State filings and a city sign permit suggest Sycamore Brewing will relaunch as Club West Brewing while distancing the business from a co‑founder’s criminal case.

An overnight shooting on David Cox Road in north Charlotte has police investigating; officials released limited details as detectives work the scene.

Travonte Tate pleaded guilty to assaulting a police K9 named Apollo and resisting arrest. He received a five-year sentence for animal cruelty and an eight-year sentence for the latter charge. Apollo has recovered and returned to duty.

A pedestrian was killed in a vehicle collision on Starnes Randall Road in east Charlotte early Monday morning.

Chef Robin Anthony of Prime Fish is a 2026 James Beard semifinalist, a milestone for Charlotte’s rising omakase scene.

Calls to NC gambling helplines jumped nearly 80% after mobile betting launched, straining treatment providers and prompting new training hubs.

Monroe police ended an early-morning standoff after SRT operators used gas and the suspect surrendered. He faces firearm and assault charges.

A CMPD officer sustained non-fatal injuries after a collision while responding to a burglary. The incident resulted in the arrest of two suspects, highlighting the risks faced by law enforcement.

A teen with special needs was found safe in Gastonia during a winter storm thanks to a coordinated rescue effort by local emergency services and a police K-9 named Bo.

Three women in Charlotte face first-degree murder charges for the death of a 6-year-old, Dominique Moody, after alleged prolonged abuse and living in horrific conditions.

Union County is seeking public input on federal funding allocation for the 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan, which involves HUD resources like CDBG funds, to address local needs such as housing and jobs.

Mecklenburg County declares February 2026 as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, promoting the "Real Love Respects" theme and events like Wear Orange Day for education and solidarity.

The Gastonia Fire Department warns of the dangers of carbon monoxide (CO) in homes, advocating for CO alarms and regular maintenance of appliances to prevent poisoning.