Charlotte and Mecklenburg County officials released a statement reassuring the community about their commitment to diversity and distancing local law enforcement from federal immigration activities.

A 41-year-old male inmate died at YCDC after a medical emergency; his identity is undisclosed. SLED is investigating the incident, and the coroner will identify him post family notification.

Gastonia community opens a Warming Center in collaboration with local entities to shelter residents from the cold between November 2025 and March 2026 when temperatures drop below 32 degrees.

Gaston County offers a week of events including a commissioners' meeting, GIS Day, animal-themed events, a "Gilmore Girls" festival, and "Christmas in the City" activities.

Protestors in Charlotte gathered for a second day outside the Department of Homeland Security to oppose Border Patrol activities, with security stopping them from entering the premises.

Charlotte 49ers prepare for a road game against the undefeated Virginia Tech, focusing on overcoming the Hokies' potent offense led by players like Hansberry and Avdalas.

The NWS in Charlotte predicts sunny days ahead, with temperatures ranging from highs in the mid-70s to lows in the 30s, and a chance of rain by Friday night.

Catawba County is encouraging residents to recycle used cooking oil to prevent clogging pipes and to produce biodiesel fuel, with convenient drop-off locations provided.

The 1774 Alexander Rock House in Mecklenburg County received a rare statewide historic significance designation.

Cabarrus County EMS and Atrium Health Cabarrus have initiated a prehospital blood program to provide transfusions at scene or during transport, increasing survival rates for severe blood loss victims.

The People's Market in Charlotte has closed due to staffing shortages and a series of other challenges, including costly repairs and delays in a critical loan. The closures impact the Elizabeth and Myers Park locations, ending plans for expansion.

Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office is searching for a camouflage-clad man named Kurt Jared Wilson, alerting residents to stay indoors and report sightings.

A man died in Catawba County after crashing his Honda Civic into trees off I-40. Speed may have been a factor. He was transported to the hospital but did not survive. The investigation is ongoing.