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Real Estate & Development in ...
More than 50 buyers across 22 states say they paid thousands for log-cabin kits from a Charlotte-area company that dissolved; lawyers warn repayments will be minimal.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A 27-year-old man was arrested after his 8-month-old son was hospitalized and later died; police say the injuries were nonaccidental. Authorities have asked the public for tips.
Statesville police say three people were arrested May 11 after officers recovered more than 74 grams of suspected cocaine during a traffic stop and motel search. Charges include trafficking and possession, police say.
Aaron Linwood McIntosh, 32, was killed in a motorcycle crash at North Tryon and University City Boulevard; police say speed may have been a factor and toxicology is pending.
Weather & Environment in ...
Clear morning, warm afternoon — high near 80°F. Spotty evening showers possible; weekend heat spikes into the upper 80s–low 90s.
Inmates and the sheriff say Mecklenburg County's jail is over capacity since Iryna’s Law took effect, prompting lockdowns, stacked bunks and delays in care.
A 35-year-old Charlotte man was arrested after a 15-year-old reported being seized in east Charlotte. Authorities say he faces first-degree kidnapping and indecent-liberties charges.
A man was found shot after an attempted kidnapping at the Love's Travel Stop in Newton. An infant in the car was unhurt and police say the wounded man was airlifted to Charlotte.
Three people arrested after police say they stole about $10,000 in copper from telephone poles in northwest Charlotte and were caught trying to melt it down.
Clear, cool start in Charlotte with a high near 74°F. A weak front may bring isolated storms Wednesday night; weekend highs spike into the upper 80s and low 90s.
Novant filed state paperwork to build a $21.3M freestanding ER in SouthPark; written comments are due June 1 and a hearing is set for June 12.
Charlotte Fire reported a structure fire Sunday evening on the 8100 block of Clairwood Drive in west Charlotte; crews were on scene and details remain limited.
Politics & Govt in ...
A Charlotte judge allowed limited discovery in Sen. DeAndrea Salvador’s lawsuit alleging Whirlpool and Omnicom used AI to fake her endorsement. The order permits targeted depositions and document requests as the court tests jurisdiction.
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