SACSCOC moved Johnson C. Smith University into a closer phase of accreditation probation after finding financial- and compliance-related gaps. Campus leaders say new policies, hires and a fundraising push are underway.

Eight North Carolina tax preparers admitted to filing false returns that claimed nearly $13.9 million in pandemic-era leave credits, federal prosecutors say.

A Charlotte man was sentenced to 28 months and three years supervised release after admitting he conspired to create and trade videos showing monkey torture, prosecutors say.

Brixx opened a 3,500‑sq‑ft Concord restaurant on June 22 and the franchisee plans three more Charlotte‑area locations.

Charlotte Secondary must vacate its McAlpine Park campus by June 24 and risks closing if it can't find a temporary home before a July 15 deadline.

Detectives say a Crime Stoppers tip helped identify two men wanted in a Myers Park jewelry theft; warrants are out and tips are being sought.

York County deputies warn that callers are impersonating officers and using Captain Jonathan Reed’s name; officials say the calls may use AI voice cloning. Residents are urged to hang up and verify through official channels.

A person was seriously injured early Wednesday in a northwest Charlotte townhome shooting. Doorbell video appears to show the gunfire and a fleeing driver.

Clear Wednesday with highs near 87°F; late‑week heat builds toward highs near 97°F by Saturday and heat indices near 100°F.

A state panel voted to withhold JDIG payments to Macy’s after the company missed hiring and investment targets at its China Grove fulfillment center.

Two suspects were arrested after a Monroe police pursuit; authorities say the arrests tie into more than 100 pharmacy break‑ins spanning multiple states.

Brief morning showers may slow Charlotte's commute; clearing by midday with highs near 89F. Heat returns late week toward the upper 90s.

A heavy blaze at a polymer‑processing facility on Fire Tower Road kept York County crews working for hours, drawing hazmat and rehab support. No immediate injuries were reported.