The Huntersville Fire Department is addressing a gas odor linked to an earlier leak, ensuring safety and managing community concerns via social media updates.

Hickory is preparing for its holiday celebrations with the Lowes Foods Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting on Nov. 21, featuring a tribute to fallen soldiers and grand marshal Hickory FC.

A fatal crash in west Charlotte left one dead, one seriously injured near Remount Road and Revolution Park Drive. The car hit a power pole; the cause is under investigation. Traffic was diverted.

A CMPD officer involved in a physical confrontation with a student at West Charlotte High School is under criminal investigation after the incident gained attention on social media.

Arrest made in the murder of Thomas Carter in east Charlotte; Marcos Perez-Vasquez faces charges. The victim had head trauma and was found near Central Avenue.

The Gastonia Police Department hosted the UPWDA K-9 Trials, where US police K-9 teams completed tests and shared techniques, highlighting their critical role in law enforcement.

The Hickory Elks Lodge is nearing completion of its Veterans Memorial in partnership with the City of Hickory, designed to honor all six branches of the US military.

Charlotte officers seized guns and drugs in traffic stops, with arrests made and the CMPD highlighting the importance of proactive policing in community safety.

Authorities are searching for 11-year-old Kimberly Trivette, reported missing in Watauga County. Last seen near Honey Dew Lane, she is about 5'9" and was wearing a black sweatshirt and leggings.

Gastonia Police Department honored National First Responders Day on social media, recognizing the dedication of police, EMTs, firefighters, and dispatchers in their community.

A man died from a shooting near Charlotte's Archdale light rail station; a homicide investigation is underway. Initial findings suggest a dispute at a local business may be involved.

Eben Hellekson was arrested by Gastonia Police on two larceny counts for repeatedly stealing from Ace Hardware; he confessed and is in Gaston County Jail.

Two minor earthquakes hit near Marion, North Carolina, early morning on Oct. 24, with magnitudes of 2.2 and 2.1. They were felt locally but caused no significant damage.