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.

CMPD says homicide detectives are investigating an active case in the Independence Division. Officials asked residents to preserve video and share tips with investigators.

High Point Police Detective David Rosser, 42, has died after a medical emergency, the Gaston County Police Department said. He was known locally as a bagpiper who performed at memorials.

Amina, led by chef Chianti Peek, will open in Uptown Charlotte in early April 2026 with East African 6Mediterranean sharables, wood-fired flatbreads and cocktails.