Charlotte is seeking public input for its police chief search through an online survey, aiming to involve the community in shaping the CMPD's leadership as the city grows and crime rates fall.

Lincoln County's drought ends as the Catawba-Wateree River Basin returns to normal levels, and the local government thanks residents for adhering to conservation efforts. Officials continue to monitor water conditions.

Retired Charlotte firefighters maintain their bond and camaraderie by meeting monthly, sharing stories and support, emphasizing the lasting brotherhood beyond their service years.

A motorcyclist, Mycle Ryan Bruce, died on an I-85 off-ramp after his Harley-Davidson crashed and he was ejected. The ramp was closed for hours for investigation.

A former court clerk and youth volleyball coach in Mecklenburg County is accused of buying explicit materials of minors, using Instagram for transactions.

Gaston County Police are investigating Gabriel D. McSwain for sexual assault against a minor, facing multiple offenses, including statutory rape and child exploitation. He's held on a $500,000 bond.

Rock Hill received two IEDC Excellence in Economic Development Awards for The Thread and University Center projects, recognized for real estate redevelopment and a public-private partnership.

The West Boulevard corridor overcame food access issues by creating the community-owned Three Sisters Market, highlighting local resilience and the desire for food sovereignty.

Vanessa Smith, a first-grade teacher, received the Milken Educator Award and a $25,000 prize for her outstanding teaching and leadership in education.

Gaston County has a week full of events including a high school soccer cup, the NC BeachBlast Festival, a genealogy fair, a volunteer summit, a pet adoption day, and a Superheroes Night to honor local service personnel.

Huntersville Fire Department extinguished a gasoline-fueled vehicle fire on I-77, causing traffic delays. No injuries reported; cause under investigation.

The National Weather Service anticipates a heatwave in Charlotte, NC, with high humidity and temperatures reaching the low 90s and heat index up to 100. Thunderstorms are expected later in the week.

A water main break in Uptown Charlotte led to the closure of 6th Street, evacuation of The Dunhill Hotel, and locals without water for hours as repairs began.