The Catawba County Sheriff's Office announced upcoming court appearances for suspects arrested on June 5, via Facebook. Details of the arrests remain undisclosed.

Toland Huff Jr. was arrested for attempted first-degree murder by the Catawba County Sheriff's Office. Further details on the case or Huff's bond have not been provided.

Carol Mecimore has been appointed as Lincoln County's new 911 Communications Manager starting June 14, 2025, bringing over 30 years of public safety experience.

The Hickory community mourns the on-duty loss of 20-year-old Firefighter Jake Bridges, a dedicated professional, despite exhaustive rescue efforts following his sudden collapse.

Mecklenburg County Public Health celebrates the installation of its 50th Edible Landscape, a program aiming to combat food insecurity through community gardens.

A judge revoked bond for Garon Killian, who faces charges from a previous shooting and a recent mass shooting in Catawba County, considering him a community danger.

Parents and teachers demanded answers at a Charlotte-Mecklenburg school board meeting after the sudden suspension and retirement of Ardrey Kell High's principal, seeking transparency from district leaders.

Eight individuals were arrested following a mass shooting at a pool party in Catawba County, with charges including attempted murder. The investigation involved local authorities, the FBI, and State Bureau of Investigation.

Charlotte plans to donate three surplus vehicles to Johnson C Smith University Police. The donation includes a 2011 Ford Crown Victoria and two Ford Explorers from 2017 and 2018.

The National Weather Service forecasts a warm day with possible evening thunderstorms in Charlotte, warning of possible severe weather over the weekend.

A firefighter from the Hickory Fire Department died after a medical emergency while on duty. Details are scarce; the community and department are supporting the family.

The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office introduced "Studio W5HY?", a music studio in their Detention Center, aimed at rehabilitating inmates through music and spoken word, with support from the Tim Bergling Foundation.

York County's FY 2026 Budget, which focuses on infrastructure and tax adjustments, has been approved, eliminating daily park entrance fees and ensuring smoother commutes for residents.