Charlotte to host the 2027 World Military Games, the first in the US, expecting 10,000 athletes from 100+ nations, which may significantly boost the local economy.

A school bus crash in Steele Creek led to seven non-life-threatening injuries. Initial reports on the number of students varied, but were corrected to five. A "minor fender bender" was how the school district described the incident.

Concord's Buildings and Grounds Department is starting spring cleaning in local cemeteries on April 7, requesting residents to remove personal items by April 7 to avoid their disposal.

Kannapolis introduces a free weekend shuttle service, the West Avenue Express, to ease downtown parking stress, with routes including Cannon Baller games. The service is ADA accessible and runs Fridays and Saturdays from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Iredell County Sheriff's deputies trained in using ROVs for search and recovery on Lake Norman, enhancing their underwater operation skills for emergencies.

Three individuals involved in a burglary in Weddington's Highgate were caught by coordinated law enforcement efforts, and are linked to a transnational crime group.

Mecklenburg County has announced a voluntary project to elevate homes at risk of flooding, funded by FEMA and backed by NCEM, seeking public comments before May 3.

Charlotte released 14 Draft Community Area Plans, part of the larger Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Plan, detailing urban design and transportation recommendations, seeking public feedback.

Charlotte's weather forecast predicts a mostly sunny weekend with rising temps, high near 88°F, and windy conditions. Showers likely by Sunday afternoon.

Lincoln County expects traffic delays due to a 460,496-pound transformer moved overnight on April 3rd, with journeys beginning at 9 pm on April 2nd and potential impacts starting at 1 am.

The Cabarrus County Spring into Safety event on April 11 promotes health and safety awareness, featuring medication take-backs, car seat checks, and various fun activities for families.

Charlotte's weekend offers a mix of festivals, film, food, and fitness events, from the SHOUT! festival to the Charlotte Latino Film Festival and BBQ, wine, and brew festivities, plus a 5K and fitness classes at Bank of America Stadium.

Charlotte Water's sewer line project on Sutters Run Lane will close the entrance to the Hamptons and slightly shift eastbound traffic on Sam Furr Road for 8-10 weeks.