American Airlines Flight 1722 was forced to return to JFK Airport after hitting birds and experiencing an engine failure post-takeoff from LaGuardia Airport; no injuries were reported.

Motorcyclist Nazar Halushka died after colliding with a traffic barrel in Charlotte; direct contact with a tow truck ruled out. Speed and impairment were not factors. Police are investigating the incident.

An 11-year-old boy died after being hit by a vehicle on Gum Branch Road, Charlotte, with no impairment or speed factors cited.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office warns of increased cyberscams targeting consumers, especially older adults, during the festive season, emphasizing caution for online shopping, charity donations, and seasonal job offers.

The National Weather Service provides a weather update for Charlotte, NC, forecasting fair weather followed by clouds, a chilly weekend with potential rain, and warmer conditions starting Monday.

A school bus overturned in Huntersville on Beatties Ford Road, with no children on board. The driver sustained minor injuries and was treated on the scene. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

Concord seeks artists for the Les Myers Park Mural Project, focusing on themes of nature, community, history, and harmony. The mural will be on the park's tennis wall, with submissions due by January 13, 2025.

The Mecklenburg County Board of Supervisors celebrated local 4-H members and their leadership achievements, as well as successes at the Virginia 4-H Championship Horse Show.

A homicide investigation is underway in southwest Charlotte, with CMPD probing an incident on Archdale Drive. Details remain sparse, and it follows a nearby homicide earlier in the week.

An American Airlines flight to Charlotte returned to New York after a bird strike, landing safely at JFK with no injuries reported. Passengers were re-accommodated with overnight stays.

A juvenile was struck and killed by a vehicle in northwest Charlotte, with no further details on the identity or circumstances released as police investigate the incident.

Mecklenburg County volunteers assembled holiday gift bags for homebound seniors, containing fresh fruits and other items, for delivery in early December.

City Clerk Bridgette Bell is retiring after 37 years of service with the City of Kannapolis, having worked with multiple city officials and contributed significantly to the city's governance.