Charlotte/ Community & Society
Published on April 08, 2020
Top Charlotte news: 2 area Amazon workers test positive for virus; man with baby shoots into homesPhoto: iStock

Read on for the most recent top news you may have missed in Charlotte.

2 Amazon workers at Charlotte-area facilities test positive for COVID-19

An Amazon spokesman confirmed late Monday night that two employees — one in Charlotte, one in Concord — have tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

Read the full story on The News & Observer.

Charlotte food bank asking for monetary donations during coronavirus pandemic

Normally, Loaves and Fishes would call on community food drives to help those less fortunate. COVID-19 has made that practically impossible.

Read the full story on WCNC.

Employee raises safety concerns about Atrium Health asking non-medical personnel to go to 'mission critical areas'

An Atrium Health employee contacted the Defenders team with concerns about the hospital's re-deployment plan.

Read the full story on WCNC.

Man with baby charged with shooting into 10 Charlotte homes

The child was safely rescued by police officers. The 25 residents and individuals involved in the argument were not injured, CMPD said.

Read the full story on WCNC.

Charlotte mayor declines to take position on hazard pay for essential employees

Mayor Vi Lyles said 75% of the city's emergency operation spending is eligible for reimbursement from FEMA, but didn't take a side on the issue of hazard pay.

Read the full story on WCNC.


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