Charlotte man Andrew Jackson was found guilty of multiple armed robberies and related firearms offenses; he awaits sentencing with possible life imprisonment.

The City of Hickory's Business Development Committee invites nominations for the 2025 Business. Well Crafted. Awards to honor local entrepreneurs and businesses.

Mecklenburg County Public Health launches MeckMoves, a 16-week community fitness challenge, starting with a health screening event at McCrorey YMCA on October 11.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have arrested three juveniles, ages 14 to 16, on First Degree Murder charges, following a series of coordinated operations across divisions. Secure Custody Orders have been issued as the case proceeds.

Gaston County's "Savvy Citizen" podcast won a national award from the 3CMA for its engaging, professional content highlighting local government and community.

Mecklenburg County may establish a new Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority, pending a vote and public comments at a meeting scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center.

The Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office confirmed that Leroy Wright, a 75-year-old missing resident of a local assisted living facility, has been found. Details of his condition or discovery were not disclosed.

Concord, NC celebrates the season with the 28th Annual Tree Lighting and the 97th Christmas Parade, featuring family attractions and a fireworks finale.

Mecklenburg County leaders are preparing for impacts of the OBBBA, focusing on collaboration to address federal budget cuts. They have formed a working group and scheduled a public meeting for community strategy discussions.

Trump called the Charlotte light rail stabbing "horrible" and acknowledged his need for a full briefing on the incident, which claimed the life of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska.

A bicyclist died after being hit by a Ford on US 421 in Watauga County; charges against the driver are pending. The cyclist, Butler, was not wearing a helmet and later died in the hospital.

The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers have announced their 66-game home schedule for the 2026 season, with notable matchups and a first-time Thursday Opening Day.

Randy Moss has completed his cancer treatment at Atrium Health in Charlotte and rang the bell to mark the end of this journey, with his family and hospital staff by his side.