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Science Sunday: The science behind buoyance and what that means for water safety
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Fresh fruit, especially citrus, seemingly goes hand-in-hand during the summertime. But oranges can also help us understand the science of buoyancy and density. They can help us explain to children how life jackets work and how incredibly important they are!. 🌩️ If you like weather, watch...
'Highest form of respect': Veteran and NASCAR crew member reflects on meaning of Memorial Day ahead of Coca-Cola 600
LINWOOD, N.C. — The Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway is NASCAR’s longest race and honors military members and families this holiday weekend. The Coca-Cola 600 honors military service members on Memorial Day weekend. Race cars will display a patriotic design and carry the name of a fallen...
Vihuelas de Nashville Come Up Just Short in Series Finale
NASHVILLE – Finding themselves in a familiar hole, the Vihuelas de Nashville (27-24) rallied but failed to come up with a game-tying or go-ahead hit in the ninth, falling 4-3 to the Charlotte Knights (20-30) on Sunday afternoon at First Horizon Park. Charlotte avoids the sweep by taking the final game of the six-game set.
First Alert: Isolated to widely scattered storm chance this evening
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A First Alert is in place for Memorial Day due to the potential for a few strong to severe storms tonight. First Alert Memorial Day: Warm, humid, widely scattered PM storm risk. Tuesday: Still warm, dry. Rest of Week: Mostly sunny, little cooler, less humid. After...
Cooler Temperatures Could Dominate the Start of June
It has been hot lately with highs in the upper 80s, and it doesn’t take long to sweat after heading outdoors. The Holiday Weekend heat will continue, but then next week we could be looking at a strong cold front that could cool things down. COOLER TIMES AHEAD. The...
Charlotte-area communities holding Memorial Day ceremonies to honor, remember the fallen
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Monday is Memorial Day in the United States, giving the nation an opportunity to collectively honor and remember the lives of the brave men and women who made the greatest sacrifice. Across the Charlotte area, events are planned to honor those passed on. A list of...
North Carolina native, PGA Tour Player Grayson Murray dead at 30
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – North Carolina native and PGA Tour player Grayson Murray has passed away at the age of 30, according to a post by the PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan said on social media. In the post Monahan stated that Murray passed away Saturday morning. Monanah also...
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