Russ Ferguson was sworn in as U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, with a background as a federal prosecutor and a partner at Womble Bond Dickinson.

UCSO in Monroe, NC, conducted a drug bust during a traffic stop, seizing cocaine, marijuana, and cash, and arresting Roger Peay, who now faces several felony charges.

The National Weather Service forecasts a week of pleasant weather in Charlotte, NC, becoming stormy by the weekend with a possibility of severe thunderstorms.

FDEM is hosting Elevate Florida program sessions in Englewood to help residents protect their homes against natural disasters, March 19-21 at the Tringali Community Center.

Charlotte, NC, celebrated International Women's Day with a focus on women in law enforcement, highlighted by a luncheon and a speech from former U.S. Attorney Dena King.

The Gaston County Sheriff's Office honors Deputy J. Seagle for her 52-year career during Women's History Month, noting her role as their first female officer.

Gaston County Sheriff's deputies read to students during Read Across America Week, an initiative to foster a love of reading among youngsters, showcasing community policing efforts.

The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office SC reported a fatal shooting involving a man, a woman, and a child on Mosteller Drive, followed by the suspect's death in a shootout with deputies.

The City of Charlotte's Employment to Education program is open for CMS graduates, offering full-time jobs and benefits across various city departments.

The Carolina Panthers extended cornerback Jaycee Horn's contract with a record-breaking $100 million over four years, making him the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history.

The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office celebrated its 2024 retirees, recognizing their commitment to public service on social media without releasing names or specific roles.

Mecklenburg County's Sheriff's Office introduced its new Post Release Resource Center aimed at helping former inmates reintegrate into society and reduce recidivism through various support services.

The Gaston County Sheriff's Office reminds residents via Facebook to set clocks forward for daylight saving time and check safety devices like smoke detectors.