Charlotte's proposed FY2026 budget, at $3.65 billion, avoids tax hikes while funding youth programs, public safety, a new animal adoption center, solid waste improvements, and supports minority businesses.

Randolph Middle School in Charlotte experienced a brief lockdown due to "inappropriate parent behavior." The situation was quickly resolved, with classes resuming and normal dismissal.

An elderly resident died in a Union County house fire, while a second occupant escaped and was hospitalized. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Officials have identified persons of interest in a case where an opossum was set on fire in North Carolina, with potential felony animal cruelty charges forthcoming.

The Cabarrus County Commission on Financial Efficiency, led by Commissioner Laura Lindsey, is working to improve the cost-effectiveness of county services and encourages public involvement.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services urges residents to prepare for hurricane season, offering tips on flood risk assessment, insurance, emergency alerts, and evacuation planning, citing the recent devastating impacts of hurricanes.

Belmont's Main Street will be closed from noon to midnight on May 2nd for the Friday Night Live event. Detours are provided and no parking is allowed; violations may result in towing.

Three individuals pled guilty to concealing a body found by kayakers in Burke County, NC, and received prison sentences ranging from 3 to nearly 10 years.

A man was arrested by the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office on charges of statutory rape of a child and is being held without bond. An immigration detainer was also placed on him.

Three individuals pleaded guilty to laundering over $92 million for a Chinese money laundering organization connected to drug trafficking, as stated by the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.

Matthews, NC roads reopened after a gas leak closure, with the Matthews Police Department informing via Facebook that normal traffic conditions had resumed.

A $5,000 reward is offered for information on a group in Charlotte that set an opossum on fire, as animal welfare agencies and the public seek justice.

Catawba County hosts its annual household hazardous waste collection day at the Hickory American Legion Fairgrounds for safe disposal of items like cleaners, paints, and electronics.