The PSCSC approved rate hikes for Duke Energy customers in South Carolina, impacting 660,000 users with an 8.7% bill increase by 2024 and an additional 4.3% by 2026.

Emergency teams respond to a small plane crash in McDowell County amidst challenging terrain and fog, with search efforts underway as the public is asked to avoid the area.

Hurricane Beryl and heavy rain caused numerous flight delays and cancellations at Charlotte Douglas International Airport during the Independence Day weekend, affecting passengers' travel plans.

North Carolina A&T State University is recognized by Money magazine as America's most affordable doctoral research university for the second year, with a full price of $20,100 for 2024-25.

A 78-year-old woman died in a head-on collision on Highway 9 near Lancaster, South Carolina. The crash involved her Honda sedan and a Nissan SUV, whose occupants were injured. An investigation is ongoing.

A large fire in a Charlotte apartment complex caused by an unattended candle damaged 24 units and resulted in minor injuries to six people, including a firefighter.

A man named Noel Cruz was fatally shot outside a Nashville bakery in what appears to be a targeted attack. Authorities are investigating the incident involving multiple gunmen.

A man died from a fireworks explosion after placing it on his head during a Fourth of July celebration in Summerville, leading to an ongoing investigation.

Escaped inmate Billy Fletcher was captured in South Carolina after escaping from Carter County Detention Center work detail. He awaits extradition back to Carter County.

Post-July 4th celebrations in Charlotte saw a series of shootings that injured four people, with multiple incidents leading to life-threatening injuries, occurring across various neighborhoods.

A heat advisory is in effect for the Piedmont region due to high temperatures and humidity, with heat index values potentially reaching 108. The NWS warns of heat-related illnesses and urges precautions. Thunderstorms may offer limited relief.

Police are searching for a suspect in a series of armed robberies at Charlotte Starbucks locations, including an incident on Forest Pine Drive. The suspect, who has hit multiple stores, remains at large.

A routine check by North Carolina State Highway Patrol triggered a police chase leading to a fatal collision involving a FedEx truck and the death of a passenger. The driver was charged with multiple felonies.