Siemens Energy is expanding its Charlotte operations with a $421 million investment, creating 500 jobs and enhancing its transformer and turbine production. This move signals confidence in the local economy and workforce.

Newton Police shot Ahmon Henderson during a trespassing incident; he escaped the hospital and now faces various charges, including possession of a stolen firearm. He is considered armed and dangerous.

The National Weather Service warns of black ice in the Charlotte region, advising caution during the morning commute due to refreezing of melted snow.

The Kannapolis Police Department invites kids aged 4-10 to join their annual coloring contest, with a deadline of March 15, 2026. Winners will receive prizes and recognition from local law enforcement.

Charlotte Fire Department handled over 1,100 emergencies, including fires and accidents, during extreme winter conditions in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Mecklenburg County extends the deadline for residents and businesses to list taxable personal property. Details must be submitted by February 2, 2026, to avoid a 10% penalty.

Mooresville, NC extends town office closures citing safety concerns, modifies service schedules, moves Board of Commissioners meeting online, and promises updates.

Extreme winter weather prompts Mecklenburg County to close county offices and services, maintain abuse hotlines, enforce a state of emergency, and urges residents to conserve energy and ensure safety.

A multi-vehicle pileup on Interstate 85 in Kannapolis led to over 100 vehicles being stranded, with responders addressing hundreds of crashes due to severe winter conditions. No fatalities were reported.

FBI Director Kash Patel leads the capture of Alejandro Rosales Castillo, a most wanted fugitive, after nine years. Arrested in Mexico and extradited to Charlotte, the case highlights inter-agency collaboration and the FBI's global reach.

A Mount Holly woman is accused of abusing her daughter during a laundry dispute, facing charges including child abuse and assault by strangulation. Her bond is set at $150,000 with a no-contact order for her children.

Charlotte police arrested a juvenile after a vehicle chase linked to a shooting into an occupied dwelling; the suspect led officers across different divisions before abandoning the vehicle and fleeing on foot.

Hickory street crews are prepping for a winter storm by brining roads and asking residents to move cars for plowing. Priority is given to major roads.