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One year after Helene: Western N.C.'s ongoing journey to recovery

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 9/24 1:09A Caroline King

Fall tourism could bring the economic boost the region needs, but the state is also fighting for federal funding support.

Resilience and recovery: Chimney Rock and Bat Cave a year after Helene

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 9/24 1:08A Chloe Salsameda

Efforts to rebuild what was lost in last year's hurricane that devastated western North Carolina continue.

Reflecting and looking ahead: UNC Asheville hosts 3-day symposium a year after Helene

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 9/24 1:00A Jennifer Roberts

UNC Asheville is hosting a three-day symposium to help the community reflect, rebuild and imagine the future after Helene.

Hot & sunny Wednesday, unsettled pattern ahead

WCCB Charlotte 9/23 10:34P James Scott

Happy Hump Day! The summer renaissance to kick off fall reaches a head this Wednesday afternoon as highs soar into the lower 90s across much of the Piedmont and Foothills....

Professors weigh in on First Amendment boundaries

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 9/23 8:00P Spectrum News Staff

Host Tim Boyum talks with two First Amendment experts in light of the death of Charlie Kirk and Jimmy Kimmel’s temporary suspension.

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Reflecting and looking ahead: UNC Asheville hosts 3-day symposium a year after Helene

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/24 1:00A Jennifer Roberts

UNC Asheville is hosting a three-day symposium to help the community reflect, rebuild and imagine the future after Helene.

School district finds strategic ways to fill vacancies

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/23 1:00P Estephany Escobar

Kannapolis City Schools is filling vacancies with retirees, teacher assistants and substitute teachers.

‘Together we are stronger’: Elon University and Queens University Charlotte announce historic merger...

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/17 5:00A Jennifer Roberts

The merger is expected to be complete in summer of 2026.

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Colorado school shooting suspect posted online about mass shootings and neo-Nazi views, report says

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/14 7:04A Associated Press

The local sheriff's office previously said the 16 year old was radicalized by an unspecified “extremist network" but released no details.

Blue Ridge Community College training workers to help rebuild after Helene

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/12 8:01A Jennifer Roberts

The school’s accelerated workforce program offers free training for students, preparing them for entry-level construction jobs.

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A List of Haunted Houses and Trails in Charlotte

Charlotte Magazine 9/24 1:00A Magazine Staff

Haunted houses and trails in and around Charlotte aren t for the faint at heart. Take your kids along for a good scare, or leave them behind and get a good fright. Locations...

Tips & Tricks For Picture Perfect Porches This Fall

Charlotte Magazine 9/22 4:56A Taylor Bowler

Lori Shaw and Jennifer Dolan met eight years ago, when their kids were in preschool. Both had lived and worked in New York; now, they lived five minutes apart in south Charlotte. We came from the...

Dining or Dogs: A Hard Choice For Charlotte Breweries

Charlotte Magazine 9/22 4:46A Greg Lacour

I spy three dogs in the taproom on a scorching Saturday afternoon in mid-July: a Lab mix in the corner near the to-go fridge; a Dalmatian who trots over to check out the merch table; and a timid,...

Kid-Friendly Restaurants In Charlotte

Charlotte Magazine 9/22 4:10A Taylor Bowler

Finding a restaurant in Charlotte that keeps both kids and adults happy can feel like a tall order. These spots serve up reliably good eats in a family-friendly atmosphere. Viva Chicken Multiple...

NFL Team Bars Across Charlotte

Charlotte Magazine 9/12 1:00A Magazine Staff

While Charlotte doesn t have bars or fan groups for every NFL team, most are represented. Find your people and where to congregate for game day. AFC EAST Buffalo Bills Tavern on the Tracks 1411 S....

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14 former N.C. State athletes file lawsuit alleging abuse by ex-head trainer

Sports | Spectrum News 1 9/18 9:37A Associated Press

The lawsuit filed Wednesday evening in Wake County Superior Court alleges years of misconduct by Robert Murphy Jr.

NASCAR Hall of Famer Tony Stewart to race against his wife, Leah Pruett, in NHRA during 2026

Sports | Spectrum News 1 9/18 6:45A Associated Press

Pruett will resume her role at Tony Stewart Racing in 2026, and Stewart will now race against her even though their teams have a marketing alliance.

QB Young showed fight Panthers want to see despite failing to complete comeback against Cards

Sports | Spectrum News 1 9/16 3:14A Associated Press

"He makes some magical plays," Canales said. "It's the mistakes that we have to continue to clean up."

Bryce Young, Panthers come up short with late rally in loss to Cardinals

Sports | Spectrum News 1 9/15 4:45A Associated Press

Carolina rallied from a 24-point deficit early in the third quarter, but never fully recovered from a disastrous start.

Brittany Force, 'Queen of Speed,' to retire after record-breaking season to start a family

Sports | Spectrum News 1 9/12 12:45P Associated Press

Brittany Force, a two-time Top Fuel world champion, has announced her retirement at the end of the season to focus on starting a family.

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