A heavy police presence closed the 1500 block of Kelston Place in east Charlotte as CMPD conducted an active investigation; officials had not released details.

Suárez Bakery & Barra will close its Optimist Hall stall on June 30 as the bakery returns focus to its Park Road storefront.

A shooting on Norris Avenue left one person with life‑threatening injuries as police searched a yard behind a home. Investigators are asking for tips.

Carlos Abrahams, owner of Crav'n Caribbean and father of seven, was found dead June 20; his wife confirmed the loss and the family's GoFundMe has been updated.

A 62‑year‑old Danbury homeowner was found dead Monday along N.C. 89; a 30‑year‑old housemate has been charged with murder and an autopsy is scheduled.

Closures and sales dips are reshaping Charlotte’s craft-beer scene. We track the numbers, who’s holding on and which taprooms are adapting.

A Morganton man was sentenced to 18 years after prosecutors say he distributed more than 71 kilograms of meth across Burke and McDowell counties.

SLED has been asked to investigate after a 40-year-old inmate at the York County Detention Center died following a medical emergency. Officials released few details as the probe begins.

Sunny morning gives way to a 30–40% chance of afternoon thunderstorms and gusty winds; highs near 92°F and heat index close to 100°F.

A 20-year-old Cheraw man wanted by probation and parole is in custody after a Chesterfield County stop. Authorities list multiple charges including unlawful firearm possession.

CMPD is investigating a homicide in the 1100 block of Scaleybark Road in south Charlotte. Officials have released few details; detectives are asking for tips.

Cool, mostly dry Saturday gives way to highs near 91°F on Sunday. Scattered storms return Monday evening, possibly disrupting commutes.

Five people were arrested in Kershaw after a search warrant turned up meth, cocaine, fentanyl, firearms and cash. Authorities say the arrests came after a task‑force investigation.