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McDonald’s Plans $5 US Meal Deal Next Month To Counter Customer Frustration Over High Prices

WCCB Charlotte 5/16 9:58A Miles Ruder

McDonald s plans to introduce a $5 meal deal in the U.S. next month to counter slowing sales and customers frustration with high prices . The deal would let customers get a...

BMX Racing World Championships Hit South Carolina With Olympic Berths On The Line

WCCB Charlotte 5/16 8:36A Miles Ruder

The almost nomadic nature of high-level BMX racing means that American riders such as Alise Willoughby, the two-time world champion and a former Olympic silver medalist,...

Donor And Consultant Convicted Again Of Trying To Bribe North Carolina’s Insurance Commissioner

WCCB Charlotte 5/16 8:24A Miles Ruder

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) A major North Carolina political donor and his associate have been convicted a second time of attempting to bribe the state s insurance commissioner to...

Humpback whale skull found on Outer Banks beach

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 5/16 8:17A Charles Duncan

Part of a humpback whale skull washed up on a Cape Hatteras beach this week, the National Park Service said.

Justice Department Formally Moves To Reclassify Marijuana As A Less Dangerous Drug In Historic...

WCCB Charlotte 5/16 8:07A Miles Ruder

WASHINGTON (AP) The Justice Department on Thursday formally moved to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug in a historic shift in generations of U.S. drug policy. A...

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California university president put on leave after announcing agreement with pro-Palestinian group

Education | Spectrum News 1 5/16 9:00A Associated Press

The message by Sonoma State University President Ming-Tung “Mike” Lee was issued “without the appropriate approvals,” said the CSU system chancellor.

'A symptom of other problems': Biden administration targets chronic school absenteeism

Education | Spectrum News 1 5/15 10:55A Ryan Chatelain

The White House announced steps it's taking to improve attendance.

Franklin County Schools moves forward with decision to get rid of librarians

Education | Spectrum News 1 5/14 5:45A Patrick Thomas

Librarians in the Franklin County Schools system will be moved out of libraries if the budget is approved next week.

World record-holding Wingate University professor’s writing and legacy continue in retirement

Education | Spectrum News 1 5/10 8:30A Justin Quesinberry

Dr. Sylvia Little-Sweat broke a world record by working as an English professor at Wingate University for 60 years and one semester.

Police dismantle pro-Palestinian encampment at MIT, move to clear Penn and Arizona protests

Education | Spectrum News 1 5/10 3:05A Associated Press

Video showed police roaming through the MIT encampment and organizers said about 10 students had been detained.

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Cakeable Offers a Vocational Recipe in Charlotte

Charlotte Magazine 5/13 7:35A Jen Tota McGivney

Hillary holds many titles at Cakeable , like baking program graduate and program ambassador. But the one that makes a smile stretch across her face? Scone Master.   Cakeable...

The Milestone Club Holds Charlotte’s Musical History

Charlotte Magazine 5/13 7:22A Gavin Edwards

The Milestone Club s walls have so much graffiti, they seem to remain upright by the strength of musical history more than structural engineering. Thousands of musicians have played the club across...

The Brewery Pit Stops of Race City, USA

Charlotte Magazine 5/13 7:03A Greg Lacour

On a gray Sunday afternoon in February, I approach the nook in the drab, L-shaped brick building in an office park off Brawley School Road. In case I didn t know where I was already, the nearest...

Where to Eat in Charlotte’s SouthPark Neighborhood

Charlotte Magazine 5/13 6:00A Taylor Bowler

SouthPark might be best known for its eponymous mall, but the area has plenty of upscale eateries, rooftop bars, and watering holes, too. Here s where to grab a bite (or drink) after a day of retail...

DESIGN: Modernizing a 1970s Beach House

Charlotte Magazine 5/6 7:34A Taylor Bowler

Charlotte-based designer Lisa Sherry creates custom interiors throughout the city, but clients often hire her to work on their beach and mountain homes, too. When the owners of a dated home on Bald...

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Panthers will face the New York Giants in regular season game in Germany

Panthers News 5/15 1:36A

The Panthers will head to Munich this season, facing the Giants, as the fan base grows in Germany.

New bill would let international student-athletes benefit from NIL

Sports | Spectrum News 1 5/14 11:15A Reuben Jones

A new bill in Congress would open the floodgates for international athletes.

Panthers sign two defenders after workout

Panthers News 5/13 10:07A

The Panthers added an outside linebacker and a defensive lineman, adding some experienced depth after last weekend's rookie minicamp.

The 2024 schedule release date is revealed

Panthers News 5/13 7:06A

The NFL league office will release the entire 2024 schedule this week, revealing the Panthers schedule for the coming season.

Hurricanes beat Rangers 4-3 in Game 4 to extend series

Sports | Spectrum News 1 5/12 6:15A Associated Press

Will Cuylle, Barclay Goodrow and Alexis Lafreniere scored for the Rangers, while Igor Shesterkin finished with 27 saves.

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Professionals urging parents to check for head lice as cases surge

Health | Spectrum News 1 5/16 3:45A Alexis Bell

Professionals urge parents to check their kids weekly for head lice.

'You can still live life to the fullest': N.C. woman shares cancer treatment journey and hopes to...

Health | Spectrum News 1 5/8 11:00A Jordan Kudisch

Cancer patient still finds a reason to smile

Cultural shift: Breaking down barriers in Asian American mental health

Health | Spectrum News 1 5/8 10:30A Rob Wu

AAPI mental health counselor tackles mental health stigma.

Inquiries for weight loss medications increasing

Health | Spectrum News 1 5/6 3:00A Alexis Bell

More people are looking to medications to help with weight loss. But, a doctor we talked to says they are not for everyone.

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