A Charlotte woman faces felony child-abuse charges after her 7-month-old fell from a moving vehicle and suffered a severe head injury, court papers show.

Charlotte Fire Department crews responded Saturday to a structure fire at 3500 Mallard Cove Court; officials posted a brief update saying flames were showing on arrival.

Float Dirty Soda and Ice Cream will bring retro soda‑fountain style and modern dirty‑soda mixes to 1013 Battleground Ave., targeting an August 2026 opening.

Contract workers at Charlotte Douglas rallied during lease talks, urging City Hall to make improved pay part of American Airlines’ next deal. Voices on the ramp say low wages and chronic understaffing are the problem.

The SC Forestry Commission has ordered a statewide burn ban effective 4 p.m. March 27 as low humidity and gusty winds raise wildfire risk. The ban covers most outdoor fires.

A Taylorsville man faces child-exploitation and drug charges after an Alexander County sheriff's office release.

A gun was found in a student's backpack at Westwood Elementary; two West Jefferson parents face weapons charges and have been released on bond.

Repeated gunfire in a Lancaster neighborhood shattered windows, damaged cars and left a bystander hurt. Neighbors say the shootings have become routine and are demanding answers.

A rebuilt stretch of U.S. 64/74A reopened Thursday, restoring direct access to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure about 18 months after Hurricane Helene. Temporary signals will control one‑lane traffic while crews finish stabilization.

A student at Stoney Creek Elementary was impaled by a pencil left on a chair during a prank; medics responded and the district alerted families, officials say.

Weddington High was evacuated after a reported threat; students and staff were moved to the football stadium while law enforcement investigated. The district says the move was an evacuation, not a lockdown.

CLT is collecting grocery and gas gift cards to support TSA officers working without pay amid the DHS funding lapse. Drop boxes and a community partner are accepting $10 and $20 cards.

Leasing offices at two UNC Charlotte‑area student complexes closed without notice this week; a new manager says leases will remain unchanged. Tenants are seeking legal advice and clarity on payments.