A 4-year-old boy drowned at the Cramer Mountain Club in Gaston County, with emergency efforts failing to revive him. No charges have been filed as police investigate.

A police vehicle hit and killed Sandra Schultz-Peters on a South Carolina beach, with officer LCpl. Julian Brown now on leave pending an investigation.

The Scorpio, a beloved LGBTQ+ bar in Charlotte, is set to reopen at a new location on Fairwood Avenue, with a merger that combines it with event space RSVP South End.

David Kuklentz, a 54-year-old Charlotte man, is missing in Ashe County; last seen near the Blue Ridge Parkway. His vehicle was found, and search efforts are underway.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating a fatal shooting of Michelle Lynn Schechter at an Econo Lodge in northwest Charlotte; no suspects are being sought currently.

Charlotte residents will see a week of sunny weather with temps reaching up to 98 degrees, implying a heat wave that might affect daily activities and energy use.

A person was seriously injured in an early morning shooting on East Independence Boulevard in southeast Charlotte.

Two arrests were made in a Charlotte homicide where 32-year-old Jonathan Dockery was found dead with "major injuries" in an apartment. Tadarian Neal and Asia Tapp, both 40, face murder and robbery charges.

Nicholas Allan Payret was arrested for allegedly breaking into Mount Morne Fire Department, vandalizing, and stealing from vehicles. He faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges.

Dennis Joyner, after 38 years in public health, retires as Union County Public Health Director. He’s been praised for his leadership and contributions, particularly during recent challenges. The search for his successor will begin soon.

Charlotte, NC, will have a hot day with highs approaching 90°F and a mix of sun and clouds, while tonight features a slight chance of showers. The NWS warns of isolated storms in the broader region.

Third suspect Tyquarious Davis was arrested for accessory before the fact of murder in connection with a deadly shooting at a Rock Hill block party, which left Montest Mincey dead.

Whataburger sues North Carolina's What-A-Burger for trademark infringement, challenging the local chain's right to its name following Whataburger's expansion into the state.