A 70-year-old man in Iredell County confessed to murdering his wife and was arrested; the wife was found with a gunshot wound. Evidence was collected and the man is held without bond.

A juvenile was arrested for setting a fire at a north Charlotte Harris Teeter, causing $500,000 damage. The store is reopening after the blaze, which took firefighters 70 minutes to control.

Gastonia confirmed Jim Amaral as the new Public Utilities Director and Dusty Wentz as the new Director of Public Services, realigning department responsibilities.

BHS Corrugated North America is opening a new 25,000-square-foot Experience Center in Charlotte, with over 50 new jobs expected. The center will focus on innovation and customer experience in the corrugated industry.

A road rage incident in York County led to a shooting and arrest with no injuries. The conflict caused traffic disruption on Highway 5 and is under investigation.

Three Cherryville residents were arrested in Gaston County for numerous meth-related charges after a multi-agency probe that seized over 5 pounds of meth and eight firearms.

Mecklenburg County's proposed $2.5 billion budget for FY2026 prioritizes education, health, and community services with a modest funding increase and a slight property tax rate uptick.

ICE agents detained a man near a school in East Charlotte, sparking community concerns about safety and the impact on students during testing week. Additional counseling was provided and local opinions criticized the ICE action.

Charlotte's weather forecast includes a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, patchy fog overnight, and a sunny end to the week with temperatures reaching up to 91 degrees.

Matthews Town Manager Becky Hawke presented a $41.3 million budget for FY 2025-2026, with a property tax and stormwater fee increase to fund growth-related projects and services.

Detention Officer Justin Bradley was named Officer of the Quarter by Sheriff Eddie Cathey, celebrated for his exceptional work at UCSO Detention Center during Detention Officer Appreciation Week.

Charlotte's local lakes are ready for summer, with safety officials urging residents to sign up for swim advisories regarding water quality and safety.

Gaston County announces a week of diverse community events, including the Main Street Farmers Market, commissioner meetings, a library Spring Carnival, conservation activities, and BEEtopia 2025.