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.
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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 βblindsidedβ 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.Β
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 Daβnajah 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 30thΒ in the heart of Camp North Endβs 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 victimβs 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.
White House claims victory in a showdown with Colombia over taking deported migrants
The White House claimed victory in a showdown with Colombia over accepting flights of deported migrants from the U.S. on Sunday, hours after President Donald Trump threatened steep tariffs on imports and other sanctions on the longtime U.S. partner.
Charlotte Area Transit announces service changes
Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) says it is adjusting several routes to improve rider experience and on-time performance.
Jimmie Johnson becomes majority owner of Legacy Motor Club
Seven-time NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson is now the majority owner of Legacy Motor Club under a restructuring in which investment adviser Knighthead Capital Management bought into the Cup Series team.
All the monkeys that escaped a South Carolina research facility have been captured
The Yemassee police department says the final four were recaptured last week.
North Carolina ranked 11 best state for entrepreneurs in 2025 β jumps two spots from last yearβs rankings
AΒ new studyΒ has ranked North Carolina as the 11 best state for entrepreneurs in 2025, marking a jump two spots compared to last yearβsΒ rankings.
Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte
View a full list of the biggest names and concerts happening around Charlotte this week.
Lunar New Year Celebration | PHOTOS
The seventh annualΒ Resident Culture Brewing Co. free Lunar New Year celebration took place Saturday at the breweryβs Plaza Midwood and South End locations.
Police investigating triple-shooting in East Spencer
No arrests have been made after a triple shooting in East Spencer.
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