Stono Group paid $6.8 million for a three-building industrial property in Matthews at 3603–3619 Gribble Road, marking its first Charlotte-area acquisition.

Gaston County’s FAST team arrested Helen McKnight, who was wanted on multiple trafficking and manufacture-related drug counts. Authorities say the arrest was made without incident.

A newly installed pump and short pipeline now send millions of gallons from a nearby quarry into Monroe's Lake Lee, easing pressure as drought tightens.

Monroe mayoral candidate Surluta Anthony is under scrutiny after participating in a committee recommendation to fund a nonprofit she helps lead. The overlap raises legal questions under state recusal rules.

Warm, sunny Tuesday with gusty SSW winds; a cold front brings showers and possible storms Wednesday night into Thursday.

A Kannapolis woman was arrested after deputies say they found a loaded handgun and suspected cocaine during a traffic stop on Charlotte Highway. She faces felony drug and weapons charges.

Gavril Sandu was extradited from Romania and arraigned in Charlotte on charges tied to a decade-old vishing scheme; prosecutors say he faces up to 30 years in prison.

Griffin Partners moved up delivery of its 112,145‑sf North Graham Exchange in north Charlotte, with broker listings now showing a late‑2026 arrival. The change could free up mid‑size industrial bays sooner than expected.

Howell's Motor Freight sold its 79,860-sf north Charlotte warehouse at 10028 Metromont to WestPark Properties for $13.2M. Future plans for the site are not yet public.

A crash at State Street and Ambassador Street in west Charlotte sent one person to the hospital; emergency crews and utility workers responded. Investigators are on scene.

A preview for Honey Pies BBQ & SmokeHouse drew a line down Sunset Road and sold out, postponing the grand opening. The Texas-style spot replaces Bubba’s and leans on brisket and big ribs.

A late-night crash on I-77 after officers tried to stop a stolen vehicle left one person dead. A suspect was taken into custody, police say.

CMPD’s Vice & Narcotics Unit says three people were arrested and police seized suspected cocaine, meth, firearms and cash after a search prompted by a community tip.