Columbia, SC : Questions in deadly construction accident on Friday, February 3rd 2017

Good morning everybody. It's Christine Sperow in the WBTV Newsroom. Today is Friday, February 3. Here is a first look at the stories we're following and getting new details on now on WBTV News This Morning from 4:30-9:00 a.m. on WBTV and Bounce TV.

What happened in the moments leading to a deadly construction site accident in Charlotte? That's what we're asking officials after an object fell on top of a man on Vagabond Road. WBTV's Micah Smith will have details on what she found out. Make sure you catch her live report right at 5 a.m.

LIVE: A chance for students to go to education workshops for the CIAA is in jeopardy. Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools is struggling to pay for it and students could miss learning about scholarships and college opportunities. WBTV's Mark Davenport has a live report with more details.

Three people are in jail this morning, following a three year-long drug investigation in Rowan County tied to a Mexican Cartel.

CONSUMER ALERT: This is one story you don't want to miss today. The Charlotte Better Business Bureau has given us the list of the five worst businesses in our area. That means they got an "F" rating because they ignored or didn't resolve customer complaints.

NEW at 6 a.m.: We have a neat story about how selfies are going to the next level with the use of drones. You'll get to see how they work.

WEATHER CHANGES: First thing I noticed driving to work this morning, the roads are wet. Seems like we got some rain overnight while you were sleeping. Is more rain in the future to impact our day? Meteorologist Al Conklin has the most accurate look at your First Alert Weather.

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Questions in deadly construction accident