Gastonia officers measured about 170°F inside a parked car during a Walmart safety demo and urged residents to "look before you lock." The outreach included handing out materials and reminding people to call 911 if they see a child or pet alone.

A June Catawba College–YouGov poll found most North Carolinians call cars, gas and groceries unaffordable; 72% say they’re cutting back and many struggle with monthly bills.

Atrium Health launched Care Everywhere, a street medicine project sending emergency physicians and med kits to Charlotte encampments for testing, wound care and chronic treatment.

Davidson College will waive tuition for households earning up to $175,000 and cover full direct costs for families at $85,000 or less beginning with fall 2027 applicants.

State and county reviews found unlicensed plumbing and electrical work at SouthPark Swim & Tennis Club created safety issues; retroactive permits and repairs are underway.

Commissioners delayed a $130K plan to install 25 AI‑enabled cameras downtown after a heated meeting over privacy and oversight. The board wants more information and public input.

The Charlotte Museum of History canceled its July 4 naturalization ceremony amid immigration‑enforcement concerns; USCIS says it may coordinate a later oath.

A Charlotte family says federal agents took their uncle during a routine ICE check and he was later deported to Somalia, leaving loved ones scrambling for answers.

A Richmond County man turned a $10 scratch-off into a seven-figure prize and chose a six-figure cash option; after withholdings he took home about $432,063. He says he’ll help family and his church.

Myers Park Baptist has voted to remove “Baptist” from its name — the congregation will now be known as Myers Park Covenant Church, leaders say.

SACSCOC moved Johnson C. Smith University into a closer phase of accreditation probation after finding financial- and compliance-related gaps. Campus leaders say new policies, hires and a fundraising push are underway.

A Charlotte man says he had 'visions' before a $3 Quick Pick became a $100,000 Powerball win; after taxes he took home $72,011 and plans to buy a house.

Nourish Up opened a 10,000‑square‑foot Home Court Kitchen at its west Charlotte Hunger Hub, finishing a multi‑year build and boosting Meals on Wheels capacity for homebound neighbors.