Rachel Lundberg
NBC Charlotte
Longwood, FL, United States
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New SC bill would require teens to get parental permission for COVID-19 vaccine
Currently, South Carolina doesn't require teens 16 and older to get parental consent for the COVID-19 vaccine. Some state lawmakers are looking to change that. → Read More
Sunflower season is kicking off and local farms are excited to show off the new blooms
Strawberry season is wrapping up and in exchange, we get sunflower season. The blooms are getting ready for all your beautiful family pictures and bouquets. → Read More
Organizations & schools taking part in Mental Health Action Day
Nearly half of parents say the pandemic has contributed to mental health problems for at least one of their kids. → Read More
How one dress store is altering prom dresses to create the hottest accessory of the season
A Gastonia, North Carolina, dress shop is pulling out all the stops to help students achieve the perfect look at prom during the COVID-19 pandemic. → Read More
Teacher Appreciation Week: Charlotte elementary teacher reflects on pandemic
This school year has been unlike any other, but one teacher at Rea View Elementary in Charlotte, North Carolina, says the pandemic brought her closer to her students → Read More
How to celebrate Earth Day in Charlotte
Several businesses are hosting Earth Day events across Charlotte, as millions of people join together to make a difference for the global environment. → Read More
CDC updates COVID-19 guidelines for gatherings ahead of Easter weekend
Easter is just days away, and the CDC says if you're fully vaccinated, you can drop the mask with other vaccinated adults. → Read More
SNL's Kenan Thompson talks Charlotte-themed skit and new comedy show
Actor Kenan Thompson has stepped outside the world of Saturday Night Live (SNL) and debuted his own self-named comedy show, Kenan, airing on NBC Tuesday nights. → Read More
It's not just you. All those Zoom calls are exhausting to everyone
It's been nearly a year since millions of Americans were forced out of the office. To stay connected, we Zoom. A lot. And it's taking a toll on our brains. → Read More
Gastonia venue surprises front-line worker with free wedding
It's more than just a venue, too. Many of Gastonia's top vendors are donating their services to make sure McGill and Clampett's special day is perfect. → Read More
VERIFY: Will smokers in the Carolinas have access to COVID-19 vaccines ahead of the general public?
If North Carolina and South Carolina continue to follow CDC vaccine distribution protocol, they should. → Read More
Can out-of-towners get vaccinated in NC?
Mecklenburg County Health Department and the North Carolina Department of Health do not require a person to share their residence when getting a vaccine. → Read More
'There's nothing you can do to help them.' SC nurse shares emotional look inside COVID-19 unit
Ashley Griffith's 8-minute video diary is not only designed to show what it's like in a hospital these days, but to get the Carolinas to take the pandemic seriously. → Read More
Charlotte remains one of the fastest-growing cities amid COVID-19 pandemic
Over the last several months, COVID-19 has been pushing people out of expensive cities like New York and San Francisco and into cities like Charlotte. → Read More
Bank of America commits $1M to CPCC for jobs initiative
BoA selected 21 community colleges and HBCUs, including Central Piedmont Community College, to give $1 million to over the course of the next four years. → Read More
Charlotte Knights offer 'Work From Home Plate' opportunity
They've got all the work-from-home technology like WiFi, TVs, and, as an added bonus, a spectacular view of the ballpark and Uptown. → Read More
STEAM live stream helps Cabarrus County students learn in a fun, unique way
Dominion Energy and The National Theatre for Children teamed up to create an online live stream STEAM program for students nationwide. → Read More
Results reporting could be delayed in key states across the country
Election officials have warned that results on Election Night could be delayed. → Read More
Voter dos and don'ts on Election Day in the Carolinas
Each state has its own unique rules about what voters can and can't do on Election Day. Follow these guidelines and you can guarantee your vote will count November 3 → Read More
Here's how you can view your ballot before you vote in North Carolina
If you live in NC, you can view your sample ballot by locating the voter search tool on the State Board of Elections website. → Read More