The westbound lane of Appleton Blvd in Charlotte County will be closed for repairs from April 21-23, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Detours and caution are advised.

McGuire Park in Port Charlotte will close temporarily from May 5-9, 2025, for lighting installations and repairs. Residents are advised to use alternative recreation areas during this period.

Article on Iredell County's 911 telecommunicators describing their critical role, intense training, teamwork, and the emotional challenges they face, emphasizing the importance of their work during emergencies.

Iredell County supports a bill for easier access to new birth certificates for adoptees at local offices, aiming to expedite the process currently managed by the state's Vital Records office.

Charlotte enjoys sunny weather with a high of 83°F and light breezes, with a calm evening ahead. The sunny trend will continue, but rain chances increase starting Tuesday.

Chanceler Timothy Johnson, charged with second-degree murder, was arrested after a standoff following a domestic disturbance call in Alexander County.

The "2024 State of Our Children" report revealed a high number of child abuse investigations, young victims of sexual abuse, and the role of social media in predatory behavior in Cabarrus County.

The York County Sheriff's Office arrested Ja'Quaireous Mobley for a homicide in Rock Hill, SC, where a family member was fatally shot. The investigation is ongoing.

A 6-year-old girl died in a house fire in Lancaster County, SC. Authorities, including SLED's child fatality unit, are investigating the cause of the blaze.

HUD commemorates Fair Housing Month with the theme "Faith, Freedom, & Fair Housing," focusing on efforts to promote equal housing opportunities and combat discrimination. Secretary Turner emphasizes ongoing initiatives for a fair housing market.

Ethan Smith named NC3C Communicator of Year; Catherine Lazorko receives Lifetime Achievement Award for their contributions to municipal communications.

Huntersville faces planned power outages next week for ElectriCities' infrastructure upgrade to underground lines, aiming to improve reliability and safety amid weather challenges.

Huntersville is renaming sections of Main Street to Thread Lane and Combs Lane to improve navigation and handle traffic after infrastructure changes, including new roundabouts.