A traffic stop in Rutherford County turned into a crash and the seizure of more than four pounds of fentanyl. A Charlotte man remains in custody as authorities investigate.

A Fort Mill man admitted in federal court that he bought guns for a trafficker who moved them to Baltimore; authorities say more than 100 firearms were seized.

WalletHub’s June 1 report places North Carolina sixth nationally, citing GDP growth and a stronger tech presence even as household income trails.

U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson will unveil the results of a regional enforcement push in Uptown Charlotte; the effort included a Garden Inn raid and a civil‑forfeiture filing. Officials say the sweep targeted drugs, illegal guns and fugitives.

Elevation Church is launching Elevation College in Matthews — a small partner-site program with Southeastern University offering ministry-focused degrees and on-site housing.

Families in Charlotte‑Mecklenburg Schools have launched petitions and raised privacy and screen‑time concerns about the i‑Ready program, saying it cuts into classroom instruction.

Cloudy this morning; scattered storms likely this afternoon with brief heavy rain and gusty winds possible.

New data show Americans added roughly $93 billion in credit‑card debt in 2025; North Carolina households averaged $7,329 and South Carolina $6,723. Here’s what that means locally.

Dōzo’s move to Dilworth and its menu of hot honey karaage, crab fried rice and inventive small plates has made the tiny kitchen a nightly draw.

A manhunt expanded after a Carroll County deputy was killed during a welfare check; investigators say a wildlife camera captured the suspect in nearby Surry County. Rewards and federal teams are aiding the search.

From pill production in the Triangle to a brief Medicaid U‑turn, North Carolina is now the center of debates over access, cost and safety for GLP‑1 weight‑loss drugs.

About 50 people were displaced after a city-ordered evacuation at the Carolina Apartments; a local nonprofit says it arranged Airbnb stays and rehoused more than half.

A pedestrian was rushed to a hospital with life‑threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle in east Charlotte near Sharon Amity. Authorities say details remain limited.