Researchers detected Orientia bacteria in chiggers across North Carolina, though no human cases have been confirmed. Simple precautions can cut your risk.

Big Papa’s Empanadas will open in August in Charlotte’s Historic West End with half‑pound empanadas, tacos, wings and a small patio. The menu leans creative and oversized.

CMPD's Operation Nite Shade led to seizures of fentanyl, cocaine, marijuana, a firearm and 10 arrests near the Garden Inn, the department said.

Smoke was showing when Charlotte firefighters arrived on the 4300 block of Tillman Road; officials have not released details on injuries or cause.

Post Malone's delayed stadium tour opened in Charlotte with fireworks, confessions and a headliner who lingered with fans.

A Monroe woman was arrested after detectives say she struck and trapped a man under a U‑Haul on Dec. 17. She’s charged with attempted first‑degree murder and held without bond.

After heavy local pushback the Griffin family withdrew a rezoning for a Lake Norman events venue and says it will retool the site as a lower‑volume, members‑style club. Town records and meeting minutes show the property at 18311 and 18323 Nantz Road.

A Lake Norman tennis pro was arrested and charged with multiple child‑sex offenses; his employer has removed him and barred him from the club.

Clear morning in Charlotte; highs near 91°F and a slight chance of late-day storms. Showers and thunderstorms look more likely Tuesday.

77 & Belle, named for Hattie Bell, opened on Pegram Street in Belmont with a work‑friendly layout, a private meeting room and a menu of coffee, matcha and pastries.

A Gastonia mother was killed in a crash investigators say involved alcohol. A man has appeared in Gaston County court as the family mourns.

A 21-year-old man died while in custody at the Mecklenburg County Detention Center in Charlotte. Medical staff responded and officials have opened an investigation.

A crash on the 4300 block of North Sharon Amity Road closed both directions Saturday night; three people were hurt and CMPD and MEDIC responded. Investigators were on scene.