Kannapolis will launch its holiday festivities with a Tree Lighting and Celebration of Lights, starting at 6 p.m. with a fireworks display, on November 15 at Village Park.

Charlotte's waste collection will continue on Veterans Day despite city office closures, with the reminder to place carts out by 6 a.m. My Charlotte Lookup tool and text updates are available for residents.

Union County Public School teachers will receive a $1,000 salary increase, which is only half of the initially proposed amount. The school board's decision follows teacher protests for higher pay.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are searching for 10-year-old Carson Allison, a missing boy last seen in southeast Charlotte, and are urging public assistance.

The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office promotes the "9PM Routine," advising residents to take nightly precautions against theft, including securing property and being vigilant.

A collision in northeast Charlotte involving a CATS bus, a CMS bus, and another vehicle resulted in six non-life-threatening injuries; no students were on the school bus.

Workers in Valdese, NC found skeletal remains while clearing storm debris; police and other agencies are investigating the case. Identity of the deceased is unknown.

Gastonia Police are searching for a suspect in an armed robbery at a local Pizza Hut, captured on surveillance wearing distinctive attire and stealing cash and items.

The Catawba County Sheriff's Office, with federal help, arrested two individuals for drug trafficking in Granite Falls, seizing 75kg of narcotics and $380,000.

The Union County Sheriff's Office in Monroe, NC, celebrated the promotions of Sergeant Yohance Prince and Trevor Hill in recognition of their exemplary service.

The NWS has issued a fire danger warning for western North Carolina due to dry conditions and gusty winds, urging residents to exercise caution and consult local burn permitting authorities.

Mecklenburg County promotes Operation Green Light for Veterans Day, encouraging the community to use green lights as a tribute to military veterans and raise awareness about the challenges they face.

Charlotte citizens voted in critical local elections for mayor, city council, the school board, and a transit tax, with a focus on District 3 and 6 council races and civic engagement highlighted.