Governor Josh Stein offers a $25,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in the 2003 cold case murder of 6-year-old Chance Smith in Stanly County, North Carolina.

Morning showers in Charlotte will give way to clearer skies with highs of 81°F. A mostly clear evening is expected with a low of 56°F. Stable weather with sunny days and clear nights will continue throughout the week.

Matthews, NC held "Life Savers Day" to honor first responders, highlighted by local police gratitude for community support, showing strong civic bonds.

A deadly shooting in Hickory left one man dead and another injured Friday night. Police have arrested suspect Lamonte Keshawn Ramseur, 23, of Newton, who now faces a murder charge as the investigation continues.

Two men, Pankaj and Anilkumar Patel, were killed in Charlotte, and suspect Alvaro Ozuna-Sierra has been arrested in Florida. The CMPD is investigating and appeals for public assistance.

The National Weather Service predicts mostly sunny days with gradually rising temperatures in Charlotte, including highs in the low 80s and potential evening showers midweek.

Two individuals were killed in a northwest Charlotte shooting, now being investigated as a homicide. The incident happened near Eddleman Road and I-85. No arrests have been made.

Two Kershaw residents were apprehended for fentanyl trafficking in Lancaster County, facing multiple charges after controlled purchases and a property search by officials.

Randy Dozier was promoted to Captain in the Concord NC Fire Department after more than 20 years of service. He is assigned to Engine Co. 9 on C-Shift.

A shooting in Charlotte's Central Division on Metropolitan Avenue resulted in one fatality, with authorities actively investigating and seeking public assistance.

Union County law enforcement officers rappelled off Raleigh's 19-story Pendo Building to support Special Olympics North Carolina, raising funds and awareness for local athletes.

Lincolnton Police seek public help to locate an unidentified missing person, urging anyone with information to call 704-736-8900 and emphasizing the importance of community assistance.

The Catawba County Firefighters Museum will hold a Community Day on October 11 with tours, activities, and free food to honor first responders and celebrate firefighting history.