Charlotte police are probing a homicide following an early Wednesday assault report on Rozzelles Ferry Road, leading to a victim's death from gunshot wounds.

North Carolina Governor offers a $25,000 reward for information leading to the conviction of the murderers of Khari Ikeem Shytez Wilkes, who was fatally shot in Kannapolis.

Lincolnton invites families to the annual Lincolnton Apple Drop on December 31st, featuring music, food trucks, snowmaking, train rides, and giveaways, with road closures starting at 2 pm for the event.

E Robertson Road bridge near South Pointe High School in Rock Hill will close for replacement, impacting local traffic and requiring detours via Neely, Crawford, and Ogden Roads until June.

Sculptor Charles Pilkey donated his artwork, "The Architect’s Dream," to the Rowan Cabarrus Community College, enhancing the college's public art collection.

Rock Hill's Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department received awards for economic impact from Sports Destinations International and programming excellence from SCRPA.

Charlotte's Solid Waste Services announced its 2026 holiday schedule, with changes to select Monday holidays' collection routines and no yard waste pickup during these weeks.

Salisbury, NC announces road closure for tree pruning on South Fulton Street, scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on January 6, with weather alternative of January 7.

Recycling pickup delays occurred in Salisbury, NC, prompting the city to inform residents through social media to leave bins out for next-day collection. Reasons for the delay were unclear.

Rowan County Animal Shelter releases 2026 event schedule, highlighting community engagement and pet adoption with discount adoption events and a new Doggie Day Out Program.

A multi-car crash on E. Independence Blvd. involving an impaired driver led to injuries and disruption of holiday traffic; driver charged with DWI and reckless driving.

Charlotte experiences a cold morning with sunny skies and a high of 45°F. The clear weather will continue through New Year's Day, with a gradual warm-up. Rain is possible Friday night into Saturday, but Sunday should be ideal for outdoor activities.

Hickory's Eighth Ave NE will be closed for tree trimming on Jan 6-7, from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, affecting westbound traffic and limiting eastbound to one lane.