The Kannapolis Youth Council honored its graduating seniors and elected new members for the 2025-2026 term, with students from various local schools participating.

The Sails Original Music Series in downtown Hickory will feature the Holler Choir on Friday at 7 p.m. It's a free concert showcasing the band's unique blend of old-time, Americana, and bluegrass music.

Six individuals were arrested for the murder of 40-year-old Larisha Thompson and a related Lancaster County burglary, with charges including murder and attempted armed robbery.

A fire on Angel Oak Drive, Huntersville was contained quickly by firefighters, sparing a home and limiting damage to 3 vehicles. Investigations into the cause are ongoing.

Mecklenburg County distributed over $4.2 million to 11,226 residents through LIEAP for heating assistance, with one-time payments to utility companies.

A 70-year-old Newton man died after a crash on NC Highway 127 in Hickory when his truck hit a sign and a guardrail. Neither speed nor alcohol were factors.

The National Weather Service expects heavy rain and thunderstorms in Charlotte, causing possible minor urban flooding, with a bright outlook by Thursday.

A man, William Sterling Yoder, was killed in Charlotte when his bicycle was hit by a semi-truck. The crash is being investigated, and the semi-truck driver is cooperating with authorities.

A 25-year-old man died in an ATV crash in Iredell County, with alcohol possibly contributing and no seatbelt worn.

A Harris Teeter in north Charlotte was intentionally set on fire, requiring over 90 firefighters to control the blaze. The arson caused approximately $500,000 in damage.

Charlotte's oldest Dairy Queen on Wilkinson Boulevard was sold for $1.1 million to Khan & Singh Property Management LLC, with future plans undisclosed.

Interim Wadesboro Police Chief Jason Eschert retired amid a K-9 controversy and threats of violence, with former Chief Thedis Spencer set to return temporarily.

Charlotte's weather forecast predicts showers and thunderstorms throughout the week, with high chances of rain and possibly heavy rainfall on certain days.