Spike In COVID-19 Deaths In NC, As 1,578 New Cases Confirmed

COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations are rising in Mecklenburg County, according to public health officials.

Lung Association Launches Search For North Carolina’s Top Dog

FIDO’S FORCE fundraising campaign highlights local dogs to raise money to end lung cancer, address COVID-19

Another Record Day For New COVID-19 Cases In North Carolina

Friday also marked the second highest day for coronavirus-illness hospitalizations to date in North Carolina.

NC Reports Highest Number Of COVID-19 Cases Yet

During a campaign stop in NC Thursday, Trump said COVID-19 was "going to peter out," as the state reported its highest number of new cases.

5 Positive COVID-19 Cases Traced Back To Charlotte Beer Festival

Coronavirus spikes in surrounding counties are leading overwhelmed hospitals to divert patients to Charlotte hospitals, MCPH's director said

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Increasing, NC Reports 1,276 New Cases

As of Monday, 83 percent of the Charlotte metro region's staffed intensive care unit beds were full, according to DHHS data.

Charlotte-Metro COVID-19 Update: Nearly 30K Cases Confirmed

COVID-19 cases have been traced back to 97 family events and 24 weddings, say county public health officials warning about gatherings.

Community COVID-19 Testing In Mecklenburg: Where To Get A Test

Here's a list of upcoming community testing events in Cornelius and Charlotte throughout October.

COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations Spike In North Carolina

Nearly 2,500 newly confirmed coronavirus cases were reported in North Carolina Thursday.

Here's What You Shouldn't Do This Halloween, County Officials Say

Stay away from crowds, haunted houses and traditional trick-or-treating, county health officials say in a list of Halloween rules.

NC COVID-19 Update: 23 Deaths, At Least 1,711 New Cases

At least 1,711 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported Wednesday, according to North Carolina public health officials.

'It's Frustrating': Cooper Responds To Trump Anti-Mask Stance

Trump's actions send the wrong message, Gov. Cooper said, as NC reports a rise in its positive COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.

NC COVID-19: Hospitalizations Spike, More Than 2,200 New Cases

North Carolina hospitalizations were 971 Monday, the highest they've been in a month.

CDC Stresses Vaccines As North Carolina Enters Flu Season

With no end in sight to the coronavirus pandemic, experts say flu shots will reduce strain on health care providers this season.

NC Reports Spike Of 2,277 New COVID-19 Cases, 47 Deaths

Two days before loosening restrictions, North Carolina reported the highest jump in the number of COVID-19 in more than a month.

New Rules Allows Indoor Visits At NC Nursing Homes

Visitors will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms and must wear a face mask, according to the new guidelines.

NC COVID-19 Update: 4 New Deaths, 868 New Cases

As of Monday, at least 3,445 deaths of North Carolinians were attributed to COVID-19, according to state public health officials.

Residents Raise $75,000 to End Lung Cancer, Address COVID-19

Charlotte Residents Raise $75,000 to End Lung Cancer, Address COVID-19

NC's Tally Of Known COVID-19 Cases Now At 204,331

The increase accounts for the collection of antigen positive case data determined by rapid tests conducted at doctor's offices, DHHS said.

Halloween In NC: Avoid 'High Risk' Trick-Or-Treating, CDC Says

New CDC guidance put out this week warned about traditional holiday activities that could be high-risk for spreading COVID-19.

1,688 New COVID-19 Cases, 40 Deaths Reported In North Carolina

As of Thursday, Charlotte metro hospitals reported 78 empty intensive care unit beds, according to state public health officials.

Obesity In NC Could Make Coronavirus Illnesses Worse: CDC

The CDC says racial and ethnic groups in NC, already at increased COVID-19 risk, are more likely to be hospitalized if they’re obese.

North Carolina Launches COVID-19 Exposure Notification App

The free app sends an alert to your phone if there's a possibility you may have been exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19.

Charlotte Lung Cancer Survivor: 'Anyone Can Get Lung Cancer'

Mike Smith shares story to raise awareness, funding for lung cancer research

COVID-19 In NC: 800 New Cases, Hospitalizations Remain Steady

As of Monday, 3,247 coronavirus deaths were reported in North Carolina, according to state public health officials.

North Carolina COVID-19 Case Tally Surges To More Than 191K

At least 27 deaths and 1,443 new cases were confirmed in North Carolina Friday.

NC COVID-19 Cases Surge More Than 1,500, Hospitalizations Dip

North Carolina reported its largest jump in COVID-19 cases in 12 days, increasing the state's total to nearly 190,000.

NC COVID-19 Update: 1,137 Newly Confirmed Cases, 38 Deaths

At least 1,137 COVID-19 cases were confirmed in North Carolina Wednesday, increasing the state's total to more than 188,000.

Transition to Electric Vehicles Would Save North Carolina Lives

New report finds North Carolina could save lives, and avoid billions in local health impacts through transition to EV

845 COVID-19 Cases In NC, Positivity Rate Sinks To 4.8 Percent

As of Sept. 14, about 4.8 percent of tests in North Carolina were positive, the lowest rate recorded in the state in the past month.

NC In 'Red Zone,' Top 20 For Rate Of COVID-19: White House

North Carolina is considered in the "red zone" for its number of COVID-19 cases, according to a White House Coronavirus Task Force report.

49 COVID-19 Deaths, 897 Newly Confirmed Cases In North Carolina

DHHS reported 89 new coronavirus hospitalizations and 49 COVID-19 deaths Wednesday.

COVID-19 In NC: More Than 2,900 Dead, 716 New Confirmed Cases

DHHS reported 827 patients were hospitalized for COVID-like symptoms but said the actual hospital numbers are likely higher.

Flu Shots Now Available at CVS Pharmacy® and MinuteClinic®

Two-thirds of Americans say they plan to get a flu shot this year, with 54 percent planning on getting their vaccine earlier than last year

Lung Assoc. Announces Plan To End Youth Vaping in North Carolina

Comprehensive plan to address youth vaping includes awareness campaign, Vape-Free Schools Initiative, advocacy

Following Dip, NC COVID-19 Positivity Jumps To 8.2 Percent

More than 2,000 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported Thursday, marking the biggest daily increase this month.

NC COVID-19 Update: State's Death Toll Surpasses 2,600

At least 1,244 COVID-19 cases were reported in NC Wednesday. Nationally, more than 179,000 U.S. residents have died from the virus.

University Reopenings Lead To Uptick In COVID-19 Spread In NC

Following the reopening of colleges and universities, North Carolina's coronavirus trends are starting to tip in the wrong direction.

More COVID-19 Cases Reported In Charlotte Metro Schools

Four days into the new school year, COVID-19 was reported in at least five schools in four counties in the Charlotte metro region.

NC's Key COVID-19 Metrics Remain Stable, Some Declining: Governor

Gov. Roy Cooper urged universities and law enforcement in North Carolina to enforce mask mandates and mass gathering bans.