Charlotte-Mecklenburg leaders urge residents to prepare for extreme heat from June 23-25 and advise precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. Cooling stations are available, and assistance is offered for vulnerable populations.

Denarion Gordon, 18, voluntarily surrendered to Rock Hill police, facing charges of attempted murder and firearm possession during a violent crime, related to a June 2 shooting. Two other suspects were previously arrested for the same incident.

North Carolina's DHHS seeks public input on LIHEAP block grant fund use for 2025-2026 through an online plan review and a webinar for community discussion.

A man named Timothy Travis Pride was arrested for a shooting at a Food Lion parking lot in Charlotte that left one person with life-threatening injuries. Shell casings and a detached bumper were found at the scene.

Parents of a boy killed after being hit by a car in Gaston County accepted plea deals; the father received a suspended sentence and probation, while the mother also received probation. They must follow DSS guidelines and take parenting classes.

Hickory opens youth soccer and football registration, with free sign-ups for residents and a $40 fee for nonresidents. Age and equipment fees apply, and birth certificates and physicals are needed.

Charlotte's Unified Development Ordinance enabled Habitat for Humanity to build a new affordable duplex in West Charlotte, marking a milestone in diverse housing options.

Charlotte is set for a heatwave with highs nearing 98°F and heat indices up to 102°F. The NWS urges precautions and may issue a Heat Advisory for urban areas like Charlotte.

Recruit Class 25 at the Monroe Fire Department is completing Week 13 of academy training, covering Safety and Survival, Aircraft Rescue, and the Blue Card command system. They received expert insights from MedCenter Air.

A 19-year-old, Colton Adkins, was charged with involuntary manslaughter after accidentally shooting and killing his friend, Jayden Hicks, in Rowan County.

An armed man fired an assault rifle from his apartment in Monroe, leading to a standoff with police, who eventually took him into custody for a mental health evaluation without any injuries occurring.

Monroe Police are investigating a fatal early morning accident where a woman was struck by a car and died, despite life-saving efforts. They urge witnesses to provide information.

Charlotte faces intense heat with mid to upper 90s temperatures and potentially hazardous heat indices; advisories suggest staying hydrated and indoors.