The new Firehouse 30 in Charlotte was officially opened with a traditional uncoupling ceremony, replacing the temporary "Grandma's House" station after over 30 years.

The Charlotte City Council began 2026 with new members and committees focused on housing, transportation, and other city challenges, offering updates through #MeetingMinutes on Facebook.

Lincoln County opens applications for part of the multimillion-dollar opioid settlements to support local treatment and recovery programs amidst a severe addiction crisis.

Billy Howey Road over East Fork Twelve Mile Creek is closing for bridge repairs next week, with a detour via New Town Road, Potter Road, and Pleasant Grove Road for approximately five weeks.

A Charlotte man has been sentenced to 70 months in prison for participating in a mail theft conspiracy, resulting in over $1.6 million in stolen checks.

A fatal crash in Charlotte's Eastway Division left one dead and two critically injured. The accident involved a stolen Kia Forte hitting a pole and a tree, with speed being a key factor. Investigation continues with a call for witnesses.

Charlotte, NC experiences a foggy morning with visibility at four miles, but it's expected to clear for partly sunny skies and a high of 65 degrees. Winds could gust up to 28 mph.

Mecklenburg County is hosting the 2026 Senior Games and SilverArts from March to May, offering athletic and artistic competitions for seniors aged 50 and up. Registration is open with discounted early bird fees.

Hickory Public Library revamps its 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program, encouraging early reading through rewards and tracking progress via an app or paper logs, with kick-off events at local branches.

Summer Nicole Foster is wanted by the York County Sheriff's Office for financial crimes including larceny and fraud between October 15 and November 7, 2025.

Smith Road at Parks Creek to be closed for drainpipe repairs starting 8:30 a.m. Monday, with detours in place for about two weeks.

I-40 West in Davie County will have overnight closures for bridge construction, with detours via Exit 180 and nearby roads. The Davie County Rest Area will also be closed during these times.

Salisbury Police Department warns against celebratory gunfire, emphasizing the danger and illegality of the practice, and promotes firearm safety on social media.