A tractor-trailer fire on I-77 near Westinghouse Blvd in Charlotte caused northbound lane closures, creating significant delays. No injuries reported; travelers were advised to seek alternate routes.

A 16-year-old is charged with the murder of Aryan Jaswal, 17, after a welfare check led to the discovery of Jaswal's body in August. The suspect was arrested in South Carolina.

Charlotte, NC is set to have a week of sunny days with warming temperatures, reaching highs in the 70s, according to the National Weather Service forecast.

Inmate Christopher Greer escaped from Caldwell Correctional but was recaptured hours later near the prison. His escape and quick capture contrast with three fugitives from Chesterfield County who remain at large.

An Indian man was sentenced to 5 years for running a $20 million fraud scheme with fake crypto exchange sites, co-opting real accounts and luxury purchases.

Election officials will address early voting in Asheville affected by Hurricane Helene at a conference, to assist residents in the 2024 general election.

A Gastonia man is indicted for laundering over $380,000 as part of a wire fraud scheme, with allegations of funneling funds to foreign entities and crypto wallets.

A portion of Kevitt Boulevard in Port Charlotte is closed for use as a disaster debris management site, starting from October 15 between N. Access Road and Grouse Avenue, causing local traffic detours.

The article details the heroism of Charlotte Fire Department's Engine 15 in responding to a shooting where U.S. Marshals were ambushed, resulting in officer casualties.

Terrell Eugene Giddens faces murder and attempted murder charges after a road rage shooting in Catawba County left one man dead; his three children in the car were unharmed. Giddens was arrested with no bond.

Gastonia police officer Matthew Whisnant saved an injured dog named Paco, who was shot in the hind leg, by providing first aid and rushing it to a clinic.

A mother was shot dead in Chester County, and her son arrested after using a drone and K9 units to track him down. He faces murder and firearms charges.

Charlotte police are searching for 15-year-old E'shaunia Thompson, missing since October 9, after being seen at a local dumpling restaurant. She has an untreated arm injury, and authorities are concerned for her safety.