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The Carolina Panthers chose Arizona wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan with the eighth pick in Thursday's NFL Draft. McMillan was third in FBS with 1,319 receiving yards at 15.7 yards per reception. He set the Wildcats' school record with 3,423 career receiving yards and was a first-team AP All-American this year. Most people thought the Panthers would pick a player on the defensive side of the ball, but the team opted to take McMillan, adding another weapon for quarterback Bryce Young. Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/sports/nfl/panthers/nfl-draft-carolina-panthers-first-round-preview-selection/275-971d73c4-398e-4708-89a0-155190525053 WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeart All of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.

When Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan spoke last week ahead of the NFL Draft, you got the feeling that he's more than willing to trade the No. 8 overall pick. "Maybe a team really loves a guy," Morgan told reporters. "We'll be waiting if somebody wants to come up." While Carolina might be willing to trade out of the No. 8 spot, they'll almost certainly make a selection during Thursday night's first round. Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/sports/nfl/panthers/panthers-eye-impact-players-graham-walker-top-no-8-contenders/275-e304234b-c1eb-452d-95f5-f5a1f3e34c52 WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeart All of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide in the University City area. It happened near the intersection with North Tryon Street early Wednesday morning. A WCNC Charlotte crew at the scene saw caution tape up around 1st & Goal, a sports bar in the area. LATEST: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/cmpd-investigating-homicide-north-charlotte/275-3e033dd5-3474-41c6-9471-63f6367965f9 WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeart All of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will present its proposed $1.95 billion budget Tuesday, with student learning and safety front and center. Within the budget, $2 million would go toward student laptops, and nearly $33 million is earmarked for HVAC, roofing, and security upgrades. CMS also says the district is investing heavily in academic growth and family support — from literacy and math specialists to funding counselors, social workers, and summer learning programs. WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeart All of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.

Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church for the past 12 years, has died at age 88. The head of the Catholic Church died Monday morning. He had been the pope for 12 years, ascending to the head of the papacy on March 13, 2013. “At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of his Church,″ Cardinal Kevin Farrell said in the announcement. “He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with faithfulness, courage, and universal love, especially for the poorest and most marginalized. With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite, merciful love of God, One and Tribune.″ Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/nation-world/pope-francis-dies-at-88/507-e3c69c77-fbbc-4aad-8903-7cef37d1d0e1

At least one person was killed after a serious crash involving a school bus on Interstate 77 in Chester County, South Carolina. The crash happened just before 2 p.m. near exit 55 on southbound I-77. There were multiple students on the bus, according to an official. One of the people on the bus died while the rest of the occupants were taken to the hospital. The age of the deceased person has not been released. Multiple crews responded to the scene, including multiple helicopters. WCNC Charlotte saw an Atrium Health chopper leaving the scene, heading toward Charlotte. The crash happened about 40 miles south of Charlotte. READ MORE: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/local/school-bus-crash-causes-traffic-delays-i-77/275-6f0d09b4-5be9-4956-b213-072ae76cccb1 WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeart All of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.

Construction of the controversial Silfab solar plant in Fort Mill could face serious delays under two new bills advancing in the South Carolina legislature. House Bill 4293 and Senate Bill 530 would give local zoning officials the power to immediately halt any construction project if they determine it doesn’t comply with zoning rules — even if permits were already issued and work is underway. That means if York County were to rule that Silfab’s planned solar panel factory isn’t properly zoned, the company’s permits would be instantly voided. Construction would have to stop immediately — and couldn’t resume unless Silfab either fixed the zoning issue or got a judge to allow work to continue during legal appeals, which would be good news for those who want the project stopped. MORE NEWS: wcnc.com WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeart All of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.

A North Carolina House committee on Tuesday approved a bill that would prohibit books with sexual activity in libraries and allow parents and county residents to sue schools over books deemed inappropriate for students. House Bill 636 passed the House Education Committee and now advances to the full chamber for consideration. The legislation would establish new procedures for selecting and removing school library materials, including creating community advisory committees to evaluate books. Materials containing "descriptions or visual depictions of sexual activity" or content deemed "pervasively vulgar" would be prohibited regardless of literary merit. Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/politics/north-carolina-politics/nc-bill-banning-books-with-sex-descriptions-in-school-libraries/275-5f40937e-12c0-4a06-98fe-83863bb2b654 WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeart All of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.

The IRS reminds Hurricane Helene victims that the deadline to file has been extended until May 1st.

A large police presence was seen in front of a night club on Freedom Drive.

CMPD credits proactive policing, community programs and tech tools for the first-quarter crime decrease.

Airport officials held a briefing to prepare travelers for the busy spring season, discussing forecasts, tips, and terminal upgrades.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating two separate shootings into homes, a disturbing trend that the department says has become all too common. Police have seen a troubling rise in this type of violence, prompting them to allocate additional resources and investigators to tackle these crimes.

Huntersville Police confirmed that Shigeaki Hattori was killed when his vehicle crossed the centerline and into oncoming traffic on North Carolina 73 on Saturday.

A lot of people are making summer travel plans but an upcoming change at all U.S. airports could lead to unexpected hassles for passengers who aren't prepared. We've been telling you about the REAL ID deadline for years but it's finally here. Starting May 7, state-level ID cards, such as driver's licenses, won't be accepted for federal purposes, such as getting through airport security unless they are REAL ID-compliant.

A proposed housing development in Weddington is facing significant pushback from residents who worry about its impact on local wildlife, especially bald eagles.

Detectives say the suspects have stolen large quantities of alcohol from at least seven different business.

Two people who were shot at the Walmart store in the city of Lancaster have been detained, according to law enforcement officials. The shooting occurred around 2:30 p.m. inside the store, which is located in the University Place shopping center on Highway 9 Bypass West near the interchange with U.S. 521 Business Route. https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/shooting-walmart-lancaster-south-carolina/275-b5f89e99-7899-41a6-9f6c-02a860269754 WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeart All of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.

A Rock Hill middle school teacher and high school track coach was arrested on multiple counts of sexual exploitation of a minor. Doug MacAlpine, a teacher at Castle Heights Middle School and track coach for both boys and girls teams at Rock Hill High School, was taken into custody and charged with six counts of sexual exploitation of a minor in the second degree in York County. He is currently being held with a $25,000 bond. Rock Hill Schools confirmed MacAlpine's arrest. Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/teacher-track-coach-child-sexual-exploitation-charges/275-0137fac0-9b4b-46b2-88d5-ca2969a8a396 WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeart All of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.

A shooting in northwest Charlotte that left two people dead is being investigated as a homicide. The shooting happened on Welling Avenue near South Hoskins Road around 6 p.m. on Sunday. Two people were hurt in the shooting, according to Medic. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department said both victims were pronounced dead at the hospital. It was one of multiple violent incidents in the area over the weekend. READ MORE: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/deadly-shooting-northwest-charlotte/275-793c6be6-2aa6-470a-876b-4f5e03e94ae6 WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeart All of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.