First Alert on Wednesday due to storms before cold temps ending the week

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A slow-moving cold will increase rain chances across the Carolinas today and Monday. After Monday, a few more disturbances will impact the Charlotte metro area through the end of the week and possibly produce some heavy rainfall on Thursday. • First Alert Weather Day Today: Cloudy,...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - We’ll have a cold start, but warm finish to our Saturday ahead of our First Alert Weather Day on Sunday with rain possible at times throughout the day. Saturday: Cold start, comfortable afternoon. Sunday: Rain possible early NW of I-50; otherwise many stay dry until...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - WBTV announces new anchor teams debuting on WBTV News Monday, January 30th, 2023. Alex Giles will join Mary King to co-anchor WBTV News This Morning and John Carter to co-anchor WBTV News at 4 pm and 5:30 pm with Shevaun Bryan. “We are excited about the...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A homicide investigation is underway in south Charlotte, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police. Police are responding to the scene in the 1300 block of Choyce Avenue around 3 p.m. on Sunday. More details will be released when available. Download the WBTV News App for the latest...

GASTON COUNTY, N.C. (WBTV) - A woman died after a car crash Monday morning in Gaston County, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol. Troopers said it happened on White Jenkins Road. The driver, Kayla Hicks, 29, from High Shoals, N.C., was driving south when she ran off the road to the right striking a driveway culvert, mailbox and overturned.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Two people were injured after a vehicle crashed into the Mecklenburg County Courthouse early Saturday morning. The incident happened just after 2 a.m. at the corner of East 4th Street and South Caldwell Street in Uptown. Medic confirmed that both people were taken to the hospital...

A push for change: Hundreds in Charlotte protest after Tyre Nichols death. An afternoon of peaceful protests, with hearts filled with sadness and determination. Two people were taken to the hospital with minor injuries following the crash. Licensed counselor Felice Hightower offers advice after release of Tyre Nichols body camera...

A group of about 50 people marched from the courthouse to CMPD headquarters and ended in Marshall Park. Two people were taken to the hospital with minor injuries following the crash. Licensed counselor Felice Hightower offers advice after release of Tyre Nichols body camera footage. Product Test: Producer Emily helps...

WINGATE, N.C. (WBTV) - WBTV is on your side, digging deeper into why so many trucks are getting stuck on railroad tracks in Union County. Twice in the past week trains have plowed into trucks, both of which were caught on camera. The trouble spot is on Main Street in...

BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (WBTV) – A body found by Burke County authorities earlier this month has been identified as that of a man who went missing last summer. According to the Burke County Sheriff’s Office, deputies searched the woods near Kayla’s Ridge Road in Connelly Springs on Jan. 11 for Philip Carter, who was last seen walking on Hubert Lane near Will Hudson Road on June 22, 2022.

MONROE, N.C. (WBTV) - A two-county chase has ended with an arrest, the Union County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Friday. The chase started in Mecklenburg County when Charlotte-Mecklenburg police tried to stop a stolen vehicle. Deputies say the driver failed to stop and fled at high speeds. The driver crossed...

QC Life’s Cheryl Brayboy was out at the Flux Galleries near Optimist Hall Thursday morning. Tax season is here! Before filing, find out what’s new this year. Tax season is officially open. Exploring NoDa's Flux Galleries. Updated: 12 hours ago. |. We got a tour of the galleries...

‘Express Stops’ to reduce bus ride times for some Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools students. The No. 1 goal of these express bus routes is to cut the ride time for students and the drive time for drivers. Charlotte Lab School opening new campus for all students. Updated: 10 hours ago. |

LINCOLNTON, N.C. (WBTV) - A Maiden man is facing charges in connection with a home invasion that happened overnight Wednesday in Lincolnton. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office said a woman living on Tallpine Lane was preparing a meal when she heard a noise at the front door. She went to the door and there was a man standing there dressed in a black hoodie, black pants and a black ski mask.

CABARRUS COUNTY, N.C. (WBTV) - One of the most essential services for seniors across our area is facing a crisis. Meals On Wheels is suffering from a critical need for volunteers to deliver hot meals to homebound seniors. The shortage is being felt statewide. Cabarrus County serves more than 500...

GREAT FALLS, S.C. (WBTV) - Authorities are investigating a person’s death after an elderly woman was reported missing in Chester County on Saturday morning. According to the Chester County Sheriff’s Office, dispatch received a call reporting the woman missing from the Great Falls area just after 7:30 a.m.

Union County board approves updated academic calendar for 2023-2024 school year. During a special-called meeting Friday morning, the board voted to rescind the previous academic calendar that was approved on Dec. 13, 2022. ‘Express Stops’ to reduce bus ride times for some Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools students. Updated: 20 minutes ago.

MATTHEWS, N.C. (WBTV) - A reward is being offered in exchange for information that leads to an arrest in a Matthews homicide case that originated last month. According to police, 27-year-old Dashawn Dean was found dead of a gunshot wound after crashing his vehicle on Moore Road last month. Police...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Local leaders are speaking out ahead of the release of body cam footage that shows officers brutally beating Tyre Nichols, a Black man, in Memphis earlier this month. Five officers are accused of beating Nichols during a traffic stop on Jan. 7, inflicting serious injuries that...