Happy Puppy Universe in Charlotte was closed due to animal welfare violations and the death of 11 puppies; North Carolina authorities require documentation for sold pets, with potential fines for non-compliance.

Charlotte's National Weather Service forecasts a sunny start with potential weekend storms, advising residents to be prepared for changing conditions.

An officer-involved shooting in Wingate during a domestic disturbance call resulted in one individual being injured and hospitalized; the North Carolina SBI is investigating, and officials report no ongoing threat.

A 16-year-old boy was killed in a northeast Charlotte shooting, with three children and two women unharmed. The CMPD is investigating the incident; no arrests have been made.

PSA Airlines flight attendants at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport plan to protest for better wages, with a possible strike looming amid stalled contract negotiations.

Concord's Fire Department is offering free CPR classes with AHA certification for those 9 and older, aiming to improve community emergency response skills. Classes are at Fire Stations 8 and 9, with sign-ups via Google Docs.

Kimberly Brown died in a car crash on I-40 in Catawba County; her vehicle hit a guardrail, then a tree. Causes remain unclear; no signs of speed or impairment.

Charlotte, NC is set to experience a mix of sunshine and potential showers, with mostly sunny skies today and a slight chance of thunderstorms. The rest of the week will see sunny to partly cloudy days and occasional chances of rain.

A harmful algae bloom (HAB) of cyanobacteria was discovered in a Lake Wylie cove by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services staff. Residents are advised to avoid contact with the water.

Milton McKnight was arrested by CMPD in connection to a homicide, facing charges including murder and first-degree burglary. His arrest concludes a manhunt and begins the legal process.

Six juveniles robbed a Charlotte cannabis dispensary, assaulting an employee and stealing goods. The police apprehended five suspects, charging them with robbery and related crimes.

Avelo Airlines adds nonstop routes from Concord, NC to San Juan, West Palm Beach, and Albany, with services starting in October and introductory fares from $57.

Charlotte Pride Festival partners with Mecklenburg County Public Health to create a smoke-free zone, prioritizing health amid heightened tobacco usage in the LGBTQ+ community.