Parents in Iredell County, NC, were arrested after eight children were found living in unsafe conditions, with charges including child and animal abuse.

Parents of a boy killed after being hit by a car in Gaston County accepted plea deals; the father received a suspended sentence and probation, while the mother also received probation. They must follow DSS guidelines and take parenting classes.

An armed man fired an assault rifle from his apartment in Monroe, leading to a standoff with police, who eventually took him into custody for a mental health evaluation without any injuries occurring.

North Carolina officials advise against contact with green or blue waters in Lake Norman due to algal blooms, with the predominant algae identified as Dolichospermum.

Charlotte unveils a sidewalk mural by Jamil Dyair Steele to educate on stormwater pollution, supported by community input and installed near Rosa Parks Place Community Transit Center.

TSA officers at Charlotte Airport found a knife and saw blade hidden in a passenger's cane during screening, with options given to the passenger for the cane.

An early morning crash on I-485 in west Charlotte resulted in one fatality, involving a motorcycle. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause.

Current weather in Charlotte, NC: 71°F with few clouds, humidity at 84%, light north breeze. Visibility is 10 miles; barometer reads 30.09 in. Forecast: sunny days with highs 88-99°F, mostly clear nights around 70-76°F.

Phillip Leggett from Charlotte was sentenced to over 8 years for illegal firearm possession, including a "ghost gun", highlighting concerns about unregistered firearms.

Hickory offices close on July 4th; garbage/recycling services continue; parks open, but the library, administrative offices, and recreation centers will be closed. City Council meeting rescheduled for July 15.

Charlotte and Mecklenburg County launch a program, Solarize Charlotte-Mecklenburg, to make solar power more accessible through group-purchasing, offering potential cost savings.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officers engaged with local residents of the North Tryon Division during a community event to foster public safety and trust.

A 27-year-old motorcyclist died in York County after crashing his Harley-Davidson into a ditch. No other vehicles were involved, and investigations are ongoing.