Lincoln County urges water conservation as the Catawba-Wateree River Basin enters a Stage 0 drought watch, calling for voluntary measures to prevent future shortages.

After a house fire in Rock Hill, the bodies of a man and a girl were found, with the cause under investigation.

Lincoln County is experiencing a vendor-related internet and phone outage that affects most government departments. Services are disrupted, with efforts underway to restore connectivity.

Iredell County Sheriff's deputies trained in using ROVs for search and recovery on Lake Norman, enhancing their underwater operation skills for emergencies.

Charlotte released 14 Draft Community Area Plans, part of the larger Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Plan, detailing urban design and transportation recommendations, seeking public feedback.

Main Street in Monroe will be closed for a sewer system project between Franklin and Windsor Streets from April 15-17 with alternative dates April 22-24 for local traffic only.

Rebecca Oxendine was charged with murder in Charlotte for the shooting of Loren Dudley in January. Robbery is also linked to the incident. A 4-year-old died in a motorcycle accident, leading to discussions on child passenger safety.

The Concord Fire Marshal lifted the local burn ban, now allowing fires in approved containers. Restrictions and safety tips were emphasized in the announcement.

A Cornelius library hosted a panel where experts discussed Chinese art's past and present, offering literature recommendations and highlighting an upcoming lecture on Chinese bronzes.

Man steals forklift and uses it to carry away stolen truck in Rowan County, with both suspects facing charges.

A middle school teacher in Rock Hill, Doug MacAlpine, was arrested and charged with six counts of sexual exploitation of minors; the charges do not involve district students.

Mecklenburg County schedules dredging operations for Park Road Park's pond starting April 16th, aiming to improve water quality and safety by removing sediment and debris. The project will not require pond draining and the park will remain open.

A fatal three-vehicle crash in Gastonia resulted in one death and three serious injuries; speed might have played a role, with possible street racing cited by a witness.