Andrew Barnett
Digital Content Producer
Charlotte, NC

Andrew Barnett is a young writer from Alabama. A lifetime music lover and enthusiast. He has been writing for years and has published several places ranging from AllHipHop.com to Raycom Media’s Digital Hub. Andrew now writes for Charlotte CBS affiliate WBTV. He writes about any and everything, from news and politics to music and sports, and is a lover of research and learning.
Updated: Dec. 14, 2021 at 1:12 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett is a Ph.D. graduate in microbiology and immunology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Updated: Nov. 11, 2021 at 7:05 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
In Newton’s nine seasons with the Panthers, he threw for 29,041 yards and 182 touchdowns, and ran for 58 touchdowns.
Updated: Oct. 29, 2021 at 7:09 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
The report says five of the 15 complaint allegations were substantiated resulting in deficiencies.
Updated: Sep. 29, 2021 at 6:31 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
Sen. Burr feels there should be legislation to “protect the integrity of amateur athletics at colleges and universities across the nation.”
Updated: Jul. 15, 2021 at 10:04 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
The Carolina Panthers have signed star offensive tackle Taylor Moton to a multi-year deal, locking up one of the best young offensive lineman in football for the next several years.
Updated: Jul. 14, 2021 at 7:52 PM EDT
|By Amanda Alvarado and Andrew Barnett
Nearly 200 Notre Dame students and faculty members signed an open letter to the school’s Campus Dining division opposing the proposed addition to its dining services.
Updated: Jul. 8, 2021 at 8:21 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
The athletes allege their coach dismissed them from the team, accusing him of retaliation for them speaking out against racism and for social justice during two events on campus.
Updated: May. 12, 2021 at 1:48 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
Public figures and elected officials have pleaded with people not to panic with buying or in many cases hoarding gas which could create a fuel shortage.
Updated: May. 4, 2021 at 5:42 PM EDT
|By The Associated Press and Andrew Barnett
The IOC also said that slogans such as “Black Lives Matter” will not be allowed on athlete apparel at Olympic venues, though it approved using the words “peace,” “respect,” “solidarity,” “inclusion” and “equality” on T-shirts.
Updated: Feb. 23, 2021 at 6:28 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
Officials say Trooper James Montgomery, better known as “Brent,” of Troop C District 4 - Vance County has been in intensive care for the last 12 days at UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill battling the virus.
Updated: Feb. 22, 2021 at 12:04 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
A scientist from Hillsborough, North Carolina who is making a big difference in the fight against COVID-19 has been named to the 2021 TIME100 Next list.
Updated: Feb. 19, 2021 at 5:11 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
On Feb. 13, CBP officers in Cincinnati intercepted the smuggled drugs in a shipment of cereal coming from South America. The shipment contained about 44 pounds of cocaine-coated corn flakes, which could have a street value of up to $2,822,400.
Updated: Jan. 28, 2021 at 11:02 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
Former Carolina Panthers head coach and current Washington head coach Ron Rivera is now cancer free, his daughter announced Thursday.
Updated: Jan. 19, 2021 at 11:16 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
The United States Department of Justice has ended its investigation into the stock trading of North Carolina Senator Richard Burr with no charges, as the case is now closed.
Updated: Dec. 29, 2020 at 11:03 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
Thomas Davis, one of the Carolina Panthers’ greatest linebackers who spent 14 seasons with the team, says he is retiring at the end of the season, ending a 16-year NFL career.
Updated: Sep. 25, 2020 at 1:40 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
Harris says there will be no tailgating allowed on Panthers' property due to gatherings and safety guidelines issued by the state.
Updated: Sep. 22, 2020 at 11:10 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
The Carolina Panthers are excited and ready to welcome some fans back at Bank of America stadium after Governor Roy Cooper said he’ll likely allow it to happen by next week.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2020 at 9:33 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin are teaming up to form a new NASCAR team and have signed rising star Bubba Wallace as a driver.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2020 at 6:18 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
The founder of The Jelly Belly jelly beans is giving away one of his candy factories as part of a nationwide treasure hunt.
Updated: Aug. 21, 2020 at 12:18 AM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
Former Carolina Panthers head coach and current Washington head coach Ron Rivera has been diagnosed with cancer, according to a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Updated: Jun. 9, 2020 at 11:37 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
Executive Order 145 creates the task force that the governor says will develop and help implement strategies and policies to help eliminate systemic racism in the state’s criminal justice system.
Updated: May. 14, 2020 at 9:57 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
North Carolina Senator Richard Burr has issued a statement after stepping down as the chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee amid an investigation into stock trading linked to the coronavirus.
Updated: May. 7, 2020 at 8:25 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
The Carolina Panthers will start their season facing the Las Vegas Raiders at Bank of America Stadium.
Updated: Apr. 16, 2020 at 10:47 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
Carolina Panthers star running back Christian McCaffrey’s “22 and You” initiative will now support the repair of life-saving ventilators in the Carolinas.
Updated: Apr. 16, 2020 at 8:47 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
Busch is making a special offer to couples whose weddings were put on ice due to the coronavirus pandemic - a year of free beer.
Updated: Apr. 13, 2020 at 4:22 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
Christian McCaffrey has signed a four-year extension with the Carolina Panthers in a deal that makes him the highest-paid running back in NFL history, according to multiple reports.
Updated: Apr. 2, 2020 at 3:09 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
McCaffrey announced “22 and You” Thursday, an effort to raise money for medical workers and healthcare heroes in life-saving work.
Updated: Mar. 31, 2020 at 3:22 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
The FBI has announced the arrest of the “Bad Wig Bandit," an accused thief who was involved in multiple bank robberies in the Charlotte-area while wearing several different wigs.
Updated: Mar. 24, 2020 at 3:26 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
The Carolina Panthers have released quarterback Cam Newton after nine seasons, the team announced Tuesday
Updated: Mar. 17, 2020 at 9:07 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
Former Carolina Panthers linebacker Thomas Davis announced Tuesday that he is signing with the Washington Redskins and reuniting with his old head coach, Ron Rivera.
Updated: Mar. 17, 2020 at 5:51 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
The PGA TOUR has canceled the Wells Fargo Championship in Charlotte due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Updated: Feb. 18, 2020 at 10:07 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
Former Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen is signing with the Seattle Seahawks, according to a report from ESPN.
Updated: Jan. 31, 2020 at 5:21 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
Now former Carolina Panther Greg Olsen made some dreams come true Thursday when he surprised some lucky fans with tickets to the Super Bowl in Miami.
Updated: Jan. 30, 2020 at 10:00 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
The Carolina Panthers announced Thursday that they have mutually agreed to part ways with tight end Greg Olsen.
Updated: Jan. 17, 2020 at 5:20 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
The FBI says the “Bad Wig Bandit” has robbed a fourth bank in North Carolina.
Updated: Jan. 15, 2020 at 12:42 AM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
In a tweet from Panthers Twitter account, Kuechly revealed his decision to retire in a heartfelt announcement.
Updated: Jan. 14, 2020 at 10:50 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
The Carolina Panthers have hired LSU’s passing coordinator Joe Brady as the team’s next offensive coordinator. The team formally announced the hire Thursday morning.
Updated: Jan. 9, 2020 at 7:35 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
The FBI says the same suspect is believed to have robbed all three banks in the Charlotte-Metro area in the last three weeks. In each robbery, the suspect wore a different wig.
Updated: Dec. 26, 2019 at 11:03 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
A cat that was found by a volunteer at the Humane Society of Rowan County has garnered national attention for her striking resemblance to the Star Wars character “Baby Yoda.”
Updated: Dec. 18, 2019 at 12:28 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey and linebacker Luke Kuechly have been selected for the 2020 Pro Bowl, the NFL announced Tuesday.
Updated: Dec. 17, 2019 at 8:37 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
Newton and the Bojangles’ crew served a hot meal to neighbors at the Men’s Shelter and distributed a gift pack including a $20 Bojangles’ gift card to more than 200 Shelter guests from Bojangles’ festive holiday boxes.
Updated: Nov. 27, 2019 at 7:26 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
There was no text or caption to go along with the picture, but there were plenty of replies.
Updated: Nov. 22, 2019 at 5:37 PM EST
|By Andrew Barnett
According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), the North Carolina State Highway Patrol is placing troopers every 20 miles along the major interstate during Thanksgiving travel.
Updated: Oct. 29, 2019 at 10:11 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
Sen. Burr tweeted that if students are going to be able to make money from their likeness while in school, then their scholarships should be treated as income.
JEEP WATCH 2019: Jeep that gained fame during Hurricane Dorian to appear at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Updated: Oct. 10, 2019 at 7:17 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
The red Jeep that became an internet meme after it got stuck near the waters of Myrtle Beach during Hurricane Dorian, will appear at Charlotte Motor Speedway this month.
Updated: Sep. 13, 2019 at 9:04 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
The study says women are facing a surplus of men who don’t have stable careers or incomes. Researchers say marriage is still based on love, but it’s also a big economic decision.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2019 at 10:06 AM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
After mowing an area outside Bank of America Stadium, he was surprised by Coach Ron Rivera, who commended Jaylin on his lawnmowing business to pay for college.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2019 at 2:02 AM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
However you choose to remember the Kemba Walker era in Charlotte, it’s safe to say that it will never be forgotten.
Updated: May. 9, 2019 at 4:32 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
A search of the vehicle turned up cocaine weighing 117 pounds. Officials say the street value of the cocaine was estimated at $6.4 million and is by far the largest drug bust ever in Lincoln County.
Updated: May. 3, 2019 at 4:51 PM EDT
|By Andrew Barnett
Law enforcement officials arrested 82 people and rescued or identified 17 children as victims during a mutually-coordinated operation between eight southeastern states.