ESPN announced the new Dick Vitale Invitational college basketball event, featuring Duke vs. Texas, to honor Vitale's legacy and his cancer-free status.

Hickory hosts Larry & Joe for their Sails Original Music Series, featuring a blend of Latin folk and Appalachian music, starting at 7 p.m. on June 13.

A bicyclist was killed in a hit-and-run on SC-55 in York County. The vehicle and driver remain unidentified, and authorities request information from the public.

A shooting occurred at an illegal street takeover in Pineville, wounding one. Police are seeking the shooter; a suspect related to a fight has been detained.

Charlotte Fire is installing free smoke alarms in high-risk areas as part of a North Carolina initiative, aiming to enhance fire safety and reduce fatalities.

Zackery Ryan Gardner was arrested for shooting at neighbors' homes in Lincoln County and faces 10 felony counts of Shooting into an Occupied Property. No injuries were reported. He's detained without bail.

The Catawba County Sheriff's Office announced upcoming court appearances for suspects arrested on June 5, via Facebook. Details of the arrests remain undisclosed.

Carol Mecimore has been appointed as Lincoln County's new 911 Communications Manager starting June 14, 2025, bringing over 30 years of public safety experience.

The repurposing of Linwood Springs Golf Course into a public park in Gastonia is progressing with Phase I near completion, providing amenities and green space for community use.

Sheriff's Office identifies Izaiah Mitchell as person of interest in mass shooting and seeks help in locating him, underscoring he's armed and dangerous.

Charlotte is preparing for the Taste of Charlotte Festival, featuring local food and The Savannah Bananas entertainment. CATS announces route changes for Bus Routes 1, 7, 8, 16, 22, 26, and 34 due to the event.

Mecklenburg County approved a $2.5 billion budget for FY2026, increasing funding for education, economic development, and health. The property tax rate rose slightly to 49.27 cents per $100 of assessed value.

Kannapolis offers entertainment starting June 2 with events like The Fray in concert, Cannon Ballers baseball, fireworks, $2 movie matinees, and a farmers market.