Mecklenburg County announces summer hours for outdoor water attractions starting at the end of May, offering daily sprayground operations, variable pool hours, swim lessons for kids, and a summer schedule for Ramsey Creek Beach.

Charlotte Fire Department focuses on mental health, providing programs and support systems like the Peer Support Team and Lighthouse App to aid firefighters with stress and trauma.

A child and adult were hospitalized after a Nissan Maxima lost control, overturned, and hit a building in Gastonia on May 2. The child was ejected from the car; both are in serious condition.

The Steele Creek community in Charlotte experienced a shooting on Archdale Drive, resulting in one fatality and two injured; police are investigating with no suspects yet identified.

Lincoln County is considering reforming the Lake Norman Marine Commission to improve its regulatory role and better protect the lake's environmental quality and recreational use.

Charlotte's proposed FY2026 budget, at $3.65 billion, avoids tax hikes while funding youth programs, public safety, a new animal adoption center, solid waste improvements, and supports minority businesses.

Darren Anthony Ransom was charged for allegedly slashing over 30 car tires in a Publix parking lot in Ballantyne. Witnesses saw the attack, and he was later detained nearby.

Randolph Middle School in Charlotte experienced a brief lockdown due to "inappropriate parent behavior." The situation was quickly resolved, with classes resuming and normal dismissal.

The article details the weekly weather forecast for Charlotte, with mixed conditions including sunny skies, showers, and potential thunderstorms, and temperatures ranging from mid-50s to low 80s.

An elderly resident died in a Union County house fire, while a second occupant escaped and was hospitalized. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Steven Osbey has agreed to pay $4,711,159 to settle allegations of billing Medicaid for non-existent physician home visits at his clinic, Reign & Inspirations, LLC.

A 15-year-old boy in Charlotte has been charged with multiple larcenies and gun possession after being linked to several crimes, including vehicle theft and firearm theft. He was apprehended after escaping a court-ordered facility.

An intentional explosion and fire damaged a home in Charlotte's Dilworth neighborhood; the incident endangered lives and caused an estimated $445,000 in property damage.