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.

The Mooresville Historic Preservation Commission has scheduled a meeting on May 2, 2025, to discuss updates to the HPC Design Standards at The Charles Mack Citizen Center.

Union County homeowners are invited to an informational meeting on May 15 at Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church to learn about the 2025 property reappraisal process.

The Gem Theatre announces its $2 Summer Matinees series, featuring family-friendly films from May 27th to August 7th, with showings on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Brittany Nicole Mims Eller was arrested in Gaston County for first-degree arson and attempted murder after allegedly setting a house on fire with someone inside.

A detention officer in Mecklenburg County, Seth El, was charged with misdemeanor larceny and terminated after being accused of stealing money from an inmate's property.

The Ella B. Scarborough Community Resource Center in Charlotte has closed due to a water outage. Clients are redirected to the nearby Valerie C. Woodard Center.

Charlotte marked the first anniversary of the death of four officers with the Tunnels to Towers stair climb, honoring the fallen and supporting their families.

CMPD linked repeat offenders like Sidney Truesdale to inflated crime stats in Charlotte. Truesdale was arrested with 16 new warrants and faces numerous charges including motor vehicle break-ins.

The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office held an event to support reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals, emphasizing community support to prevent recidivism.

A woman in Union County has been charged with felony Death by Distribution after the fatal overdose of Cole Manus, linked to fentanyl she allegedly provided.