Hickory, NC city offices announce Christmas and New Year's closures and service schedule changes, including waste collection delays, library closures, modified rec center hours, and essential services remaining available.

NCDOT announces a temporary closure of U.S. 64 Business at the Albermarle Road overpass in Asheboro for bridge construction, with a detour via the U.S. 64 Bypass and I-73/74.

The National Weather Service forecasts brisk winds, partly sunny skies, and temperatures climbing to 53 degrees in Charlotte, NC, with gusts up to 37 mph.

Doug Wilson was officially sworn in as Mayor of Kannapolis, NC, with Isaiah Payne and Naomi Hatchell as new council members, and Ryan Dayvault as Mayor Pro Tem.

Duke Blue Devils won the ACC Championship against Virginia Cavaliers in overtime with a 27-20 victory, securing their first outright title since 1962.

NWS issued a Dense Fog Advisory in parts of NC, warning of visibility under a quarter mile and advising safe driving practices.

Matthews Police Chief James Avens attended the swearing-in of Charlotte-Mecklenburg's new Chief Estella Patterson, highlighting interdepartmental unity in NC.

Charlotte's CMPD Steele Creek Division hosted their 7th annual Christmas event with festive activities and community engagement to strengthen community bonds.

Darlene visited Firehouse 38 to thank the Charlotte firefighters who saved her during a cardiac arrest, reflecting on the impactful care they provided.

The Kannapolis Christmas Parade is set for Dec. 13, promising festive lights and over a hundred entries, with former Mayor Darrell Hinnant as Grand Marshal.

The Statesville Police Department reported the safe recovery of missing 16-year-old Bryson Isaiah Smyre, thanks to community and Cornelius Police assistance.

The Swanee Theatre in Kannapolis announces a December schedule featuring line dancing, yoga, and musical performances including southern rock, a Journey tribute, and a Salisbury Symphony concert.

Mecklenburg County officially reopened Albemarle Park in Charlotte, with new features like trails and a playground, part of a $1.1 million renovation aimed at community wellbeing.