Matthews, North Carolina, has guidelines for balancing transparency with confidentiality in town affairs, using closed sessions where legally necessary to protect sensitive matters, but commits to reverting to openness post-decision as per state law.

Red Bull, Ball Corporation, and Rauch Fruchtsäfte began constructing a 2.3-million-square-foot beverage facility in Concord, NC, focusing on efficiency and reduced CO2 impact.

A juvenile was charged with making a threat of mass violence at Hickory Christian Academy, which was investigated by local police who have since assured no further threats exist.

Kannapolis allocated $116,000 in CDBG funds to community organizations aiding low- and moderate-income residents, including transitional housing and youth mental health programs.

The ToneZ beach band is set to perform at Veterans Park in Kannapolis on September 11 for the last Thursdays on Main Concert of the year, featuring a free family-friendly event starting at 6 p.m. with food for purchase and certain rules in place.

A Charlotte man is charged with a federal crime for fatally assaulting Iryna Zarutska on the city's light rail, with potential penalties including life imprisonment or death.

Firefighter Brian Rodman from Charlotte opened up about his struggle with prostate cancer, diagnosed after a routine physical, to highlight the support from his firehouse and promote self-care among peers.

Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office seeks public help regarding the theft of a gray 2021 Ford Ranger, stolen on September 7, 2025, from Mt. Croghan with SC license plate SC956CCS.

NCDOT announces a one-day closure of West C Street in Rowan County for storm drain culvert replacement on September 15, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with detours provided.

A rollover crash on Wilkinson Boulevard in Gaston County delayed commuters and potentially caused serious injuries, leading to extensive traffic disruptions.

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles decried the fatal stabbing on the CATS light rail, while rider and security concerns were raised post-incident. Suspect DeCarlos Brown was charged with first-degree murder.

A missing 16-year-old was found in a Rowan County human trafficking sting, leading to 10 arrests including suspect Sturdivant, who had a handgun and oxycodone.

The CMPD is seeking help to locate 65-year-old Joseph Nsiah Bimpeh, missing since Monday and with health issues. He was last seen in white clothing near Old Plank Road and Galeburg Street.