A York County judge has found Nathan Jarrod Thomas not guilty by reason of insanity in the 2021 killing of Jaleel Jones; Thomas will remain in state psychiatric custody.

A 37-year-old woman was electrocuted after storms downed a power line in southeast Charlotte. Neighbors say the line snapped and caught fire near Craig Avenue and Sharon Amity Road.

Belmont approved an 8% water rate increase and secured a $10M state loan to move its intake and shore up an aging system after a 'distressed' listing. City leaders say upgrades and emergency interconnects will protect supply.

Hot and humid Friday in Charlotte with storms likely this afternoon. Cooling stations and transit options are available across the city.

WBT’s Nations Ford transmitter parcel is listed for sale as residents and broadcasters push to preserve the station’s rare Blaw‑Knox towers and transmitter building.

WNBA guard Kayla McBride and her sister are opening 1122 Coffee Company at NOVI Flats in downtown Concord, targeting a September opening.

The N.C. Highway Patrol launched Operation Queen City Overwatch this week to break up Charlotte street takeovers and clamp down on reckless driving across city interstates.

A Raleigh News & Observer review finds few North Carolina tattooists hold formal blood‑borne pathogen training. Practical, expert‑based tips show how to check a shop before your appointment.

Charlotte’s Asana Partners has teamed with Norway’s sovereign wealth manager on a $500M fund to buy grocery‑anchored and street retail across the U.S.

French firm Bouygues Construction has acquired Charlotte-based Vannoy Construction, folding a near‑$1B regional builder into its U.S. expansion while keeping Vannoy’s leadership intact.

Gov. Stein signed HB1104 to change how North Carolina handles involuntary psychiatric commitments, ordering telehealth pilots, data upgrades and studies.

Armacell relocated its Americas HQ from Chapel Hill to SouthPark, signing a seven-year lease at Carnegie X for more than 4,500 sq ft. The move consolidates regional leadership in Charlotte.

A driver died Wednesday after an SUV crossed the centerline and struck two other vehicles on S.C. Highway 5 near Pine Avenue. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating.