Lane closures on I-85 North in Davidson County for grouting operations will occur nightly from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., starting January 5 and ending January 8, weather permitting.

Gastonia offers a "Homebuyer Education Workshop" to aid potential homeowners in understanding the home-buying process, set for January 10 at City Hall.

Kannapolis Fire and Police issued a New Year's safety reminder about fireworks legality and risks, and urged responsible drinking to prevent impaired driving.

Monroe, NC's administrative offices will be closed on New Year's Day, but emergency services are available at 911 and non-emergencies at 704-289-1591.

Hickory's Eighth Ave NE will be closed for tree trimming on Jan 6-7, from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, affecting westbound traffic and limiting eastbound to one lane.

Mecklenburg County provides a free Supervised Visitation and Safe Exchange Center for secure child custody exchanges amid intimate partner violence concerns.

CMPD is hosting a vote for 'Officer Good Boi of 2025' between K9s Alvin and Robi at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, highlighting their unique skills and personalities.

Charlotte, NC will experience a shift in weather with morning showers, a high of 63°F, and falling temperatures. Gusty winds and potential evening frost are expected, with clearer conditions to follow.

Alvin and Robi are the final K9 contenders for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police's 2025 Officer Good Boi title, with public voting to determine the winner.

A fire at Brentwood Chase apartments in Gastonia displaced residents from eight units; no injuries were reported, and the cause was accidental. The Red Cross is assisting the affected.

Two Mint Hill police officers injured in a shooting have been released from the hospital. The investigation involves multiple agencies, with Tjamel Ali Hamlin II identified as the deceased.

Charlotte, NC, experiences fog, mist, and limited visibility with a 20% chance of rain and highs around 53°F. The National Weather Service predicts variable weather with chances of rain and fluctuating temperatures over the next few days.

CMPD arrested Brionce Parks, 26, for felony child abuse and exposing a child to a controlled substance after the death of one-year-old Kamelah Michilena in Charlotte.