The Statesville Police Department reported the safe recovery of missing 16-year-old Bryson Isaiah Smyre, thanks to community and Cornelius Police assistance.

The Statesville Police Department organizes a toy drive on December 6 to support local families in need and encourages donations of toys and online contributions through an Amazon Wish List.

Union County inaugurated a Veterans Treatment Court to aid veterans with substance abuse or mental health issues via a rehabilitation-focused approach, which includes therapy, court sessions, drug tests, and could lead to reduced charges.

The Swanee Theatre in Kannapolis announces a December schedule featuring line dancing, yoga, and musical performances including southern rock, a Journey tribute, and a Salisbury Symphony concert.

Overnight construction on I-40 East in Davie County will cause delays, with a detour via Exit 174 to 180 starting 11 p.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Saturday for bridge replacement, per NCDOT.

Detailed NWS weather report for Charlotte, NC, with rain and fog conditions, high humidity, and mild temperatures, with a weekend outlook of cloudy skies and partial sunshine.

A person was found fatally shot at Tuckaseegee Park in Charlotte, with police responding around 8:15 a.m. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing, contributing to Charlotte's rising homicide count.

Mecklenburg County officially reopened Albemarle Park in Charlotte, with new features like trails and a playground, part of a $1.1 million renovation aimed at community wellbeing.

Operation Safe Season is CMPD's new initiative to tackle rising violence in Charlotte, increasing police presence and partnering with multiple agencies. The city has seen a decrease in overall crime, but Uptown reports increased violence.

A Conover man received 6-8 years for trafficking fentanyl; the conviction followed a traffic stop with a K-9 alert leading to the discovery of drugs and paraphernalia.

The Gaston County FAST Team works with various agencies to arrest individuals with outstanding warrants for violent crimes and recidivist activities, including Clay Wray for assault and Alberto Costa-Soto for sex offenses with a minor.

The Western District of North Carolina's U.S. Attorney convened an annual meeting on health care fraud, emphasizing team efforts to combat scams affecting taxpayers.

The Catherine M. Wilson Center in Charlotte will close, with services moving to two CRCs that offer various programs including Medicaid and food assistance.