Mecklenburg County leaders and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools administrators remain at an impasse over a proposed budget that would withhold $56 million from the district if they can't provide a measurable plan to address inequities and improve outcomes for minority students. Richard DeVayne recaps a heated meeting before a straw vote and outlines what's next as the district fights for the money. STORY: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/education/budget-battle-cms-mecklenburg-county-leaders/275-ceadd885-7b24-4a17-8287-8718a3a7f915

Credit Karma announced this week it will invest $13 million for a new East Coast hub in Charlotte. They're the latest tech company to make a major move in Charlotte. Ben Thompson explains why it's no coincidence Charlotte has become a hot spot for these corporations. STORY: https://www.wcnc.com/article/money/charlotte-north-carolina-tech-hub-hot-spot/275-6f129f84-840c-4d60-803e-bcd2a5c3d98d

Plus, Larry Sprinkle has the latest forecast for the Carolinas as we're in the midst of a heatwave that will hang around a few more days. When will we get a break? Larry has good news for folks heading to Charlotte Motor Speedway for the Coca-Cola 600. 

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Accused killer Tyler Terry was arrested in Chester County after spending a week on the run from police. Terry was wanted for murder and attempted murder in two states and has been linked to 4 homicides in the past few months. Billie Jean Shaw has details on his arrest and what's next in the legal process. STORY: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/tyler-terry-murder-suspect-manhunt-south-carolina-chester-county-federal-agents/275-469dd512-c51e-44da-93ec-2d485e4e9598

Today marks one year since George Floyd was murdered by former Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin. Tracie Potts joins us from Washington, where President Joe Biden will host Floyd's family as Americans look to elected officials to make changes to policing across the nation.  STORY: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/nation-world/biden-to-host-george-floyd-family-tuesday-at-white-house/507-5b28c8f8-5f2f-411c-9f02-1e0df0785e36

Plus, new parents are already spending a lot of money to care for their young children. It's about to be even more, as diapers will go up nearly 10% at most retailers. Ben Thompson connects the dots on the price hike and explains why some of the big brands like Pampers and Huggies say it's out of their hands. STORY: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/local/diaper-prices-to-increase-beginning-in-june-bare-needs-diaper-bank/522-624f9403-0848-4d54-af4f-2a001c59c319

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The search for Tyler Terry, a suspect accused of murder and attempted murder in two states, continues in Chester County. Terry has been on the run since last Monday, when the car he was in crashed during a police chase on Highway 9 near Richburg, South Carolina. Billie Jean shaw has the latest on the search for Terry and why authorities are confident they'll capture him soon. 

Anyone 12 and older is eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, but kids likely won't be able to get the shot for months. This has made it difficult for families to schedule safe activities this summer for all their children. Ben Thompson connects the dots and has a few tips from experts on how parents can make this summer fun and memorable for their kids while staying safe from the virus. 

Plus, Larry Sprinkle has your First Warn Forecast as a heat wave is cooking the Carolinas. We're seeing the hottest stretch of weather since last July with afternoon highs expected to be in the 90s through the end of the week. 

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The manhunt continues in Chester County, South Carolina, for Tyler Terry. He and his alleged accomplice, Adrienne Simpson, have now been connected to two homicides in St. Louis, Missouri. Terry has been on the run for three days following a high-speed chase that ended in Richburg, South Carolina. STORY: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/police-rock-hill-high-school-elementary-school-south-carolina-helicopter/275-bfe96bb0-4f78-4589-863e-656a5b841571

North Carolina Republicans are considering bonuses for unemployed people who take a new job. Rachel Lundberg joins the show with details on these "back to work" bonuses that would include $1,500 payments for qualified applicants. 

With COVID-19 restrictions being lifted across the country, many people are eager to go back to their favorite restaurant or coffee shop. Ben Thompson connects the dots and explains how business is better than ever and it's not just because people are tired of staying home. 

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The search continues for a man accused of shooting at Chester County deputies Monday night. Billie Jean Shaw joins Wake Up Charlotte To Go with details on the hunt for Tyler Terry, who has also been linked to a murder in York, South Carolina, earlier this month. Terry has been on the run for nearly 3 whole days and detectives believe he could be in the Rock Hill area. STORY: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/police-rock-hill-high-school-elementary-school-south-carolina-helicopter/275-bfe96bb0-4f78-4589-863e-656a5b841571

Thursday is Meck Dec Day, when Charlotte celebrates what's believed by many to be the signing of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence. There's just one problem: the document probably wasn't real. Ben Thompson verifies with historians who are skeptical of this date in Charlotte's history. 

Plus, Larry Sprinkle is tracking a heatwave that will bring scorching temperatures to the Carolinas starting this weekend and it's going to be the hottest weather we've seen since last July. 

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