A Charlotte woman was arrested after police say she drove off in an 18‑year‑old's car while he was inside; family tracked him and he escaped by jumping from the stopped vehicle.

Camden has imposed mandatory water restrictions after the Catawba‑Wateree basin entered Stage 2. Irrigation is limited to two overnight waterings a week and violations can bring fines or disconnection.

Local reporting says a 22-year-old was arrested on I‑77 after an alleged high-speed DWI with two children in the car; charges listed include child abuse and resisting an officer.

Charlotte crews responded Friday night to a structure fire on the 9000 block of Broad Ridge Court. Early alerts said Engine 28 was on scene with "command smoke showing."

Kemba Walker opened a 54,000-square-foot sports academy in downtown Concord and hosted an inaugural invitational this weekend with 60+ teams. The facility houses courts, a training center and film rooms.

Local reporting says a 27-year-old was arrested after shots were fired into a boyfriend's Charlotte apartment on May 31; no one was injured. Legal context and tips for witnesses are included.

DaBaby’s No Knife Chicken & Waffles is slated to open mid‑July at 700 Atando Ave in north Charlotte, promising chicken-and-waffles, a full bar and late-night hours.

Two people were arrested after a string of street robberies that targeted Latino residents in Charlotte. Police tracked a white Jeep using traffic cameras and made arrests near I-485.

Myers Park Baptist has voted to remove “Baptist” from its name — the congregation will now be known as Myers Park Covenant Church, leaders say.

Muggy morning turns into mid-90s with a 30–40% chance of storms this afternoon. Isolated strong gusts possible; cooling centers are available.

Virginia firm RockBridge paid $10.5M for the 81‑unit Meadow Creek Townhomes in Concord. The purchase fits the investor’s Southeast, value‑add strategy.

Charlotte Symphony plays Kannapolis' Village Park tomorrow with a fireworks finale. Free, family-friendly kickoff to July 4th.

Monroe police released surveillance photos after a June 24 snatch‑and‑grab at Kay Jewelers; the suspect fled on foot and is marked by hand tattoos. Tips may qualify for a reward.