A 37-year-old Hudson County man wanted in a New Jersey homicide was arrested in Mecklenburg County and has waived extradition to face charges in Hudson County.

A Charlotte man was sentenced to federal prison for bank fraud conspiracy and aggravated identity theft tied to a stolen‑check operation, prosecutors say.

Huntersville will take over local electric operations in July 2026 and is hiring an Electric Systems Director and crews for a new Huntersville Electric department.

An Irish-inspired pub, The Craic opens April 15 in SouthPark with a 31-tap bar, all-day brunch and a snug-style dining room.

TD Bank has bought naming rights to Ballantyne’s outdoor music stage, rebranding it TD Amp Ballantyne and sponsoring a $15 ticket initiative to widen access.

Summit Farms, led by Summit Coffee, cleared site approvals this spring and will bring a working farm, village market, Summit roastery and homes to east Davidson over a phased rollout.

Charlotte doulas say new data show steep racial gaps in infant and maternal outcomes and they are pressing for Medicaid coverage and stronger postpartum supports.

Jamie McMurray trimmed $1M off his Lake Norman estate this week, cutting the asking price to about $10.995M after months on the market.

Sunny Monday with highs near 67°F. Dry air arrives midweek; outdoor burning is dangerous and a statewide ban remains in effect.

A person was shot Saturday in the 6000 block of Pineburr Road near Monroe Road and was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries as police investigate.

Patchy fog and heavy showers will complicate the Charlotte commute today; expect gusty southwest winds and highs near 73°F.

A food-truck favorite is opening its first permanent location in downtown Kings Mountain on April 9 with brisket, ribs and smoked sides.

Local builders say AI data‑center buying and global supply shocks have doubled some RAM and storage prices, adding roughly $200 to typical PC builds.