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Dr. Oz defends Medicaid changes in 'big, beautiful bill'

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 6/24 1:15P Reuben Jones

CMS Administrator Dr. Oz defends the "big, beautiful bill" from concerns over how it will impact Medicaid recipients.

Declared free of avian flu, North Carolina can resume poultry exports

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 6/24 12:30P Estephany Escobar

The state can resume poultry exports and international trade now that officials have declared the state clear of avian flu.

First case of measles reported in North Carolina this year, DHHS says

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 6/24 11:41A Charles Duncan

Public health officials say they confirmed a case of measles in a child who visited Guilford and Forsyth counties.

From Mow Money to Mo’ Problems: Lawn guy arrested for throwing massive party at client’s Weddington...

WCCB Charlotte 6/24 10:23A Caryn Little

WEDDINGTON, N.C. He started from the yard but now he s here: behind bars at the Union County Detention Center. Imagine hiring a man to mow your lawn and then find out he is throwing a massive party at...

Tropical Storm Andrea forms, first of Atlantic hurricane season

WCCB Charlotte 6/24 10:15A Jeff Monheit

MIAMI Tropical Storm Andrea, the first tropical storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, has formed, the National Hurricane Center said Tuesday. Andrea was located 1,205 miles...

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How N.C. public media is bracing for potential federal cuts

Education | Spectrum News 1 6/19 3:19A Patrick Thomas

Proactive decision-making saved North Carolina PBS roughly $1 million in this year's budget.

Judge extends order suspending Trump's block on Harvard's incoming foreign students

Education | Spectrum News 1 6/16 9:17A Associated Press

Trump moved to block foreign students from entering the U.S. to attend Harvard earlier this month, citing concerns over national security.

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From Queen City to the Gulf: St. Pete-Clearwater Is the Perfect Escape

Charlotte Magazine 6/24 5:44A Charlotte Mag Content Studio

In Partnership with Visit St. Pete-Clearwater : If you re a Charlotte local dreaming of a vacation that checks every box sun, seafood, family fun, and a little thrill you might want to set your GPS to...

The Advantages of Compounded Semaglutide in Precision Healthcare

Creative Loafing Charlotte 6/24 12:48A Alan Watts

Compounded semaglutide represents a significant advancement in personalized medicine. Originally developed for diabetes management, this innovative therapy now offers a...

They’ve Been Given A Change of Heart

Charlotte Magazine 6/23 8:28A Tess Allen

Since 2021, Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute has more than doubled its annual rate of heart transplants, from 28 in 2021 to 71 in 2024. It s the product of innovation, improved access,...

Camp North End Still Has A Lot of Work To Do

Charlotte Magazine 6/23 5:45A Kathleen Purvis

There are moments when Camp North End feels sublime, like on a recent Friday afternoon. A little girl wrestles giant Legos they re taller than she is in an outdoor play space while thwocks echo from...

Michael Graff is Charlotte’s Optimist

Charlotte Magazine 6/23 4:27A Jen Tota McGivney

Michael Graff is coming home to Charlotte. Well, not quite. He never left: Michael—editor of this magazine from 2013 to 2017—has been in Charlotte for 12 years. For the past...

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Game 7: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 29 points and Thunder beat Pacers 103-91 for NBA title

Sports | Spectrum News 1 6/23 4:29A Spectrum News Staff, Associated

The Pacers lost star Tyrese Haliburton early in Game 7 to a serious lower right leg injury.

Federal judge calls on NASCAR, teams to settle bitter antitrust battle

Sports | Spectrum News 1 6/18 1:00A Associated Press

"It's hard to picture a winner if this goes to the mat — or to the flag — in this case," U.S. District Judge Kenneth Bell said.

Van Gisbergen's emotional win in Mexico City locks him into NASCAR playoffs

Sports | Spectrum News 1 6/16 1:30A Associated Press

Very little went right for Shane Van Gisbergen in the buildup to NASCAR's first international Cup Series points-paying race of the modern era.

Tar Heels players embrace new world as part of coach Bill Belichick's first college team

Sports | Spectrum News 1 6/13 2:18A AARON BEARD

Belichick's sense of humor caught them off guard amid his all-business demeanor.

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N.C. DHHS connects social services statewide with new system

Health | Spectrum News 1 6/19 2:46A Sasha Strong

North Carolina is rolling out a new computer system it says will help better serve the state’s most vulnerable children.

Thousands traveled to North Carolina for abortions in 2024

Health | Spectrum News 1 6/11 11:00A Chloe Salsameda

A study found that more than 45,000 abortions were performed in North Carolina in 2024, including 16,700 for patients who traveled from out of state.

Bill to expand prosthetic, orthotic access inspired by N.C. woman’s journey

Health | Spectrum News 1 6/11 10:11A Marshall Keely

Legislation up for consideration in the North Carolina General Assembly could expand prosthetic access and insurance coverage for amputees.

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