A Cornelius police officer, Michael Ruballo, was arrested and charged with animal cruelty after a domestic disturbance call. He resigned before the arrest and was released on bond.

Union County faces juvenile gang violence with a drive-by shooting incident involving five charged individuals and a dedicated investigation by local authorities.

Article on Iredell County's 911 telecommunicators describing their critical role, intense training, teamwork, and the emotional challenges they face, emphasizing the importance of their work during emergencies.

The "2024 State of Our Children" report revealed a high number of child abuse investigations, young victims of sexual abuse, and the role of social media in predatory behavior in Cabarrus County.

The York County Sheriff's Office arrested Ja'Quaireous Mobley for a homicide in Rock Hill, SC, where a family member was fatally shot. The investigation is ongoing.

During Creek Week, volunteers in Mecklenburg County collected 20,000 pounds of trash from local waterways, including unexpected items like a chainsaw and a washing machine.

Three suspects with ties to the "South American Theft Group" have been arrested for a high-end burglary in Weddington by a multi-agency law enforcement collaboration.

Sheriff's deputies in Union County seized two kilograms of fentanyl from a car, leading to the arrest of Jesus Osuna-Garcia and Ludy Lopez-Piedra on multiple felonies, with ICE detainers also placed on them.

James E. Avens, Jr. is named the new Police Chief of Matthews with 23 years of experience, after serving as the Interim Chief at Elizabeth City Police Department.

Charlotte Council member Tariq Bokhari resigns to join the Trump administration, endorsing his wife to fill his seat.

Cabarrus County government facilities to close for Good Friday, but parks and post-weekend library services to remain available. The Household Hazardous Waste event is on Saturday, and waste collection continues normally.

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny weather and rising temperatures for Charlotte, with skies clearing over the week and highs reaching the mid-80s by the weekend.

Kannapolis announces a free summer event series with concerts, movies, and fireworks, featuring artists like The Fray and The Marshall Tucker Band, starting May through September.