At a memorial ride in Rocky Mount, a car merged into a motorcycle caravan, causing a crash that injured Amy and Linwood Mercer, who were later hospitalized. The incident is under investigation.

The forecast for Charlotte includes a hot, potentially stormy week with high heat index values, chances of showers and thunderstorms, and occasional gusts. The NWS has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the region.

Charlotte is set for a week of showers and thunderstorms with a risk of flooding; temperatures could feel as high as 101 degrees Fahrenheit. The National Weather Service advises caution and preparedness for changing weather and potential hazards.

A 2-alarm fire, started by an unattended candle, inflicted $1.4 million in damage on a Charlotte apartment complex, displacing residents and requiring 60 firefighters.

Zamyria Maness was arrested for a hit-and-run in Greensboro involving 15 victims, including N.C. A&T State University students. She faces felony charges.

Mecklenburg County Public Health's ReCAST II and the Office of Violence Prevention launch TIMB CharMeck 2024, seeking stories of resilience for a stage show.

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.