A fatal early morning crash on I-85 South near Beatties Ford Road resulted in one death and closed lanes for 2.5 hours; the cause is under investigation.

The National Weather Service forecasts a week of wet weather for Charlotte, with an increasing chance of showers and persistent damp conditions until sunshine returns by Friday.

Two minor earthquakes hit near Marion, North Carolina, early morning on Oct. 24, with magnitudes of 2.2 and 2.1. They were felt locally but caused no significant damage.

Nolan Kyle Nance, 43, from Vale, was arrested by the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office on 16 counts of child sexual exploitation after an FBI-informed investigation led to incriminating electronic devices at his home.

Charlotte's 2025 Urban Design Awards (Urbies) honored outstanding urban design projects and community contributors, including Great Development Near Transit and Great Suburban Design winners.

Sunny skies and a high near 66 degrees are forecasted for Charlotte today, with a partly cloudy evening and lows around 41 degrees. Similar conditions expected on Sunday with a light northeast wind throughout.

Monroe Police find no grounds for charges after a thorough investigation into an accident involving a teen on an electric scooter; the driver was not impaired or speeding.

Gastonia Police, with K-9 assistance, arrested two car theft suspects after a neighbor reported the crime, highlighting the importance of community vigilance and police-canine teamwork.

The Gastonia Police Department in North Carolina announced the promotion of one of its officers to Corporal Snyder, emphasizing community ties and leadership.

Salisbury is undergoing major redevelopment with projects for improving its infrastructure, rail access, and historical buildings, funded by federal grants, state programs, and local investments.

Lane closures on I-85 in Gaston County are ongoing due to a geotechnical investigation for a future widening project, affecting overnight traffic through the end of the month.

Salisbury, NC, received an $850,000 grant for renovations to the former Wells Fargo Building to improve aesthetics and safety. The project's design will be completed by Spring 2026, with construction starting in the summer.

CMPD identified Justin Westbrook Carlton as a homicide victim and named Joseph Andrade as the suspect. The SBI is investigating a related officer-involved shooting.