Trella Uptown, a new mixed-income development in Charlotte blending affordable and market-rate units, has been inaugurated to foster diverse community living.

Alleged violent offender Travice Smarr was arrested on February 5, 2026, by Gastonia Police and U.S. Marshals for charges including assault and kidnapping.

A teen with special needs was found safe in Gastonia during a winter storm thanks to a coordinated rescue effort by local emergency services and a police K-9 named Bo.

Charlotte Fire Department conducted high-angle rescue training at the Bank of America Carolina Panthers stadium, practicing rapid interventions and rescues from high structures.

Shots fired on Wilson Lee Boulevard in Statesville prompted a police response; the suspect fled and prompted a house search, but the area was declared safe after investigation.

North Carolina's NCDOT announces a weekend closure of the northbound U.S. 29/70 bridge in Davidson County for demolition, providing detours for affected drivers.

Firefighters from Cornelius, Huntersville, and Davidson contained a garage fire in Cornelius, with one resident treated for smoke inhalation. The fire's cause is under investigation.

Three women in Charlotte face first-degree murder charges for the death of a 6-year-old, Dominique Moody, after alleged prolonged abuse and living in horrific conditions.

Union County is seeking public input on federal funding allocation for the 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan, which involves HUD resources like CDBG funds, to address local needs such as housing and jobs.

Statesville Police seek public help via social media to find Joseph Ross Gibson, 54, missing since January. They request information to ensure his safe return.

Concord launches a Stormwater Art Contest for K-12 students to raise awareness on clean waterways, with a deadline of February 15th and a feature of winning art at a City Council meeting.

Concord, NC firefighters contained a blaze at an outbuilding on Brookwood Ave on January 4th, preventing damage to the adjacent home. The cause is under investigation; no injuries were reported.

Rowan County libraries and health organizations collaborate against heart disease, offering blood pressure stations and health resources at an event at the Rowan Public Library.