A high-speed chase ensued after Monroe police attempted to stop a reportedly stolen vehicle, resulting in the arrest of the driver. No injuries were reported.

A bicyclist, Donald Steven Ricker, was killed in a hit-and-run in Catawba County. Authorities are searching for a Ford truck or Mustang involved in the incident.

Charlotte County begins its shorebird/seabird nesting season on Feb. 15, establishing protected areas to ensure the survival of local species like the Wilson's plover and black skimmer.

Charlotte's Solid Waste Services will collect waste as usual on Presidents’ Day, with no schedule changes. Residents are reminded to place bins out by 6 a.m. and can use the GeoPortal for information.

The Gastonia Police Department reported the safe recovery of 84-year-old Thomas Waterson, who has dementia and was missing.

Charlotte man gets 54 months in prison and lifetime supervision for possessing child sexual abuse material. He must also pay $17,000 under a victim assistance act after an investigation led to his guilty plea.

Rico Pagan from Gastonia was arrested again for animal cruelty and dogfighting after police found ill dogs on his lot, despite a ban from owning dogs following a 2021 incident.

The National Weather Service forecasts rainy weather and potential flooding in Charlotte, with overcast skies and temperatures around 40°F to 63°F. Clearing is expected by Washington's Birthday.

A fire on Interface Lane in Charlotte was contained to a balcony, displacing two residents and causing $11,000 in damages; it was an accidental fire caused by hot embers.

Two individuals died in a head-on collision in Burke County, North Carolina. Gregory Huffman and Charles Kistler Jr. were the victims. Speed and lack of seatbelt use were contributing factors.

Florida's Emergency Management launches "Elevate Florida," a program to help residents fortify homes against natural disasters, with a focus on those previously affected.

Charlotte's weather will be cloudy today with possible showers and a peak of 61°F. Winds may reach 30 mph tonight. The week ahead will see varying temperatures, potential rain showers, and steady winds, with clearer skies by Friday.

A body found in Southwest Charlotte sparked a death investigation near two schools. Meanwhile, in Catawba County, a man was charged with concealment of a death.