Review of ex-NC treasurer's use of state cars ends with no charges
A district attorney says an investigation into how then-North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell used state government vehicles is ending with no charges filed.
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Six active duty service members file first lawsuit challenging Trump's transgender troop ban
The first lawsuits have been filed against President Donald Trump’s executive order revising policy on transgender troops.
Rail Trail Bridge January 2025 Update
The City of Charlotte awarded a construction contract to Blythe Construction for the Rail Trail Bridge.
Salted Melon expanding to Phillips Place
Salted Melon Market & Eatery today announces its third Charlotte location, expected to open this spring at Phillips Place, in the SouthPark neighborhood.
Teen charged in deadly shooting of 16-year-old in Gastonia
A 16-year-old boy is charged with first degree murder and attempted first degree murder following the shooting of Zaquavious "Tank" Dawkins in Gastonia.
Convicted felon wanted for robbing discount stores in Statesville arrested in Charlotte
A man wanted for robbing three Dollar General Stores in Statesville earlier this month has been arrested in Charlotte.
Tasty Tuesday: LSU Carolinas Gumbo Cook Off
Help local students get scholarships to LSU - and enjoy some great gumbo! For this week's Tasty Tuesday, organizers with the 2025 LSU Carolinas Mardi Gras Gumbo Cook Off stopped by the Rising kitchen to tell us all about the event and who it helps.
"Days of Our Lives" Stars The Day Players Coming to CLT
Adam Wurtzel interviewed "Days of Our Lives" stars Wally Kurth, Carson Boatman, Brandon Barash and Eric Martsolf about their band The Day Players.
Candle blamed for sparking 2 alarm fire at senior apartments in Hickory
Paramedics took one person to the hospital after a fire at a senior apartment complex in Hickory on Monday. Fire investigators say a candle sparked the fire.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools gathering community input for shaping a vision for the use of Artificial Intelligence in education
This spring, CMS will unveil a district-wide AI Vision Statement that reflects the voices of its students, parents, educators, and community members.
FBI, SBI: East Carolina University Assoc. Prof arrested in child sexual abuse materials investigation
The FBI and the SBI worked together to arrest 57-year-old Blace Nalavany.
American Airlines employee killed on Charlotte-Douglas tarmac
According to Charlotte-Douglas officials, an American Airlines employee died around 9:30AM on Monday.
Residents ‘blindsided’ by county line change
The line between Lincoln and Catawba counties will soon shift which means some Lincoln County residents will become Catawba County residents. Some people say they're blindsided by the change to the county line which has been in place since 1842.
Troutman man arrested on child sex crime charges
Troutman Police have arrested 51-year-old Arlo Gutierrez of Troutman on child sex crime charges.
Monroe Police arrest 2 dog owners in connection to animal cruelty case
Monroe Police have arrested two people in connection to an animal cruelty case from last week. Detectives arrested 25-year-old Octavion Jamal Harrell of Monroe and 26-year-old Da’najah Mary Horne of Monroe.
Specialty beer and wine shop Cork & Cap to open at Camp North End
Cork & Cap, a new specialty beer and wine store, will open on January 30th in the heart of Camp North End’s vibrant Keswick district.
Charlotte Fire battling 2 alarm fire in west Charlotte
Firefighters are on the scene of a 2-alarm fire at the old Wilmore School on west Boulevard.
Nigerian man extradited to the U.S. after being indicted for sextortion scheme that caused York Co. teen's death
A 24-year-old man has been extradited to the United States from Nigeria to face prosecution in a partially unsealed indictment for the sextortion of a Rock Hill minor, which led to the victim’s death.
Duke Energy launches grant program for organizations helping western NC recovery efforts
Duke Energy is offering $500,000 in grants to support organizations leading long-term recovery efforts in western North Carolina. Through Feb. 17, eligible organizations can apply for grants up to $25,000 from the Duke Energy Foundation.
