SLED has been asked to investigate after a 40-year-old inmate at the York County Detention Center died following a medical emergency. Officials released few details as the probe begins.

Bank of America now forecasts three 25‑bp Fed hikes in 2026 as job growth stays firm. Markets and mortgage borrowers could feel the squeeze if the call proves prescient.

A Whiteville traffic stop on June 17 led to a search that turned up about 18 gallons of untaxed moonshine plus meth, marijuana and psilocybin, police say.

A motorcyclist died Sunday after a crash at Garvin Road and Ashe Road in York County. Troopers say the rider lost control while avoiding a turning SUV and later died.

The Comedy Club at Duckworth’s is nearly doubling its Uptown room and plans to reopen July 30, 2026. The move highlights growth in Charlotte's stand-up scene.

A deadly crash Sunday closed U.S. 601 North at Brief Road in Union County. Troopers are investigating and drivers were urged to avoid the area.

An American Airlines passenger bit a fellow traveler mid‑flight on a Charlotte‑to‑Philadelphia flight, prompting the pilot to request police and EMS meet the plane at PHL.

Search teams recovered a man's body in Currituck Sound after he vanished near the Poplar Branch boat ramp. Authorities say an investigation is underway.

Sunny morning gives way to a 30–40% chance of afternoon thunderstorms and gusty winds; highs near 92°F and heat index close to 100°F.

A pickup driving the wrong way on N.C. 16 near Sifford Road struck another vehicle early Sunday, killing both drivers and engulfing both cars in flames.

Columbus approved its FY2026–27 budget Thursday, holding the property tax rate at 51.5¢ while hiking water and sewer rates and adding a $3 card fee.

An AirLink medevac returned to Columbus Regional after a blue laser illuminated the cockpit; deputies searched the area and no suspects were named.

A heavy structure fire in the 7400 block of Friar Tuck Lane drew Mint Hill and Charlotte crews; early alerts reported heavy fire showing and no confirmed injuries.