A two-alarm fire significantly damaged a commercial building on Monroe Road in Charlotte. It was controlled by 60 firefighters without injuries, despite freezing conditions.

Centennial Park pool in Port Charlotte will close from Dec. 6-8 for a swim meet, reopening on Dec. 9, with inquiries directed to Kristen Huber at 941-764-4102.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have identified 17-year-old Yexon Madrid Perdomo as a homicide victim. The case is active and information is sought from the public.

A body was found inside a burned vehicle in Chester County, prompting an investigation. Details are scant as authorities, including SLED, work on the case.

The article discusses the potential impact of proposed tariffs by President-Elect Trump on consumer prices, with expected increases on imported goods. Small businesses and experts weigh in on the consequences, including higher costs for consumers.

The 78th Novant Health Thanksgiving Eve Parade in Charlotte will include street closures and traffic reroutes, with festivities from 6-8 p.m. along North Tryon Street.

A 12-year-old boy was seriously injured in a shooting in west Charlotte, with local residents and leaders expressing concern over community violence and safety.

The City of Concord is holding a stormwater art contest for K-12 students to raise awareness about stormwater pollution, with submissions due by February 16, 2025.

An 18-wheeler truck fire closed Ridge Road in York County, causing traffic disruptions. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation. Roads reopened after several hours.

Charlotte County has scheduled a week of meetings ranging from street planning to marine conservation, inviting residents to participate in local governance discussions.

Charlotte County is seeking volunteers for advisory board vacancies, including fire service and various municipal service units, with terms up to 2027.

A teacher and principal at Concord Lake STEAM Academy are arrested; the teacher for indecent liberties with a child and the principal for failing to report the abuse.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police seek help finding Elisa Oziah Moore, an 11-year-old girl reported missing since 3 A.M. Tuesday. She was last seen wearing a jacket, pants, white crocs, and a pink/black backpack.