An employee was killed in an accident at a Siemens Energy facility in Charlotte on December 18, with authorities and the North Carolina Department of Labor investigating.

One person died in a traffic accident on South Boulevard in Charlotte, with details and the cause of the crash still under investigation by local police.

A Catawba man was sentenced to 10 years for trafficking fentanyl and meth after pleading guilty. His arrest followed law enforcement finding drugs and a gun in his car.

Charlotte residents will celebrate MLK Jr. Day with community cleanups at four locations on January 20th, in collaboration with local organizations. Volunteers must register in advance.

The National Weather Service predicts a wet week for Charlotte, NC, with intermittent showers and overcast days, and temperatures ranging from the mid-20s to mid-50s°F.

Charlotte businessman Peter Anthony Thomas is sentenced to 18 months in prison for tax offenses, including failing to pay over $2.5 million in taxes. He must also pay restitution and will have a supervised release.

Indian Trail Town Hall will close from Dec. 24-26 for Christmas. Services resume Dec. 27. Website and Public Works provide support and information on adjusted waste collection schedules.

Mecklenburg County is revising its Hazard Mitigation Plan, soliciting public input through a virtual meeting on January 9th and online surveys to maintain FEMA funding access.

City officials plan to cut down five trees at Holbrook Park to prevent potential safety risks to the public and infrastructure. The move is unrelated to any expansion plans for the park.

The David B. Waymer Recreation Center will host a 2-hour tribute to MLK Jr. on Jan 20, 2025, including a Mobile Museum with exhibits on the Civil Rights Movement.

Charlotte Douglas International Airport anticipates a 6% increase in travelers this holiday season, with staff ready to assist the 2.75 million passengers expected between Dec 20 and Jan 5.

Local sand drop-off sites in Englewood and Don Pedro/Knight Islands are changing their schedule for the holidays, closing on Dec. 24, 25, 31, and Jan. 1.

A York County judge is set to rule on the dispute over Silfab Solar's panel plant in Fort Mill, with concerns over its chemical use and proximity to schools.