An early‑morning shooting near Freedom Drive left one person critically injured, medics say. Police are investigating the incident in west Charlotte.

Surveillance video shows gunfire at Tacos El Nevado in east Charlotte; a bullet struck the front door and diners ducked for cover.

CMPD posted that an officer faces assault on a female and misdemeanor domestic-violence charges; the department released few details about the incident.

A York County resident matched all five Cash 5 numbers with a $1 ticket bought at a Pineville Food Lion and claimed about $344,450 after taxes. The win came from the March 24 drawing.

Charlotte‑based Lucid Bots raised $20M and is evaluating additional manufacturing space as orders surge for its Sherpa cleaning drones and Lavo pressure‑washing robots.

Sheriff Garry McFadden tapped retired CMPD Sgt. Ricky Robbins as Mecklenburg County’s new chief deputy; Robbins will oversee courts and field operations beginning April 1.

A Mooresville woman was arrested in March and charged with two counts of felony indecent liberties with a child; deputies say a Feb. 17 report prompted the investigation.

CATS will begin construction this spring on a new South End Blue Line station; expect single‑tracking, an April shutdown and Rail Trail detours.

A bathroom fire at Ashbrook High in Gastonia forced a midday evacuation but caused no injuries. Police contained the blaze quickly and are asking for tips.

A loaded .380 pistol and a knife were seized from a 5-year-old’s backpack at Harrisburg Elementary in Indian Land; deputies are investigating.

Caldwell County deputies say a traffic stop in Granite Falls turned up about 40 grams of meth; two people were arrested and are being held without bond.

A Nebo man was arrested after deputies found a dead woman and occupants living without running water amid 16 dogs, county officials say.

Mestiza Steakhouse is set to replace Gianni’s longtime Union Street home in downtown Concord while Gianni’s has relocated to Gibson Mill. The incoming spot promises steaks and classic sides.