The FBI's Charlotte office hosted a program for Citizens Academy alumni and FBINAA Youth to improve community relations, covering active shooter responses and crime scene procedures.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Victim Services Unit held a vigil to honor those lost to gun violence and to advocate for an end to such tragedies.

Union County enhances food safety with a recent Certified Food Protection Manager course, preparing local food workers in best practices and sanitation to ensure public health.

JetZero is creating a new factory in Greensboro, NC, pledging to create 14,500 jobs over 10 years with a $4.7 billion investment. The facility aims to produce the fuel-efficient Z4 aircraft, boosting the local and state economy.

Jamal McDaniel was sentenced to 15 years for meth distribution and firearm offenses in Asheville, NC, following a collaborative law enforcement effort.

The National Weather Service forecasts a week of showers and thunderstorms for Charlotte, with high humidity and temperatures ranging from 71°F to 89°F. Residents are advised to stay updated on changing weather conditions.

A sixth person, Charles Rodell Kincaid III, has been charged with attempted first-degree murder in connection with a Catawba County mass shooting at a house party.

The FBI Charlotte has announced its collaboration with ICE, HSI Atlanta, and the DEA in a large-scale immigration enforcement operation, focusing on integrated law enforcement efforts. Details on the outcomes of the operation are not disclosed.

A man in Caldwell County was charged by the NC SBI with human trafficking and promoting prostitution of a minor. The SBI is seeking information from the public and the investigation continues.

Hickory's Saturday Screenings offer free outdoor movies this summer, starting with "Indiana Jones" on July 12. Films rated PG, with concessions and games available.

Kannapolis Police Department organizes a school supply drive for local students, collecting items like bookbags and writing tools at City Hall until July 31.

Bojangles, a fast food chain, considers a sale over $1.5 billion, aiming to expand its footprint and riding the growth in chicken-oriented restaurants.

A man was found dead from a gunshot wound at the Parkstone at Indian Land apartments in a suspected homicide, with an ongoing investigation and no suspects identified yet.