Iredell County law enforcement arrested nine in drug raids and placed several children in protective services.

Madison Duncan appointed as Iredell County's Opioid Settlement Program & Financial Administrator, with a public health background and crisis management experience.

Mecklenburg County introduces QR code placards at historic sites, allowing smartphone users to easily access local history information about landmarks such as Savona Mill and Bojangles Coliseum.

Mecklenburg County is planning "Redefining Her Story," an event on Aug. 26, 2025, to celebrate Women's Equality Day and the 19th Amendment's 105th anniversary.

K-9 Cali, a respected drug detection dog, died after over seven years serving CMPD's Airport Unit. She was instrumental in seizing over 23,000 pounds of drugs and $8 million.

Two Charlotte men, Marcus Worrell and Kwamane Herriott-Cox, were charged with murder and additional felonies after a fatal stabbing and hit-and-run incident.

Hickory and Burke County officials have opened 12 new T-hangars at Hickory Regional Airport to support growth in their aviation community and boost local economies.

A mother fired a gun to break up a fight at a Charlotte back-to-school event, causing panic but no injuries, leading to her arrest and charges including going armed to the terror of the people.

Charlotte's forecast includes a week of showers and thunderstorms, with a significant chance of rain and potential flooding in some areas, accompanied by temperatures reaching the 80s.

Lincoln County reported its seventh rabies case of 2025 involving a skunk in a dog kennel; the dog, vaccinated, is monitored post-exposure. The county stressed the need for pet vaccinations.

Gaston County Police invite locals to National Night Out in Dallas Park for community building, while various other events, including a non-voting Commissioner session and cultural events, take place throughout the week.

Charlotte FC won their fifth straight MLS game with a late goal from Wilfried Zaha against FC Cincinnati, marking Zaha's ninth game with a goal contribution.

Union County seeks to boost local economies by attracting national retail and restaurant brands, as discussed in a recent development luncheon with municipal leaders.