Monroe Police highlighted officers' work beyond traditional policing on Facebook, acknowledging their community-focused roles and unheralded acts of service.

Concord city services will have altered hours around Thanksgiving, with closures on the holiday and the following day, and delayed sanitation services.

CBP's "Charlotte's Web" operation in North Carolina has caused confusion and mixed reactions, with unclear detainee information and contradictory statements from officials.

Rock Hill adjusts park hours for fall/winter season, with closures during Thanksgiving. Parks operate from 7 AM to 9 PM starting Nov 1; closed early on Nov 27 and certain facilities on Nov 27-28. Normal hours resume on Nov 28.

Mecklenburg County handed out 1,000 frozen turkeys and side dishes to residents impacted by SNAP disruptions and food insecurity, with further aid detailed at MeckNC.gov/Food.

Gastonia's City Council induction ceremony is scheduled for December 1, 2025, with Jennifer M. Stepp and others to be sworn in at the County Courthouse.

A shooting at Concord's Tree Lighting Ceremony left multiple injured, with three in critical condition and one stable; police are investigating the incident.

Cherryville fire at a commercial business quickly controlled by local fire departments, with no mention of injuries or significant damage. Fire declared accidental by Gaston County officials.

Concord Police have charged three individuals after a shooting at their Tree Lighting Ceremony, which resulted from an altercation between known parties.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's food drive collected $1,300 and 1,200 pounds of food for families in need, delving into community support as holidays near.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg CIT honored frontline responders for their work in mental health crises, awarding individuals like Rachel Thornton and Chris Peters for their contributions.

Les Corey Peak was sentenced to 20 years in prison for running a drug ring from prison, dealing in fentanyl and meth; accomplice Rice got over 28 years.

The Statesville Police Department is hosting a "Fill the Trailer Toy Drive" at Walmart on November 22 to benefit local families, with donations also accepted via an Amazon Wish List.