Marquis Bynum of Charlotte was sentenced to 12 years for possessing child sexual abuse material and violating federal release, with lifetime supervision and a sex offender registry to follow.

The Charlotte Fire Department is recruiting new firefighters, announcing hiring phases and information sessions starting in June, with applications opening July 1st.

Gaston County Police seek help solving the theft of a lawn mower trailer and scrap copper from a Bessemer City backyard. They released a video of a suspect and request information, referencing case 2025-00036176.

The National Weather Service predicts a mostly sunny week in Charlotte, NC, with high temperatures and a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Winds will vary throughout the week, with hotter conditions expected early next week.

A vehicle overturned on NC 48, with the stable female driver rescued by Gaston Fire & Rescue. Lane closures were brief as multiple agencies responded and the scene was cleared.

Stallings police seek help to find vandals who defaced Blair Mill Park with blue spray paint on benches and signs. The community is urged to contact Detective Webster with any information.

Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) takes part in National Rail Safety Week, engaging the community with themed educational events to promote rail safety.

Charlotte plans to donate unclaimed transit system electronics to help victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. A City Council meeting on June 23, 2025, will decide on the policy.

Charlotte's waste collection services are suspended on Juneteenth, with pickups rescheduled for the following days. Residents can confirm changes via My Charlotte Lookup or text updates.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officers engaged with local residents of the North Tryon Division during a community event to foster public safety and trust.

The family of Jovontay Williams, who died in CMPD custody, filed a wrongful death suit alleging officers' excessive force and restraint asphyxia led to his death.

Charlotte announces the 2025 Creative Growth Grants, supporting various artistic endeavors in Mecklenburg County, with applications opening on June 19.

A person was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after an early morning shooting on I-85 near the Mecklenburg-Gaston County line. Traffic was affected, but details and suspect information remain unclear.