BIG NEWS WE'RE FOLLOWING TODAY: Later today, Democrat Tricia Cotham is expected to announce she's leaving the party and joining Republicans. Context: This would give the GOP the one vote they needed for a supermajority in both state chambers. Happening today at 9 WCNC Charlotte #ncpol

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BREAKING: The New York Jets have agreed on a deal to acquire four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers from the Packers, according to a person with knowledge of the trade. apnews.com/article/aaron-…

BREAKING: Joe Biden officially running for re-election. We’ve got more in just a few minutes on WCNC Charlotte

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It’s happening: North Carolina’s legislature is making the first step in overriding Governor Cooper’s veto on abortion restrictions after 12 weeks. The NC Senate has voted, the GA is next #ncpol

This is what the radar was picking up from that massive fire near Fairview Road. WCNC Charlotte

TIMELINE: How the massive South Park fire jumped to 5-alarm Read more: wcnc.com/article/news/l…

Heroic actions by these men and women, not just today, but EVERY DAY! Salute Charlotte Fire Dept CMPD News

Want to show your support for the Charlotte firefighters who battled the massive blaze today? Protagonist Beer is doing something this weekend with its flagship beer: wcnc.com/article/money/…

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles urged citizens to "refrain from calling 911 unless it is an emergency." wcnc.com/article/news/l…

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A ‘magical’ morning! Thanks to our viewers, corporate sponsors, and to the Salvation Army for another great Magical Toy Drive Drop-off! Helping 6,000 local kids celebrate Christmas. 🎄

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