Greg Walter, President and GM of Charlotte Motor Speedway, is selected as the Grand Marshal for Concord's 97th Christmas parade, recognizing his contributions to racing and community initiatives.

Mecklenburg County celebrates the adoption of 89 youth on National Adoption Day with festivities and a ceremony at the county courthouse, highlighting the ongoing need for foster and adoptive parents.

A man was fatally shot in Uptown Charlotte before crashing his vehicle; CMPD is investigating the homicide with no details on charges or the victim's identity released.

A woman was arrested for assaulting a school officer during a meeting about a middle schooler in Statesville, escalating from a verbal altercation to physical aggression.

Charlotte's weather forecast indicates increasing clouds with a high near 73°F and windy conditions, clearing up by evening with a brisk night ahead, followed by sunny and mostly sunny days throughout the week.

A pump station malfunction in Hickory led to 1.8 million gallons of wastewater spilling into a creek, with officials investigating the environmental and health impacts.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash on Wilkinson Boulevard where 73-year-old Terry Honeycutt was hit and killed by a Ford Escape.

The City of Charlotte seeks speakers for its data conference on urban development, slated for February 9, 2026, focusing on data's role in equitable city growth.

Catawba County is encouraging residents to recycle used cooking oil to prevent clogging pipes and to produce biodiesel fuel, with convenient drop-off locations provided.

Border Patrol agents are set to arrive in Charlotte, which has sparked discussions on immigration enforcement. Sheriff McFadden stated local law enforcement won't partake in federal actions, while Mayor Lyles called for calm amid unverified rumors.

A 15-year-old was fatally shot during a suspected vehicle break-in spree by a Lincolnton resident. The incident led to debates on self-defense laws; no charges were filed against the shooter.

A Charlotte apartment fire displaced 16 people; no injuries were reported. Firefighters responded quickly, saving residents and a pet. The cause is under investigation, and the Red Cross is providing aid.

The 1774 Alexander Rock House in Mecklenburg County received a rare statewide historic significance designation.