A Texas man, Rusty Joseph Whittaker, is convicted of traveling to North Carolina to commit sexual misconduct with a child, enticement, and child pornography production.

E. coli detected in York County water prompts a boil advisory for affected areas; tests are ongoing, with updates via county channels and guidance available online.

A tractor-trailer overturned in northwest Charlotte, closing the I-485 ramp, with traffic expected to flow normally by the afternoon. No injuries reported.

The State Auditor is set to release a report on the $305k settlement for Charlotte Police Chief Jennings amid calls for transparency in city council dealings.

NCDOT awarded a $6.8 million contract to replace Shopton Road bridge over Coffey Creek and expects completion by summer 2027, with detours starting January 2026.

The City of Hickory is hosting its annual Trunk or Treat Fall Festival on October 25th at the Brown Penn Recreation Center, featuring games, raffles, and candy for a family-friendly Halloween event.

Cabarrus County, NC, celebrates its first Creek Week with events to promote awareness and preservation of local waterways, supported by local organizations and Subaru Concord.

Several Union County towns are rerouting voters to new polling locations due to changes in precincts, affecting residents of Mineral Springs, Marvin, Marshville, Wesley Chapel, and Wingate.

A Gaston County School district employee's social media post relating to conservative figure Charlie Kirk's death sparked an investigation. The district is reviewing the comment for adherence to professional conduct policies.

Hickory's Trunk or Treat event on October 14th focuses on civic pride and education about public service professions, with activities for families and individuals with disabilities.

Tobacco Road is set to perform at Hickory's Sails Original Music Series, offering a free show of folk rock music blending southern soul and progressive blues on Friday at Union Square.

Huntersville Rosenwald School #2 celebrates its centennial, marking a legacy of African American education in Mecklenburg County, with a special event featuring alumni and a historical marker unveiling.

The National Weather Service predicts a week of pleasant weather for Charlotte, with sunshine, mild temperatures, and light winds, providing great conditions for outdoor activities.