Mecklenburg County announces service closures for Good Friday, April 18, 2025, with some emergency lines remaining open.

The forecast for Charlotte promises a week of mostly sunny weather with a gentle swing in temperatures, including highs near 63 and 85 degrees. Winds might pick up on Monday.

An updated age-progression photo of missing Cornelius girl, Madalina Cojocari, was released by the Cornelius PD and NCMEC on her 14th birthday, aiming to reinvigorate the search.

The City of Charlotte promotes year-round environmental stewardship, offering citizen engagement through recycling, local initiatives, volunteer events, energy plans, subsidies for sustainable practices, and green space enhancement.

The Mecklenburg County Office of Economic Development is hosting a virtual seminar series in May called "What’s Next 2025" to help local business owners scale their operations.

The Special Olympics Spring Games at Cherry Park were cancelled due to bad weather, with a focus on safety for participants. No rescheduled date is available.

Local leaders in Mecklenburg County endorse House Bill 948 (PAVE Act) to improve transportation, led by Rep. Cotham. The bill aims to create better mobility options and connectivity in the county.

Union County government offices will close on April 18 for Good Friday, resuming on April 21. The landfill operates normally, while recreational parks remain open. Library and other services are available online during this period.

Mecklenburg County departments were honored with safety awards from the N.C. Department of Labor, recognizing their commitment to workplace safety, with a ceremony held on April 8.

Lamarie Austin-Stripling is set to join the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners, bringing community service experience and a strong educational background to the role.

Rep. Tricia Cotham has introduced the PAVE Act (House Bill 948) to improve Charlotte-Mecklenburg's transportation system, with plans for revenue allocation and transit enhancements.

Mecklenburg County announced a series of Earth Day events from April 21-27, including clean-ups, hikes, workshops, and a Take-Back event, encouraging community engagement and environmental sustainability.

A road closure is planned in Charlotte County for pipe repairs at the intersection of Sunset Boulevard East and Bermont Road from April 14-18, causing detours.