Chance the Rapper says he's coming to Charlotte after posting he wanted a North Carolina date; venue and ticket details are still pending.

A Mount Holly man won a $100,000 Cash Payday scratch-off on Friday the 13th and claimed about $72,018 after taxes, saying he’ll use the money to pay bills.

Cabarrus County offers a free Week of Wellness with fitness classes and activities at three Active Living Centers, encouraging residents 18+ to engage in a healthy lifestyle.

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation announced summer camp registration dates, with priority for residents starting February 3. Activities range from nature to sports, with advice to create accounts before registration opens.

Huntersville hosts a cultural event on Feb 6 for Black History Month, featuring live performances and readings.

Kenneth Locklear of Charlotte won $1 million from a lottery scratch-off ticket and chose a $600,000 lump sum payout, resulting in $430,508 after taxes.

CATS partners with JazzArts for "Ride with the Music," featuring free jazz performances at transit stations every Thursday in October to enhance commutes.

A Rowan County resident won a $1.86 million jackpot playing an online Monopoly game with a $1 bet, adding to another recent $1.69 million win in North Carolina's digital lotteries.

New Translations will perform at the Sails Original Music Series finale in Hickory on September 26, bringing their unique indie rock sound to Union Square at 7 p.m.

Rapper DaBaby released a music video for "Save Me," depicting the CATS Blue Line stabbing and reimagining its ending with him stopping the attacker, while also promoting a GoFundMe for the victim's family.

The City of Hickory is hosting its annual Trunk or Treat Fall Festival on October 25th at the Brown Penn Recreation Center, featuring games, raffles, and candy for a family-friendly Halloween event.

Fury 325 at Carowinds wins "Best Steel Roller Coaster" at the Golden Ticket Awards for the ninth time, maintaining its record despite past safety concerns.

Joel Timmons introduces his Psychedelic Surf Country music at Hickory's Sails Original Music Series on September 5.