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.

The National Weather Service forecasts scattered showers and potential severe thunderstorms for Charlotte and nearby areas, warning of strong storms with damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes.

The Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office warns of scammers impersonating cops, targeting locals with fake warrants and demanding cryptocurrency payments. They advise verifying such claims directly with the agency.

Boy Scout Troop 337 members visited Sheriff Darren Campbell to give homemade treats, symbolizing community appreciation and youth engagement with local law enforcement.

Kannapolis is hosting a free document shredding event for residents to protect their personal information from identity theft on April 12 at Village Park.

FEMA specialists offer free advice at Port Charlotte Home Depot to help residents reinforce their homes against future storms.

Leopold Rob Finley, 45, from North Carolina, received a 48-month prison sentence for possessing ammunition in a "ghost gun" following a December 2022 traffic stop.

Charlotte County is upgrading traffic signals at Quesada Avenue and Forrest Nelson Boulevard overnight, with work from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Officials will assist in directing traffic. Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid delays.

Wildfires in North Carolina and South Carolina continue to spread, with over 300 personnel fighting the blazes. One firefighter was injured, while the Fish Hook fire is 72% contained.