Bob’s Discount Furniture opens a 35,115‑sq‑ft University City showroom this Thursday, with Pineville, Matthews and Hickory locations also planned. The move is part of a national expansion push.

Two firefighters were injured and a family escaped after a house fire in Indian Land; multiple agencies responded and the cause remains under investigation.

Sunny, hot start to the week with highs near 92°F. Showers and storms become likely Thursday–Friday; plan backup for outdoor events.

A 24‑year‑old Charlotte man was arrested in Forsyth County after investigators traced suspected child‑exploitation material to him, authorities say.

Atrium Health is opening a modular freestanding emergency department in Concord that adds 24/7 care, imaging and trauma capability. Officials say it could create nearly 100 jobs.

A former Charlotte teacher sued the city after a WCNC investigation alleged a wrongful conviction and a series of official failures that cost him his job.

David Tepper landed on Time’s 2026 TIME100 Philanthropy list after giving roughly $529 million last year. Local gifts include UNC Charlotte, USC and a $1M push for girls’ flag football.

One person was killed and another wounded in an early-morning shooting in the 1200 block of Weldon Avenue in east Charlotte, police say.

More than 50 buyers across 22 states say they paid thousands for log-cabin kits from a Charlotte-area company that dissolved; lawyers warn repayments will be minimal.

A 27-year-old man was arrested after his 8-month-old son was hospitalized and later died; police say the injuries were nonaccidental. Authorities have asked the public for tips.

Statesville police say three people were arrested May 11 after officers recovered more than 74 grams of suspected cocaine during a traffic stop and motel search. Charges include trafficking and possession, police say.

Aaron Linwood McIntosh, 32, was killed in a motorcycle crash at North Tryon and University City Boulevard; police say speed may have been a factor and toxicology is pending.

Clear morning, warm afternoon — high near 80°F. Spotty evening showers possible; weekend heat spikes into the upper 80s–low 90s.