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A Flood Watch runs through 8 p.m. Monday across several High Country counties as forecasters warn 2–4 inches of rain could cause flash flooding in low‑lying areas.
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AIA Charlotte is pushing to preserve the Court Arcade’s 1920s facade after Digital Realty filed a demolition permit as it expands uptown data‑center capacity.
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Charlotte firefighters rushed to a working structure fire in the 1100 block of Homestead Glen Boulevard early Monday. Officials released only an initial alert as crews worked the scene.
Overnight storms triggered a flash flood warning for Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties; heavy rain and rapid runoff made roads and low‑lying areas hazardous.
NWS Raleigh issued a flood advisory for Richmond County through Sunday night. Drivers should avoid flooded roads and seek higher ground in low‑lying areas.
The NWS put Lancaster County under a severe thunderstorm warning while watches covered nearby Chester, Chesterfield and Union counties. Expect 60 mph gusts, quarter‑size hail and pockets of heavy rain.
A person was seriously injured Sunday after being electrocuted in south Charlotte, Medic says. The incident comes after severe storms knocked down power lines across the area.
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Chicory Restaurant and The Bake Shop at Chicory held a ribbon-cutting last Tuesday on Main Street, returning chef Jasmine Mohamed with a New Orleans–leaning menu and bakery.
Foggy start in Charlotte, then storms and heavy downpours this afternoon. Localized flash flooding possible in parts of the region.
CMPD is investigating a homicide on the 7100 block of Wallace Road in southeast Charlotte. Detectives are processing the scene and authorities have released few details.
Smoke was showing on arrival at a structure fire in the 8100 block of Lobilia Lane, the Charlotte Fire Department said; initial posts did not list injuries.
A 20-year-old man was shot and killed in northeast Charlotte on April 2, 2024. Charlotte-Mecklenburg police say detectives are investigating and ask anyone with information to call.
La Pizzeria opened in June at Shelby’s Rail Trail Boardwalk, offering pies and slices with French-inflected flavors. It’s the latest small-business arrival on Warren Street.
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