A Charlotte mother hit the top progressive level in the NC digital game and took home about $509K after taxes; she plans a family trip to Disney World.

Gov. Josh Stein said Tuesday that LEAD will expand to Wilmington, Greensboro, Albemarle, Robeson, Gaston and Harnett counties to route low‑level cases to treatment. The move builds on existing pilots and state funding for diversion programs.

Four York County detectives were commended after a probe tied a stolen Camaro to the 2025 death of a sleeping 4-year-old. The case led to four arrests after a multi-state investigation.

A teenage girl died and several juveniles were hurt in a Mooresville golf cart crash; police are investigating and have not released the victim's name.

Lancaster County officials posted a March 24 video warning that scammers are calling about fake jury-duty warrants and demanding payment. Hang up and verify with the sheriff’s office.

Amina, led by chef Chianti Peek, will open in Uptown Charlotte in early April 2026 with East African 6Mediterranean sharables, wood-fired flatbreads and cocktails.

A March State Board report finds North Carolina community college enrollment has surpassed pre‑pandemic levels, driven in part by a large shift to online and hybrid courses.

A 23-year-old woman reported missing from the Cheraw area was found safe Tuesday, but a 29-year-old suspect named by deputies remains at large and may be armed.

DaBaby will host the Be More Grateful Festival at Route 29 Pavilion in Concord on June 13 with 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, Boosie, Webbie and more. General tickets go on sale March 27.

A new state analysis finds firearm homicides have declined since 2021 while firearm suicides have climbed, creating a split that complicates prevention work.

After a lawyer visit, a 34‑year‑old inmate was found in a ceiling crawlspace at the High Point Detention Center. Deputies recovered makeshift weapons and filed new charges.

Funkheizer's Diner has opened in Mooresville with all‑day breakfast, four‑ounce smash burgers and a full bar. Owner Mel Funk plans to rebrand nearby Fresh Egg locations and expand into Huntersville soon.

A crash Monday on East Independence Boulevard in Matthews left one person dead and another hospitalized while emergency crews worked to clear the scene.