Construction of Fire Station 6 at Concord-Padgett Regional Airport in Concord, NC, which will house Blaze 1 and Blaze 2 and serve the surrounding area, is underway, as shared by the city's fire department.

Kirsten Rhea Taylor, 28, faces four felony charges of animal cruelty after videos surfaced showing her allegedly mistreating dogs at Classy Critters Pet Resort in Mooresville. The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating.

The City of Hickory is hosting a Back to School Bash on August 23 at Taft Broome Park to prepare kids for school with fun activities and free haircuts.

Charlotte, NC, faces a heatwave with temperatures reaching up to 101°F, prompting health and safety warnings and advisories for residents to stay cool and hydrated.

Gastonia has released guidelines for a cooling station to aid residents against summer heat, outlining operations based on temperature forecasts, and a set of rules for safety and respect, effective through August 6, 2025.

Monroe Fire Department's Recruit Class 25 completes their 17th week of training with live fire control exercises, simulating real firefighting scenarios.

The Mooresville Bands, Brews & BBQ Festival returns this September with local and national music acts, BBQ food trucks, craft beer, and family entertainment, remaining a free event.

The Monroe Police Department has started a targeted speed enforcement campaign as part of the North Carolina Governor's Highway Safety Program, running from July 21-27.

NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson is leading a lawsuit to release $165 million in education funds frozen by the Trump administration, affecting statewide school districts and threatening programs at institutions like the Dream Center Academy.

The Voluntary Agricultural Districts program in Cabarrus County is a key initiative to preserve over 64,000 acres of farmland, combatting urban development pressures and supporting local farmers.

Charlotte's Sugar Creek corridor faces rising crime and neglect, prompting a community rally for increased police presence, better lighting, and camera surveillance to improve safety and area conditions.

Concord's downtown area now includes new music features and free Wi-Fi on Union Street, enhancing the city's cultural and tech offerings for residents and visitors.

Beko Technologies settled for $3.6 million over false claims on PPP loan applications, after misrepresenting its employee count as part of a larger enterprise.