Gastonia Police and K-9 units apprehended suspect Wesley Scott Morton Jr. after a car theft at a QuikTrip, with the initial chase involving K-9 Max and a handover to K-9 Bando due to heat exhaustion.

Venus Williams joins the lineup for the returning Charlotte Invitational in December, alongside other American tennis stars like Taylor Fritz, Madison Keys, and Frances Tiafoe.

Denarion Gordon, 18, voluntarily surrendered to Rock Hill police, facing charges of attempted murder and firearm possession during a violent crime, related to a June 2 shooting. Two other suspects were previously arrested for the same incident.

Charlotte's Unified Development Ordinance enabled Habitat for Humanity to build a new affordable duplex in West Charlotte, marking a milestone in diverse housing options.

Charlotte faces intense heat with mid to upper 90s temperatures and potentially hazardous heat indices; advisories suggest staying hydrated and indoors.

A fatal crash involving a tractor-trailer on I-85 South near Sugar Creek Road in north Charlotte resulted in one death and partial road closures. Traffic resumed around 7:30 a.m. Details on the cause are pending.

A drug probe in Salisbury, NC, led to multiple arrests and seizures of fentanyl and firearms from a gang-linked hub, targeting Antwaun Miller and others.

A fatal crash on Albemarle Road in east Charlotte resulted in one death and a minor injury; the area near a Lowe's was closed for investigation. Traffic was disrupted for hours.

Stallings police seek help to find vandals who defaced Blair Mill Park with blue spray paint on benches and signs. The community is urged to contact Detective Webster with any information.

Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) takes part in National Rail Safety Week, engaging the community with themed educational events to promote rail safety.

The family of Jovontay Williams, who died in CMPD custody, filed a wrongful death suit alleging officers' excessive force and restraint asphyxia led to his death.

Charlotte's weather includes possible showers and thunderstorms with highs near 91 degrees and light winds. Evening thunderstorm chances decrease, with a low of 74 degrees. Sunny conditions expected Wednesday, with a high near 92 and gusty winds.

Four individuals in North Carolina won $50,000 each in the Powerball game, with tickets sold at various locations across the state, including online. The jackpot rose to $90 million.