The Gaston County FAST Team works with various agencies to arrest individuals with outstanding warrants for violent crimes and recidivist activities, including Clay Wray for assault and Alberto Costa-Soto for sex offenses with a minor.

The Western District of North Carolina's U.S. Attorney convened an annual meeting on health care fraud, emphasizing team efforts to combat scams affecting taxpayers.

Charlotte's small business community is celebrated with the Crowns of Enterprise Awards nominations. The 15th anniversary highlights the importance of small businesses to the region's growth, offering networking and recognition across six categories.

Traffic delays expected on US 52 South in Forsyth County due to pothole repairs near mile marker 109, with the left lane closure from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday.

A Hunter Huss High teacher, Victoria Lynn Powell, has been charged with indecent liberties with a minor and was suspended with pay pending investigation.

The City of Concord honored 63 graduates of the Concord 101 program, recognizing their commitment to understanding city operations and readiness to serve as leaders.

Hickory Public Library hosts a "Kwanzaa for Community" event at Ridgeview Branch with storytelling by Donna Washington, focusing on Kwanzaa's cultural significance.

The N.C. Department of Transportation has awarded a $2.4 million contract to rejuvenate the Gold Hill Road bridge, with work set to begin by December and complete by 2026, followed by landscaping until 2027.

A vehicle collided with an electric scooter in Charlotte, resulting in the death of the rider, Timothy Medina. The CMPD is investigating the incident, with toxicology results pending for Medina.

Deputies in Alexander County arrested Ethan Trae Kistler for possession of a stolen vehicle and meth, among other misdemeanors, acting on a tip-off about the vehicle.

An 18-year-old named Evangeline Mancera was shot dead at Palmetto Place Apartments in Lancaster, SC; police are investigating without leads on suspects yet.

Charlotte police investigate a homicide after an early Sunday morning assault with a deadly weapon; one person died, another critically injured. Public assistance is sought.

Mecklenburg County officials brace for Iryna’s Law's impact on the criminal justice system, facing challenges with increased workload, jail capacity, and the need for funding.