JD Vance will campaign in Raleigh and Oakboro, North Carolina, as Donald Trump's running mate, while Kamala Harris postpones a Raleigh visit due to Tropical Storm Debby.

Two middle schoolers from Mecklenburg County, Justice Fields and Qui’Arie Randall, became national ambassadors at the Do the Write Thing summit in Washington, D.C., for their essays on youth violence.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services approved a North Carolina proposal incentivizing hospitals to eliminate patients' medical debt, potentially aiding 2 million citizens.

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper stepped back from being considered as Vice President Kamala Harris' potential running mate, due to concerns about the Republican lieutenant governor taking over his state role.

North Carolina's State Crime Lab achieved a record 1,466 CODIS DNA hits last year, aiding investigations and reflecting advancements in forensic science for justice.

Charlotte's veterans are invited to a three-day event providing direct support for benefits and services, including healthcare, legal aid, and mental health screenings; bring DD214 and records for aid processing.

Trump will hold a campaign rally in Charlotte, NC as his first major event after Biden's race exit, aiming to solidify support and target VP Harris as the new Democratic frontrunner.

Kamala Harris becomes the Democratic frontrunner after Biden exits the race, garnering $50 million for her campaign. North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper endorses her and addresses VP rumors.

The Mecklenburg County LUESA office in Charlotte is closed for in-person visits due to a water main issue but services are still available online. Repairs should finish by end of Wednesday.

Mecklenburg County CFO David Boyd is named 2024 CFO of the Year for a government organization by the Charlotte Business Journal, recognizing his effective financial leadership and innovations.

Mecklenburg County's LUESA office will work remotely on July 23, 2024, due to water main maintenance, with the expectation to resume in-person services the following day.

The North Carolina Democratic DNC unanimously endorsed VP Kamala Harris for president, with Chair Anderson Clayton citing her strong qualifications and the legacy of President Biden.

Cabarrus County offers an educational event, Gov 101: Voting 2024, to explain the local electoral process and increase voter participation. Registration is required for the August 8 session.