The Hickory Police Department intensifies traffic enforcement on Hwy 70 SE, focusing on red light violations and common driving infractions to improve road safety.

I-40 West in Davie County will have overnight closures for bridge construction, with detours via Exit 180 and nearby roads. The Davie County Rest Area will also be closed during these times.

Lane closures on I-85 North in Davidson County for grouting operations will occur nightly from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., starting January 5 and ending January 8, weather permitting.

E Robertson Road bridge near South Pointe High School in Rock Hill will close for replacement, impacting local traffic and requiring detours via Neely, Crawford, and Ogden Roads until June.

Salisbury, NC announces road closure for tree pruning on South Fulton Street, scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on January 6, with weather alternative of January 7.

Hickory's Eighth Ave NE will be closed for tree trimming on Jan 6-7, from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, affecting westbound traffic and limiting eastbound to one lane.

A traffic signal outage at Hwy. 51 and Sycamore Commons Shopping Center in Matthews is causing delays. Police advise treating the intersection as a four-way stop. Repair crews are expected, but no restoration time was given.

The TSA is preparing for a record-breaking holiday travel season, with an estimated 44.3 million individuals expected at airports from December 19 to January 4. New technologies and processes have been implemented to improve security efficiency.

NCDOT has awarded a $2.9 million contract to NJR Group Inc. for resurfacing 11 miles of roads in Cabarrus County, with work starting in January and expected to complete by spring 2027.

Charlotte County warns of intermittent lane closures on Midway Boulevard due to fiber installation by Blue Streak Telecommunications, with advised caution for commuters.

The Charlotte Fire Department added their first electric fire engine, Engine 30, to their fleet, marking a blend of tradition and innovation, and emphasizing a commitment to sustainability.

The Statesville Police Department's facility expansion is advancing, with the recent removal of a crane and plans to install stormwater drainage on Tradd Street.

Hickory and Burke County officials opened a new hangar at Hickory Regional Airport to increase aviation capacity and economic activity, with local leaders expecting positive regional impacts.