An elderly man, Jimmie Earl Yancey, died after his Nissan Rogue hit a tree in Catawba County. The crash, not involving speed or alcohol, is under investigation.

One man died and another is critically injured after a shooting in downtown Salisbury. Donald James Krajnyak was identified as the victim. Alexus Bost was arrested and charged with murder and attempted murder.

A woman was killed by her boyfriend in Gastonia, NC; the suspect, Phillip Byers Jr., faces multiple charges including murder and firearm possession by a felon.

Two shootings in north Charlotte left two individuals with life-threatening injuries, with investigations ongoing to determine if the incidents are connected.

The Mecklenburg County DA's Office reported 27 convictions in court last week, with cases including larceny, drug trafficking, and firearm possession.

A man died in Catawba County after his car ran a red light and was hit by a truck, injuring four others, with no charges expected as impairment was ruled out.

A screening of "Repairing the World," a film about the Tree of Life synagogue attack, was held by the U.S. Attorney's Office in North Carolina as part of "United Against Hate" Week.

A tree fell on a Charlotte home due to Hurricane Helene, killing one and injuring another, with children unharmed. A Tornado Watch and flood warning were issued for the region.

Charlotte prepares for Hurricane Helene; emergency teams are developing strategies for road clearance to ensure access for first responders, with updates provided to the public.

North Carolina prepares for Hurricane Helene by deploying swift water rescue teams and declaring a state of emergency due to anticipated floods and landslides.

Gaston County reports its fifth rabies case of 2024 after a dead raccoon tests positive for the virus. Officials emphasize pet vaccination importance.

Tammy Wade from Gaston County won $217,105 from a $2 Fast Play lottery ticket purchased at Tom’s Family Mart, claiming 20% of the $1.09 million jackpot. She took home $155,231 after taxes.

The National Weather Service predicts variable weather for Charlotte this week, including fog, thunderstorms, and heavy rain, with a hazardous weather outlook due to a potential tropical system.