China Grove will hold a public hearing on May 6 to discuss raising property tax rates for the South Rowan Fire Service District to fund fire service operations.

CMPD shifts focus to nurturing community ties through regular engagement and events aiming to foster a sense of security and trust between officers and Charlotte residents.

Charlotte celebrated Earth Week by planting pollinator gardens at Reid Park Academy, an initiative enhancing local ecosystems and providing educational resources.

Charlotte firefighter William Holland participates in the Tap Cancer Out BJJ Open to support cancer research, reflecting a commitment to public service and awareness of occupational cancer risks faced by firefighters.

Charlotte Catholics mourn Pope Francis's death, remembering his inclusivity and social justice efforts, reflecting on his impact, and anticipating a new papacy.

Charlotte's National Weather Service predicts clouds, showers, and thunderstorms in the coming days with a 50% chance of precipitation today and a high of 83°F.

Two men in Iredell County were arrested for receiving a meth shipment from California; approximately three pounds of meth with a street value of $137,300 were seized.

An 18-year-old driver died in a car crash in Steele Creek Division, with three passengers sustaining life-threatening injuries. The CMPD is investigating the incident.

A 5-year-old girl with Down syndrome was quickly located in York County using a new tracking program after she wandered off. The success of Project Lifesaver is highlighted, which provides bracelets to track individuals with cognitive conditions.

Gaston County features a public library book sale, a Board of Commissioners meeting, a writer's workshop, a behind-the-scenes tour of Tony's Ice Cream, and sports and cultural events.

A man in Gastonia surrendered after a two-hour standoff with police while barricaded with a juvenile; he faces kidnapping and resisting officer charges.

Jie Huang, 40, died after a fall on the Blue Ridge Parkway while hiking near the Boone Fork Trail. Despite CPR efforts by responders, he was pronounced dead on the scene.

Mecklenburg County is hosting Scam Jam, an event to educate seniors on scam prevention, with various agencies like the U.S. Department of Justice participating.