Union County Police warn of increased car thefts due to "warm-up thefts" where unattended, idling cars are stolen. Justin Simpson was recently arrested in connection with such a theft.

One individual died and several were injured in a four-vehicle crash in Charlotte where impairment and speed are suspected factors. Felix Davila is facing charges upon hospital discharge.

Colton Floren was shot dead by a Pineville officer in Tavern 51's lot following a 911 call about threats with a gun. He reportedly ignored police commands and made a sudden gesture leading to the shooting. Investigations are ongoing.

Atrium Health and Novant Health in North Carolina have instituted temporary visitor restrictions in their hospitals due to increased respiratory illnesses.

An 82-year-old moped rider, Dashrathlal Barot, died from injuries one month after a Charlotte hit-and-run. Authorities are searching for a black sedan involved in the incident.

The Union County Sheriff's Office honors Greensboro Police Officer Mike Horan, who died in December 2024 while on duty, highlighting the bond within law enforcement.

The weather in Charlotte is set to clear up later today, with a high near 49°F and light winds, after a cloudy morning. Clear skies continue tonight and through the week, with rain expected over the weekend.

The Union County Sheriff’s Office arrested tennis coach Timi Kano Solomon for alleged sexual assault of a minor, urging others with information to come forward.

A Pineville officer shot and killed a suspect in a parking lot incident; the officer is on leave pending investigations by local police and the NCSBI.

Charlotte experiences a frosty morning with temperatures in the low 20s, expecting sunny skies and a high of 41°F later. The forecast includes warnings for patchy black ice on roads.

Mecklenburg County government offices will close on January 20, 2025, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, including parks and aquatic centers, while emergency hotlines remain open.

Mecklenburg County invites residents to a public hearing on Jan. 22, 2025, to voice their opinions on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, with options to speak, email, or mail feedback.

A passenger died after a Datsun was hit by a Buick and collided with a Toyota SUV in York County. The crash is under investigation, with the deceased's identity not yet released.