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Lisa Washington

Charlotte

Morning Anchor at WCNC-TV (Charlotte, NC)

Wife, mother, daughter, volunteer, journalist @WCNC. @CAU and @georgetown grad. I ♥️♥️, my family and friends, living life with purpose, and fresh 💐.

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  • 1 month ago | wcnc.com | Lisa Washington

    Hometown Hero Officer Justin Campbell receives a new Hyundai for bravery during a deadly ambush last year. Author: Lisa Washington Published: 11:44 AM EDT May 27, 2025 Updated: 11:44 AM EDT May 27, 2025 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officer who was injured during last year's deadly ambush in east Charlotte was honored as the latest Hyundai Hometown Hero, receiving a new vehicle and recognition for his heroic actions.

  • Jan 21, 2025 | wnep.com | Lisa Washington

    SCRANTON, Pa. — Francesca Orellana said when she came to Penn State Scranton, she knew she wanted to make a difference, "Every since I started, I wanted to make an impact spread the Latin and Hispanic culture here, especially in a place like Dunmore, Pennsylvania." Orellana, a senior, joined fellow Penn State Scranton students, faculty, and staff to remember the life and legacy of Doctor Martin Luther King Junior at the school's annual event.

  • Oct 14, 2024 | wnep.com | Lisa Washington

    SCRANTON, Pa. — Pennsylvania's 8th Congressional District covers Lackawanna, Pike, and Wayne counties and parts of Monroe and Luzerne counties. Democratic Congressman Matt Cartwright is currently serving his sixth term. His Republican challenger is business owner Rob Bresnahan. The candidates agree there is a need to improve workforce development in northeastern Pennsylvania. On the topic of immigration, Cartwright and Bresnahan both support securing the southern border.

  • Aug 27, 2024 | wnep.com | Lisa Washington

    WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — Many people who live on Brookside Street in Wilkes-Barre vividly remember 2011 when two tropical storms hit the area, Irene and Lee, bringing historic rainfall and flooding. After the Weir Lane Pump Station couldn't handle all the water, some residents had to be rescued from their homes by boat. Since then, the pump station has been upgraded, and now it will receive even more upgrades, including a backup generator. Wilkes-Barre Mayor George Brown made the announcement.

  • Aug 21, 2024 | wnep.com | Lisa Washington

    SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Scoring a win on the diamond during the Little League World Series is the wish of every team competing. For their fans, landing a good parking spot is also a victory. Lee Fessler has been parking cars for fans attending the series for the past 15 years, fans who choose paid parking in his yard rather than free parking elsewhere. "No doubt.

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Lisa Washington
Lisa Washington @LisaWashing
2 May 25

BREAKING: House fire and explosion on Lombardy Circle in Dilworth. We have live reports streaming on WCNC+. #Charlotte #Dilworth #Housefire #explosion #WCNC

Richard DeVayne (no longer BLUE checked)
Richard DeVayne (no longer BLUE checked) @devayneTV

A house explodes in Dilworth - more to come on WCNC+ #CFD #explosion #fire #CMPD #clt https://t.co/OevNdUmLZW

Lisa Washington
Lisa Washington @LisaWashing
29 Apr 25

Heads up if you use 485 for your morning commute. Stay with WCNC+ for updates.

WCNC Charlotte
WCNC Charlotte @wcnc

DEVELOPING: A gas leak in Matthews is causing major traffic impacts for the Tuesday morning commute. https://t.co/lfgupMF8Jg

Lisa Washington
Lisa Washington @LisaWashing
28 Apr 25

It was a pleasure to meet #juiicedupreesy one of #Charlotte's #smallbusiness owners. The city is celebrating #31daysofbiz in May. #NorthCarolina

WCNC Charlotte
WCNC Charlotte @wcnc

As National Small Business Month approaches, the city of Charlotte is preparing to showcase local entrepreneurs through its "31 Days of Biz" campaign. @LisaWashing takes a closer look https://t.co/VOqAqdIRQc