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Crime & Emergencies in ...
Cornelius police and fire crews recovered a missing boater's body from Lake Norman off Henderson Road; the family has been notified.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Queen City Quarter — the former EpiCentre in Uptown Charlotte — will be listed for sale again, with brokers and city leaders watching whether a new owner can revive the block.
Food & Drinks in ...
Fenian's Keep has posted signage in NoDa and is shaping up as a drinks-first, budget-friendly Irish pub from the team behind Brigid’s. The site lists a "Coming Soon" signup.
Community & Society in ...
A North Carolina autopsy found a 0.14% blood‑alcohol level and THC in LendingTree founder Doug Lebda after his Oct. 12 ATV crash; the examiner listed the death as accidental.
Miki’s Restaurant in Matthews announced a sudden permanent closure citing “unforeseen circumstances.” The longtime eatery’s final day is March 15, 2026.
Cornelius police executed a March 10 search warrant and seized 26 firearms, including an altered Glock with a conversion switch, plus a large drug haul; one person was arrested.
Two people were rushed to the hospital after a midday stabbing on Cove Creek Drive in northeast Charlotte; officials have released few details.
CoStar data shows Charlotte's retail asking rents have crossed the national average as vacancies tighten and investors return.
Matthews police say a 24-year-old Charlotte man is wanted after an alleged assault and gun threat at an InTown Suites; warrants were issued Monday.
Weather & Environment in ...
Cloudy and unseasonably warm Tuesday with highs near 82°F and late‑day storm chances. A strong front late Wednesday brings rain and gusty winds.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Spring-break crowds and a TSA staffing pinch left passengers facing long waits and dozens of delayed flights at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Dense fog will slow Charlotte's Monday commute; highs near 78°F today, then warmer midweek before a cooler front.
Muggy, mostly cloudy Sunday with showers and thunderstorms likely this afternoon. Gusty winds possible, especially near I-77.
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