A man was found dead in a south Charlotte swimming pool; initially thought to involve alcohol, later ruled a sudden natural death. Investigations continue to determine the cause.

A 9-month-old in NC is hospitalized after a drug overdose and dog attack, tended by firefighters. The mother is charged with child abuse; investigations are ongoing.

The Union County Sheriff's Office has been recognized for their efforts against child exploitation, ranking sixth in North Carolina for their work in online predator investigations.

Terry Sherwood Slade, with past convictions, gets over 15 years for robberies and illegal firearm possession after pleading guilty to related charges.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department investigates a deadly shooting on Milton Road, marking another incident of gun violence in the city.

A Statesville man was arrested on drug charges after a K9 alerted officers to narcotics in his vehicle during a traffic stop for expired registration conducted by Troutman Police.

Ashley Wike from Taylorsville was arrested in Troutman for multiple drug charges after a traffic stop led to the discovery of methamphetamine in her vehicle.

A vehicle crash in Charlotte on June 12, 2025, involving a Honda Civic and a utility truck, led to two deaths, with ongoing investigations into the cause.

A teen was shot by an accomplice during a drive-by in Union County; he is stable after being airlifted. No arrests have been made; police are investigating.

A teen is stable after a botched drive-by in Monroe led to them being unintentionally shot by an accomplice; police seek public's help in the investigation.

A China Grove man was charged with a fatal hit-and-run in Monroe that resulted in a woman’s death; he faces felony charges and was given a $50,000 bond.

A landscaper threw an unauthorized party at a home in Weddington, NC, while the owners were away, even charging entry. Deputies responded to noise complaints, and the man faced multiple charges.

Charlotte woman Jessica Sowell sentenced to 57 months for bank fraud, identity theft, and firearms possession.