Vanessa Ruffes

Digital wallets at risk: Ghost tapping targets tap-to-pay technology The BBB warns of "ghost tapping" scams that exploit tap-to-pay features on phones to steal information.

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NASCAR legend Kyle Busch sues insurance company over $8.5M alleged retirement scheme Kyle and Samantha Busch say Pacific Life and an insurance agent pushed them into a misleading insurance scheme.

NASCAR legend Kyle Busch sues insurance company over $8.5M alleged retirement scheme www.wcnc.com/article/news...

CMS board approves AI policy. Here's what's in it Chief among the policy's directives is that artificial intelligence should support, not replace, human decision-making and students' work.

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A North Carolina man is charged with 4 murder counts after telling authorities he killed his kids A North Carolina man who told authorities he had killed his children and that his children's bodies were in the trunk of a vehicle at his home has been charged...

A North Carolina man is charged with 4 murder counts after telling authorities he killed his kids www.wcnc.com/article/synd...

K-9 Labrador retriever finalist for Hero Dog Awards Harrison is a electronics storage detection dog with the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office.

Caldwell County K-9 Labrador retriever is finalist for Hero Dog Awards www.wcnc.com/article/life...

NC Attorney General Jackson suing USDA over suspension of SNAP benefits State AG Jeff Jackson said SNAP serves more than 600,000 children in North Carolina, including more than 40,000 under 18 months old.

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Construction begins on pedestrian bridge to connect Charlotte's Uptown and South End over I-277 "For years, I-277 has felt like a dividing line, a stretch of highway that made two connected communities feel just a little bit too far apart."

Construction begins on pedestrian bridge to connect Charlotte's Uptown and South End over I-277 www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Woman found dead in Gaston County home, investigation underway Police say 23-year-old Aaliyah Fortner was found dead in a home on Greenbrook Trail. No charges have been filed yet.

Woman found dead in Gaston County home, investigation underway www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Juveniles charged in armed robbery at Belmont shopping center Police said no injuries were reported.

Juveniles charged in armed robbery at Belmont shopping center www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Racing to rescue...again. NASCAR's Greg Biffle to help Jamaica after monster storm One year after racing to the rescue in Hurricane Helene, NASCAR driver and pilot Greg Biffle is ready to help storm-ravaged Jamaica in whatever way possible.

NASCAR'S Greg Biffle prepares to deploy help to Jamaica www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Missing girl reported in Banner Elk Watauga County deputies say she was last seen walking near Honey Dew Lane and Rominger Road early in the morning on October 28, 2025.

Missing girl reported in Banner Elk www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Charlotte approves 30 digital kiosks to boost safety and support small businesses The kiosks will offer free Wi-Fi, touchscreen navigation, local business highlights, emergency alerts, and city content such as events and wayfinding.

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Shelby double murder case heads back to NC Court of Appeals over jury racial discrimination issue Mario Wilson, 36, was convicted of killing 3-year-old Liam Murray and Miranda Woods, 22, in a 2016 shooting.

Shelby double murder case heads back to NC Court of Appeals over jury racial discrimination issue www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Fort Mill to install stoplight to improve school traffic This comes months after announcing the end of hiring traffic guards.

Fort Mill to install stoplight to improve school traffic www.wcnc.com/article/news...

First Black Mecklenburg County Officer dies "The impact that he had on his department is one that will never be forgotten," officials said in a statement.

First Black Mecklenburg County Officer dies www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Cabarrus County farmers can soon apply for NC AgVentures grants Cabarrus family farms can apply for the NC AgVentures Grant to expand and thrive. Secure funding up to $10,000 for projects that enhance community impact.

Cabarrus County farmers can soon apply for state AgVentures grants www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Monroe Mayor will not run for reelection, endorses councilman Mayor Robert Burns will not run for a second term. His first term has been controversial.

Monroe Mayor will not run for reelection, endorses councilman www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Nurses in underserved North Carolina areas can get tax-free student loan relief Applications for the North Carolina Nurse Initiative are open, but funding is limited.

Nurses in underserved North Carolina areas can get tax-free student loan relief www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Catawba Two Kings Casino reaches milestone with topping-off ceremony The casino is expected to bring thousands of people, transforming the local economy.

Catawba Two Kings Casino reaches milestone with topping-off ceremony www.wcnc.com/article/mone...

Federal shutdown threatens November SNAP benefits for 1.4 million North Carolinians While applications for FNS benefits are still being accepted, DSS officials said they are waiting for additional guidance from federal authorities.

Federal shutdown threatens November SNAP benefits for 1.4 million North Carolinians www.wcnc.com/article/mone...

'The love of our lives' | Family and friends remember man killed in Charlotte crime spree Loved ones say Justin Westbrooks Carlton, 38, was just driving home from work when he was caught in the crossfire.

'The love of our lives' | Family and friends remember man killed in Charlotte crime spree www.wcnc.com/article/news...

'Deep disappointment' | Union County Board of Education slams county commissioners' response to issues regarding teacher supplement A letter sent from the school board was shared Friday night, claiming county commissioners "publicly misrepresented" how it handles the local district budget.

'Deep disappointment' | Union County Board of Education slams county commissioners' response to issues regarding teacher supplement www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Second victim dies from injuries in northwest Charlotte shooting, kidnapping Shabazz Grant, 34, and Justin Carlton, 38, died from injuries in a crime spree in west Charlotte that happened on Thursday.

Second victim dies from injuries in northwest Charlotte shooting, kidnapping www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Birkdale Village changes hands again as Hines becomes third owner since 2024 Birkdale Village has new owners again, with Texas-based real estate investment firm Hines taking over the property.

Birkdale Village sold to global real estate firm one year after controversial rezoning plan www.wcnc.com/article/mone...

Court employee charged with bringing gun into Mecklenburg courthouse It is a misdemeanor to bring a weapon onto state property, including the Mecklenburg County Courthouse.

Court employee charged with bringing gun into Mecklenburg courthouse www.wcnc.com/article/news...

Charlotte businessman, controller facing felony tax charges Kristian Pedersen, 51, and Janna R. Donohue, 47, were charged earlier in October 2025.

Charlotte businessman, controller facing felony tax charges www.wcnc.com/article/news...

UPDATE: CMPD is reporting this is a homicide and officer-involved shooting scene. Prelim info is no officers injured. We'll have more on WCNC Charlotte and WCNC+ at 6p

2 people hurt in northwest Charlotte shooting The shooting happened on North Hokins Road near Brookshire Boulevard.

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Former Hornets star Terry Rozier, Blazers coach Chauncey Billups arrested in federal gambling probe A game involving Rozier that has been in question was played March 23, 2023, a matchup between the Hornets and the New Orleans Pelicans.

Former Hornets star Terry Rozier, Blazers coach Chauncey Billups arrested in federal gambling probe. We'll be streaming the FBI's update at 10 a.m. on WCNC+ www.wcnc.com/article/news...

North Carolina invests $6M in flood resilience through 11 projects "We know that there will be floods in the future, so we're making smart investments now to strengthen our river banks and to promote resilience," Gov. Stein said.

North Carolina invests $6M in flood resilience through 11 projects www.wcnc.com/article/news...