Mecklenburg County and The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte began expanding the Center of Hope shelter, funded by over $3 million from ARPA, city funds, and private donations.

Mecklenburg County Public Health in Charlotte reports an uptick in mpox cases, advising vaccination and highlighting symptoms like fever, headaches, and rashes.

Firefighters responded to a three-alarm fire at south Charlotte apartments early Thursday, with no injuries reported and the American Red Cross assisting displaced residents.

Monroe achieves Certified Smart Site status, enhancing its appeal for tech, manufacturing, and logistics sectors and boosting economic development prospects.

Two Nigerian men received 30-month prison sentences for a multi-million dollar money laundering scheme that targeted the elderly and businesses from 2020 to 2023. They must also pay over $4.6 million in restitution.

Suzanne Howard is named Special Guest for Concord's 97th Christmas Parade, marking her decades of involvement. She will not co-host this year but will ride in the parade.

Mecklenburg County announces closures of various county offices and services on November 27-28 for Thanksgiving, but parks remain open and urgent service hotlines will operate.

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.