A fire caused $85,000 in damages to a south Charlotte home, attributed to an accident during vehicle repairs in the garage. No injuries were reported.

CMPD concluded an officer-involved shooting from May 14, 2024, as justified, with no charges against the Pineville officer involved in the fatality of Dennis Bodden.

Gastonia launches a new on-demand microtransit service, GoGastonia, replacing six bus routes with a fleet of 14 minivans to offer residents a flexible transportation option.

Charlotte faces a blend of heat and possible thunderstorms with temperatures potentially exceeding 105 degrees. The NWS cautions about heat-related risks and advises residents to monitor weather updates, especially during the Independence Day heat.

Ricky Ray Wright, 66, has been missing for two weeks in Lancaster County and was last seen on Riverside Road. He may be staying in local hotels or motels.

The Iredell County Sheriff's Office arrested 11 people in a drug enforcement operation targeting repeat offenders, with the community's help in identifying suspects.

A missing York man, Zach Patterson, was found dead in Sharon, South Carolina after a month-long search. The circumstances of his death are under investigation.

CMPD has charged Divee Cunningham with the murder of David McNeil. Cunningham, a 27-year-old felon, was arrested without incident and faces multiple charges, including 1st Degree Murder.

Mecklenburg County offers free HIV screenings on National HIV Testing Day, at three Charlotte-area locations, highlighting the need for awareness and available health services.

A 14-year-old boy recovering after a shark bite at North Topsail Beach was assisted by bystanders and EMS; a separate fatal shark incident occurred in Oahu.

Walmart is laying off 155 employees from its Charlotte call center as part of a refocus on its business strategy, with some support roles being eliminated. Affected staff are encouraged to apply for other roles within the company.

Former CMPD Officer Henry Chapman's arrest for embezzlement is documented in body-cam footage to be released to the public, after he was charged and resigned.

Three women were arrested in Asheville for alleged thefts of baseball bats involving a unique method of concealment, implicating them in a multi-county crime spree.