A Pineville officer shot and killed a suspect in a parking lot incident; the officer is on leave pending investigations by local police and the NCSBI.

A series of crashes on Beatties Ford Road in Huntersville due to icy conditions left one seriously injured; the road was deemed very slick and multiple agencies responded.

Amazon opens a new facility in Kannapolis, promising to deliver products within five hours and create 100 jobs. Mayor Hinnant welcomes the expansion of Amazon's presence in the city.

The Charlotte Fire Department successfully held a coat drive for kids in need, collaborating with WSOC-TV's Coats for Kids campaign and collecting hundreds of coats.

Keep Charlotte Beautiful hosts a Tire Amnesty Day in Charlotte County to allow residents to dispose of up to 12 car and truck tires for free, prompting eco-friendly waste management.

Lt. William Oxendine, a paramedic and firefighter, died in a vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 52. His death has deeply affected the Stanly County community.

One person died and another was injured in an early morning car crash at the Valleyview Apartments in east Charlotte. The accident occurred around predawn hours, and details on the cause are pending investigation.

A gas leak closed West Arrowood Road in southwest Charlotte, with repairs expected to take up to 24 hours. Commuters were advised to find alternate routes.

Hope Vergara, a 26-year-old woman from Lincoln County, was found dead after a large search following her disappearance. Her death is under investigation.

A water main break closed Fairview Road near Charlotte's SouthPark, with a 4-6 hour repair estimate from Charlotte Water and traffic redirected by police.

Charlotte Fire Department launches Battalion 9 with Chiefs Brown, Clymer, and Smith, enhancing emergency response for the city's growing population from January 4, 2025.

The National Weather Service reports a cold morning in Charlotte, NC, with an expected high of 45°F and increasing clouds leading to a 50% chance of evening showers. The coming days will have sunny, chilly weather with a possibility of weekend snow.

Charlotte County is offering partial refunds on 2024 property taxes for residents who lost property due to disasters. Applications are open until March 1, 2025.