Mecklenburg County News announces two training programs for small business growth, targeting minority and women owners and businesses looking to expand, starting in January 2025.

IHOP franchisee Suncakes agreed to pay $40,000 to settle an EEOC religious discrimination and retaliation suit after allegedly firing an employee for not working Sundays due to his faith.

Wiers Farm Inc. expands its recall across several states for produce like cucumbers and peppers due to listeria risks, advising consumers to return items or dispose of them.

A North Carolina business owner, James Christopher Robinson, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for tax and credit card fraud totaling about $4.4 million.

Krispy Kreme has sold the majority of its stake in Insomnia Cookies for an estimated $350 million, retaining 34% ownership, to focus on its core doughnut business.

Pierre Ramseur was shot dead by deputies trying to arrest him on multiple charges at the Elite Conover Complex in Catawba County after he used his vehicle against them.

A motorcycle crash in Charlotte resulted in the death of Bryan Gonzales Barreras. Police are investigating the incident, which involved a collision with a Honda CR-V.

Search efforts continue for a missing North Carolina mother and her toddler, absent for three weeks. Separate from an unrelated drowning incident, the investigation involves multiple teams.

Former cable news host Lou Dobbs passed away at 78, known for his work at CNN, Fox Business, and support of Donald Trump. He faced controversy over election fraud claims.

Charlotte's popular bar Lost & Found is closing on July 22 for rebranding and renovations, aiming to reopen in fall with enhanced seating and sports-viewing features.

Charlotte man, Hasahn Flowe, receives over nine-year prison sentence for Hobbs Act robbery and firearm possession after sharing crime-related photos on social media.

North Carolina Wildlife officers aided a 3-year-old girl with a severe leg injury at Lake Norman, providing emergency care and assisting her transfer to a trauma hospital.

The CMPD is investigating a recently declared homicide on Werburgh Street after a death was reported and processed by various units. No suspect or victim details have been released.