A 16-year-old was killed in a shooting at a Rock Hill QuikTrip, with 17-year-old Carnell Mike arrested and facing adult charges for murder and firearms offenses.

The Carolina Panthers won't host fans at their 2025 and 2026 training camps due to construction, but will hold their annual Fan Fest on August 2nd at Bank of America Stadium.

Catawba County announces a free hazardous waste disposal event on May 3 at the Hickory American Legion Fairgrounds, with certain exclusions and benefits for participants.

Firefighters responded to a significant house fire in southwest Charlotte, which caused $192,000 in damage and displaced two residents; the blaze is deemed accidental.

South Rowan district schedules a public hearing on May 6 for taxpayer input on the proposed fire service tax hike.

Officer Stephen Brown of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police was placed on unpaid leave after a DUI arrest by Clover Police while off-duty. His past 19 years of service are noted amid an ongoing internal probe.

Officers from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police found a gunshot victim in University City who later died; they are investigating the homicide and seeking community assistance.

Jared Steele has been awarded the 2025 Bobby Cobb Award for his outstanding service as a Union County Parks & Recreation employee, impacting conservation and community initiatives.

A missing man with cognitive issues in Mooresville was quickly found and safely returned home through the efforts of the Iredell County Sheriff's Office and the Project Lifesaver program.

The BOC meeting on April 21, 2025, concluded with the approval of five agenda items, including those with substantial financial outcomes for community projects.

The draft EA for King's Branch Stream Restoration in Mecklenburg County is available for public review to address flood risks for local structures and involves stream restoration and sewer realignment. Public comments are open until May 22nd.

The NWS forecasts rain and potential thunderstorms in Charlotte with temperatures in the mid-60s to high 70s, gusty winds, and a foggy outlook for commuters.

The Carolina Panthers are preparing for a significant first-round pick in the NFL Draft, with the team's history of successful selections and focus on adaptable talent like Jalon Walker.