The National Weather Service forecasts a hot week for Charlotte, N.C., with high temperatures and chances of evening thunderstorms, and advises caution for potential severe weather.

North Carolina's Lincoln and Catawba counties are redrawing their border based on a new law aligning it with the 2020 Census, affecting services and potentially complicating jurisdictional matters for residents and businesses.

Cabarrus County's ITS Department won first place in the Digital Counties Survey for enhancing civic engagement with technology, such as an Early Voting Wait Times app. This marks their consistent top 10 presence over 13 years.

Ninth Avenue Drive Northwest in Hickory will be closed from July 15 to July 17 due to a N.C. Department of Transportation project. Detours will be available.

Charlotte Fire's Citizen's Fire Academy offers residents hands-on emergency services training starting August 21, aiming to build understanding and trust in the community.

The NWS forecasts typical summer weather with possible thunderstorms for Charlotte, NC, advising caution for potential severe weather and flash flooding.

The Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office uses social media to educate residents on tech tools to prevent car theft, highlighting apps that manage vehicles remotely, dash cams with motion alerts, and using Apple AirTags for tracking.

A person was rescued by firefighters after their car fell 50 feet off an embankment in Gaston County. They used a rope system and transported the individual to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

William R. Davie Park in Charlotte has reopened its updated recycling center with expanded services and staff assistance, now accepting a wider range of materials.

The FBI announced the safe recovery of 13-year-old Valeria Gonzalez Hernandez, canceling the Amber Alert issued after she went missing in Mount Airy, NC.

Hickory, NC will encounter traffic disruptions due to North Center Street's closure for sewer repair from July 14-25, with detours planned for affected residents.

The Statesville Police Department is hiring a new full-time officer, seeking individuals with integrity to positively impact the community and meet specific qualifications.

Hillsborough County is renovating Gandy Boat Ramp in Tampa, with upgrades to the docks beginning on July 14 and expected to finish by August 11, ensuring minimal disruption for boaters.