harrington directly addressed the public pushback that initially led to the project’s cancellation.
North Carolina drivers face nation's biggest insurance hike after speeding ticket
Got a speeding ticket in North Carolina? Here's how much your car insurance could jump.
Trump selects Stephen Miller as new White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles
President Donald Trump selected Stephen Miller as the new White House chief of staff days after the midterm election.
CMPD seizes drugs, cash and 4 guns after anonymous tip in Charlotte
Detectives say an investigation in northwest Charlotte led to the seizure of more than 20 pounds of suspected drugs, $5,000 and four firearms.
Man using ‘Rusty Shackleford’ alias loses NC appeal over revenge porn law
Randy Nesbit, 39, argued that the North Carolina statute on disclosing private images is unconstitutional.
I-77 lane closures coming to Mooresville as NC 150 construction continues
NCDOT is preparing for another phase of the $250 million NC 150 widening project, which stretches from Catawba County to Mooresville.
'I made a mistake': Martha Stewart addresses Halloween costume backlash on 'TODAY'
Martha Stewart addressed the backlash about her Halloween costume with Craig Melvin on "TODAY."
Father of co-pilot defends daughter's legacy in fatal Florida plane crash
The family of Nathalia Gadelha Filgueiras, 20, is pushing back against online criticism over whether she had enough experience to be in the cockpit of a Learjet.
Jay Rockefeller, former West Virginia governor and US senator who was part of a dynasty, dies at 89
Jay Rockefeller, the last member of his family’s political dynasty who served as West Virginia’s governor and later a longtime U.S. senator, has died at 89.
Judge accepts ex-NFL star Antonio Brown's guilty plea to reduced charge, sentences him to probation for assault
Former NFL star Antonio Brown has pleaded guilty to aggravated assault with a firearm in connection with a 2025 shooting in Miami.
Iredell County elementary school closing for 2 days for air quality cleaning
Officials say there is no immediate threat to the health or safety of students or staff.
When will Alaska's US Senate race be called? Check the latest numbers
Check this interactive, county-by-county map to see the latest in the race between Democrat Mary Peltola and Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan.
Warm start, cold finish: Charlotte’s weather changes this week
Enjoy classic fall weather in the western Carolinas with sunny skies and mild temperatures through Wednesday, before a cold front arrives, bringing cooler conditions