FDA approves a first-of-its-kind pill to cut cholesterol in high-risk patients

WCCB Charlotte 7/16 12:33P Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) The Food and Drug Administration has approved a first-of-its-kind pill that can drastically reduce cholesterol in a way that s previously only been available with expensive, injectable drugs. The drug from Merck was OK d on...

NYC sightseeing helicopter likely hit birds before its fatal plunge into Hudson River, report shows

WCCB Charlotte 7/16 11:47A Associated Press

The remains of several geese were found on a New York City sightseeing helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River last year and killed 6 people , investigators said Thursday, strong suggestions...

Trump is expected to make election conspiracies a focus of his national address

WCCB Charlotte 7/16 10:55A Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) President Donald Trump is set to address the nation Thursday night on topics he said will include elections and voting machines , suggesting he is likely to revisit some of the unproven claims he has previously made about...

Rising Spotlight | Body Works Plus

WCCB Charlotte 7/16 10:38A WCCB Web Staff

After an accident, most drivers just want their vehicle repaired quickly and safely. But some collision repair experts say the process can become complicated when consumers feel pressured toward certain repair choices a practice often referred to...

Top sporting events around Charlotte | July 16th – July 22nd

WCCB Charlotte 7/16 9:36A DJ Beal

Plenty of fun events to fill your sports calendar this week. Click through the gallery to see all the sporting events happening in and around Charlotte each week.

Canadian wildfire smoke turns air hazardous in the US Midwest. Officials say stay inside

WCCB Charlotte 7/16 9:27A Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) Heavy, pungent smoke from Canadian wildfires darkened skies in the U.S. on Thursday from the Great Lakes to parts of the East Coast, reducing visibility and prompting warnings that breathing the air outside could be dangerous....

Bowman Gray Stadium to host Kyle Busch Invitational

WCCB Charlotte 7/16 8:57A DJ Beal

WINSTON SALEM, N.C. (News Release) Bowman Gray Stadium announced Thursday that it will host the Kyle Busch Invitational on Friday, Aug. 21st. The event, featuring Legends and Bandoleros races, will honor the life and legacy of Kyle Busch, with...

N.C. Sen. Thom Tillis says Blanche must meet Epstein’s accusers to earn his vote for attorney...

WCCB Charlotte 7/16 8:32A Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) A Republican senator whose vote Todd Blanche needs to advance his nomination as attorney general suggested Thursday that his support hinges on Blanche first meeting with Jeffrey...

Congress debates: Should daylight saving or standard time be year-round?

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 7/16 8:24A Reuben Jones

Rep. Pat Harrigan of North Carolina has competing legislation that would make standard time permanent but let states opt into daylight saving time.

North Wilkesboro Speedway set to see big numbers in stands, stores this weekend

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 7/16 7:44A Sasha Strong

The return of the speedway created about $40 million in 2023, according to a report from the N.C. Department of Commerce.

‘Jurassic Park’ actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia, agent says

WCCB Charlotte 7/16 7:16A DJ Beal

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) Actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia and will be honored at a private family memorial at his New Zealand farm later, his agent told The Associated Press on Thursday. Neill s family had earlier announced the actor known...

How to protect yourself during Cyclospora outbreak? N.C. extension suggests buying local

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 7/16 6:44A Courtney Davis

The N.C. Cooperative Extension says the parasite can be linked to contamination during shipping, handling or the growing process.

Transit board to vote on future of I-77 South toll lane project again

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 7/16 6:38A Chloe Salsameda

A Cornelius official says the town will change its vote, but other communities such as Matthews say their position is unchanged.

AI stocks slump again worldwide, while oil prices tick higher

WCCB Charlotte 7/16 6:28A Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) Computer chipmakers and other winners of the artificial-intelligence boom are slumping again Thursday and weighing on stock markets worldwide. They re drowning out strength for most of the rest of Wall Street, leaving U.S. stock...

How to protect yourself from the bad air caused by wildfires

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 7/16 6:11A Associated Press

Experts say people should take precautions such as wearing an N95 mask while outdoors or heading inside and closing the windows.