Marquis Bynum of Charlotte was sentenced to 12 years for possessing child sexual abuse material and violating federal release, with lifetime supervision and a sex offender registry to follow.

The Charlotte Fire Department is recruiting new firefighters, announcing hiring phases and information sessions starting in June, with applications opening July 1st.

Gaston County Police seek help solving the theft of a lawn mower trailer and scrap copper from a Bessemer City backyard. They released a video of a suspect and request information, referencing case 2025-00036176.

Charlotte plans to donate unclaimed transit system electronics to help victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. A City Council meeting on June 23, 2025, will decide on the policy.

Charlotte's waste collection services are suspended on Juneteenth, with pickups rescheduled for the following days. Residents can confirm changes via My Charlotte Lookup or text updates.

Charlotte Firehouse 21 crew unexpectedly delivered a baby, Leilani Chavis, who was born prematurely and weighed only 1 pound 7 ounces. After intensive care, she survived against long odds and met her rescuers on Father's Day.

Thousands rallied in Uptown Charlotte for the "No Kings" march against ICE and Trump policies, leading to road closures. Two protesters were arrested post-event, with CMPD using OC spray in one instance.

The Concord City Council passed a $382 million budget for FY 2025-2026, holding property taxes steady and funding transportation, parks, and housing projects.

Toney Louis Young was charged with Felony Death by Distribution after Danna Kuhnle was found dead from a suspected drug overdose, which was later confirmed as an overdose by a medical examiner.

A sixth person, Charles Rodell Kincaid III, has been charged with attempted first-degree murder in connection with a Catawba County mass shooting at a house party.

Charlotte faces a week of showers and thunderstorms, with a 60% chance of rain and high humidity. Temp highs in the mid-80s are expected, but outdoor plans may be disrupted due to weather inconsistency.

Charlotte's weather is sunny with a high near 87°F, calm winds, and mild conditions, though there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the coming days.

Gastonia, NC, surpasses 85,000 residents; Gaston County exceeds 240,000 according to the U.S. Census Bureau estimates, indicating continuous population growth.