A 65-year-old woman, Meta Howze King, died after being hit by a truck in Charlotte. Driver Floyd Bankhead was not impaired and is cooperating with police. The investigation is ongoing.

Kannapolis launches its 2025 Fall 5K Series, featuring races for all skill levels and benefiting local non-profits, starting with Flint's Fabulous 5K by Leashes of Valor.

A traffic stop at UNC Charlotte involving a stolen car, two suspects, and an infant caused a brief campus alert. An erroneous NinerAlert suggested gunfire, later corrected. The university will review their alert system.

Mecklenburg County residents can apply for a position on the proposed MPTA by October 13. If a sales tax increase is approved on November 4, the MPTA will handle transportation funding.

A juvenile was fatally shot in a southwest Charlotte townhome community; CMPD is investigating the homicide, which occurred early on a Wednesday morning.

Lincoln County reports three new rabies cases, involving a skunk, raccoon, and a kitten. Local officials urge residents to update pet vaccinations and secure pet doors.

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.

Burke County warns residents of scam calls impersonating the local 911 center, using caller ID spoofing to trick them into providing money or personal information.

Charlotte expects a warm week with sunny days, mid-80s daytime temperatures, and cooler nights around the lower 60s, according to the National Weather Service.

Brittany Snyder, an ex-Navy member, is named Iredell County's new Director for Veteran Services, bringing military experience and administrative skills to support over 15,000 veterans.

Charlotte and Mecklenburg County prepare for annual MLK Day events, including a parade and community awards, with registration and nominations now open.

Over 20 cars were broken into at a Nelly concert at the PNC Music Pavilion, with windows shattered and items like guns and a Bible stolen. No arrests reported yet.

Michael James Moretz was arrested on felony murder charges for the deaths of Michael Hallyburton and Joseph Byrd, with his court appearance set for September 18, 2025.