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The heavy rain might be gone but the threat of flooding will continue across the Charlotte, North Carolina region Friday. Areas along the Catawba River in northwest Charlotte have been issued a voluntary evacuation order as the water levels are still rising and threatening homes in several neighborhoods. Meanwhile, President-elect Joe Biden is projected to win Arizona as his lead over President Donald Trump is greater than the number of ballots left to count. Trump's campaign has maintained the election was unfair but has yet to prove substantial evidence of widespread voter fraud that would influence the outcome of the election. Today is Friday the 13th, and for many of us, that means a day of taking no chances. Whether you're afraid of opening umbrellas indoors or crossing paths with a black cat, we connect the dots on why Friday the 13th is considered such an unlucky day. As it turns out, historians think there's a biblical connection. Plus, Billie Jean Shaw joins us from Gastonia, North Carolina with the latest on a nightclub shooting that left six people hurt, including two police officers. We have all the details from police as two suspects are in custody facing a slew of felony charges for their alleged role in the shootout. Join Wake Up Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m. on WCNC Charlotte, and as always, join the conversation on social media using #WakeUpCLT!

A storm system is bringing heavy rain to the Charlotte, North Carolina area Thursday with a Flash Flood Warning in effect for several counties. Larry Sprinkle has the forecast, explaining how much rain we could see and where flooding is most likely to occur. Military officials are concerned about national security after President Trump fired the secretary of defense and hired loyalists to key positions in the Pentagon. Meanwhile, President-elect Joe Biden is being held out of security briefings that will set back his transition to power in January. A COVID-19 vaccine could be on the horizon, but hospitals must first figure out how they can safely store the vaccine so it's effective for patients. And this vaccine can't be stored at any regular temperature, it must be held at 94 degrees below zero. Ben Thompson connects the dots on how Atrium Health is pushing for new refrigeration methods and technology to help hospitals prepare to serve their communities. Rachel Lundberg joins the show to recap the 2020 CMAs, including all the big winners and best performances that had social media buzzing Wednesday night. All that and the top headlines for Thursday, Nov. 12 on #WakeUpCLT To Go! Watch Wake Up Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m. on WCNC Charlotte, and as always, join the conversation on social media using #WakeUpCLT.

President-elect Joe Biden said Tuesday that President Donald Trump's refusal to accept the results of the 2020 presidential election is "an embarrassment." Biden made the remark while addressing the nation on his COVID-19 advisory board's plan to tackle the pandemic once taking office in January. Trump's campaign has continued to make baseless claims about widespread voter fraud and filed multiple unsuccessful lawsuits in numerous states. It's unclear how long Trump will continue his challenge of the results but there are no signs of the president conceding at this time. First Warn forecaster Larry Sprinkle is tracking a line of heavy storms that will bring the threat of flooding to the Charlotte, North Carolina area Wednesday and Thursday. Some parts of North Carolina may see up to 5 inches of rain by the end of Thursday. We're celebrating Veterans Day by honoring those from the Carolinas who served. Send us photos of the veterans in your lives and we'll share them on air and online! You can also text them to 704-329-3600 to be featured. Standard message and data rates apply. With the holiday season right around the corner, health officials are urging everyone to be more vigilant than ever to slow the spread of COVID-19. And there's more to it than just avoiding crowds. Ben Thompson connects the dots on why the colder weather makes us more vulnerable to infections. Join Wake Up Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m. on WCNC Charlotte! As always, you can join the conversation by using #WakeUpCLT on social media and we'll share your responses on the show!

President-elect Joe Biden has already formed his COVID-19 advisory board and they're establishing a plan of action once he takes office in January. Biden says his plan will be based on science and encouraged everyone to wear a mask until a coronavirus vaccine is widely available.  President Trump continues his legal battle, challenging election results in multiple states that voted for Biden, despite having no evidence of voter fraud. Now, Attorney General William Bar is getting involved and Republican leaders are backing Trump.  Plus, scientists are working to develop a nasal spray they believe could help slow the spread of COVID-19 until a vaccine is available, and we'll tell you why adding chili peppers to your diet could add years to your life.  Join Wake Up Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m. on WCNC Charlotte.

Tributes are pouring in from around the world for beloved Jeopardy! host and American TV icon Alex Trebek. The long-time host of the popular quiz show died at his home Sunday, surrounded by family and friends after a two year battle with pancreatic cancer. Plus, we have the latest on the 2020 election and President-elect Joe Biden's first moves as his team prepares to take office next January.  Join Wake Up Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m. on WCNC Charlotte.

Former Vice President Joe Biden has taken the lead over President Donald Trump as ballots continue to be counted in the state of Georgia. Should Biden hold on and win Georgia, it will all but officially end Trump's re-election hopes. A win in the Peach State would be a huge feather in the cap for Democrats, who haven't carried Georgia in a presidential election since Bill Clinton in 1992. Biden is also closing the gap on Trump in Pennsylvania, with hundreds of thousands of ballots left to count. North Carolina is waiting on nearly 100,000 absentee ballots by mail, which means it'll probably be at least another week until we know for sure who won the election. Billie Jean Shaw breaks down why the process is taking longer than other states and what North Carolina officials are saying to help voters keep faith in the elections process. Rachel Lundberg tells us how North Carolina voters can check the status of their ballot to ensure it was counted accurately, even if you voted by mail or on Election Day. Join Wake Up Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m. on WCNC Charlotte. As always, join the conversation on social media using #WakeUpCLT!

Democrat Joe Biden was pushing closer to the 270 Electoral College votes needed to carry the White House, securing victories in the “blue wall” battlegrounds of Wisconsin and Michigan and narrowing President Donald Trump's path. With just a handful of states still up for grabs, Trump tried to press his case in court in some key swing states. It was unclear if any of his campaign's legal maneuvering over balloting would succeed in shifting the race in his favor.North Carolina is among the six states still left to determine a winner. Billie Jean Shaw explains why it might be a week before North Carolina finishes its count of more than 100,000 absentee ballots. Those ballots, all of which probably won't be counted for various reasons, could have a major impact on key races, including the North Carolina Senate battle between Thom Tillis and Democrat Cal Cunningham.Join Wake Up Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m. on WCNC Charlotte. As always, join our conversation on Twitter using #WakeUpCLT!

North Carolina's presidential race is still too close to call, but President Donald Trump is declaring victory. The president does have the lead over Biden with 100% of precincts reporting, but there are still over 115,000 absentee ballots left to be counted. As long as those ballots are postmarked by November 3 and received by November 12, they will be allowed to be tallied in the final results.  Thom Tillis declared victory over Cal Cunningham in the most expensive congressional race in US history Tuesday night. Tillis, a strong supporter of President Trump's, thanked supporters for overcoming a huge poll advantage for Cunningham as Democrats hoped to flip the Senate. In South Carolina. Lindsey Graham won the closest race of his career, defeating well-funded Democrat Jaime Harrison to keep his Senate seat for another six years.  Plus, we're recapping the other key races from across North Carolina, including Madison Cawthorn's win in the House and Gov. Roy Cooper's re-election over Republican challenger Dan Forest.  Join Wake Up Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m., and as always, join the conversation on social media using #WakeUpCLT!

After months of campaigning, Americans will head to the polls and cast their vote for the next President of the United States between Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden.We're also looking at the extremely close Senate races in South Carolina and North Carolina. These battleground states could make a huge difference in the balance of power as Democrats want to gain control of the Senate and Republicans hope to make gains in the House. Lindsey Graham is in a toss-up race with Jaime Harrison, who hopes to become just the second Black senator from South Carolina.In North Carolina, Republican Thom Tillis is facing a tough challenge from Democrat Cal Cunningham. This race is now the most expensive congressional race in U.S. history! Early polls showed Cunningham with a sizeable lead but an extramarital affair has given Tillis a boost in recent weeks.Join Wake Up Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m. on WCNc Charlotte, and as always we want to hear from you! Share your responses, photos and more using #WakeUpCLT!

Tuesday is Election Day, and with just one day left on the campaign trail, President Donald Trump and Joe Biden are making their final push for undecided voters in swing states. North Carolina is among those swing states, with political experts saying Trump will more than likely need to win in North Carolina to be re-elected. Billie Jean Shaw has all your information on early voting in South Carolina, as well as an explanation for why we probably won't know the winner of the election on Election Night. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will reopen for elementary students for the first time since March, as the district has approved in-person learning for kindergarten through fifth grade. Plus, Ben Thompson connects the dots on why a spike in COVID-19 could lead to a vaccine being released sooner than we once thought. Join Wake Up Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m. on WCNC Charlotte, and as always, join the conversation by using #WakeUpCLT on social media!