An elderly man died after his pickup truck rear-ended a Yukon in south Charlotte; police are investigating and do not suspect speed or impairment as factors.

The search continues for Candice Jean Aufrecht, missing since March 8, 2023. She was last seen at a Lincolnton Chick-fil-A with Zachary Ramey. Authorities seek public help.

Charlotte County announces winners of the 2025 Pets of Charlotte calendar photo contest with a record 660 submissions and details pickup locations for the free calendar.

A boil water notice is in effect for the Burnt Store area due to repairs at a water treatment plant, with guidance to use boiled or bottled water until further notice.

A cold weather shelter will open in Charlotte County due to dropping temperatures, requiring pre-registration for guests by 8 p.m. at the Charlotte CARE Center.

Charlotte mourns Ta'Haley Payton, found dead after disappearing in late November. Payton was last seen on Charlottetowne Avenue; details of her death are pending.

One person died in an early morning crash on I-485 in northeast Charlotte, with emergency services responding and an investigation underway. Traffic delays were minimal.

Charlotte is experiencing a cold morning at 29°F with sunny skies expected and highs near 50°F. Calm conditions continue with a clear and cold night ahead. The weekend brings mixed weather including a possibility of rain.

Two South Carolina residents were indicted on extortion, cyberstalking, and wire fraud charges linked to actions that allegedly resulted in a victim's suicide.

Marshawn Devon Sanders was sentenced to life in prison for a 2020 fatal shooting at a Gastonia store, which also involved an attack on his ex-girlfriend and her child.

Charlotte police introduce the Civilian Crash Investigation Unit to handle minor car crashes, aiming to free up patrol officers and reduce response times.

East Mecklenburg High School was on a modified lockdown due to social media threats. Instruction continued with limited hallway movement and increased security. The nature of the threats wasn't disclosed, but disciplinary actions were mentioned.

A Morganton man, Michael Joel Davis, faces charges after driving impaired into a fire station and being involved in a hit-and-run. No injuries were reported, and he will appear in court on March 7, 2025.