The Kannapolis Police Department invites residents to its free Citizens' Academy for an inside look at law enforcement operations, starting March 13, 2025.

Concord's Fire and Police departments will conduct safety training at Academy Recreation Center over multiple days in January, necessitating its temporary closure.

Charlotte Fire Department launches Battalion 9 with Chiefs Brown, Clymer, and Smith, enhancing emergency response for the city's growing population from January 4, 2025.

Routine sirens tests are scheduled this Wednesday at the Catawba and McGuire nuclear stations; an announcement from Gaston County confirms it's only a test, not an emergency.

Residents of Edenton, NC, sue town and county officials over lack of transparency in relocating a Confederate statue, alleging the decision violates the law and public trust.

Charlotte County invites the public to the Public Safety Coordinating Council meeting on January 13, 2025, to discuss jail statistics and other safety issues.

Charlotte County is offering partial refunds on 2024 property taxes for residents who lost property due to disasters. Applications are open until March 1, 2025.

Charlotte heightens security for the Duke's Mayo Bowl after the New Orleans attack, with authorities urging vigilance and promising a significant police presence at the event.

The Charlotte Fire Department's Ladder Company Training program is featured for its comprehensive approach to emergency preparedness, focusing on advanced rescue techniques and the utilization of Rescue 42 struts for vehicle stabilization.

Charlotte County announces a week of public meetings on utilities, zoning, parks, and budgeting, inviting residents to participate and influence local government decisions.

FEMA and the State of North Carolina offer financial assistance through the HMGP for Mecklenburg County residents affected by Hurricane Helene, covering buy-outs and elevation projects to mitigate future floods.

Mecklenburg County residents can apply for LIEAP funds for heating bills starting January 1, 2025. The program offers a one-time payment to eligible low-income households.

The Charlotte County Commission will hold a quarterly utility services update on January 7, 2025, at 1 p.m., discussing fiscal reports, infrastructure, and sewer planning.