Iredell County deputies are investigating after a decomposed body was discovered Friday evening in woods off Turnersburg Highway near Statesville.

A 16‑year‑old Forest Hills High student was arrested after deputies say they traced an Instagram threat to her device. The juvenile faces a felony charge under state law.

South Block opens its Plaza Midwood shop Saturday with a block‑party grand opening, free mini acai bowls for early guests and a live DJ.

Inspectors flagged heavy food debris, dirty dishes and unwashed produce at Shad's Landing, which scored an 89 and a B on an April 9 Mecklenburg County inspection.

Charlotte Fire Department says Engine 7 battled a heavy structure fire early Friday on the 3000 block of Dalecrest Drive; officials are on scene.

A federal appeals court says a Charlotte widow can challenge a $45,000 release she signed after raw sewage flooded her house in February 2022, reviving her claims against the city.

A motorcyclist identified as Nelson Lee Graves was killed after a pickup truck ran a red light and struck his Harley at Stallings Road and Guion Lane; police are investigating.

Charlotte’s Great Westside Fish Fry returns April 18 at the West Complex — organizer Winston Robinson says this edition may be the last at that site.

Robinson Fire assumed command of a working structure fire on the 5400 block of Camp Stewart Road Wednesday evening as Charlotte units assisted. Officials released few details.

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.