Local News

Valerie C. Woodard Center Closed Due To Power Outage

All in-person County services at the Valerie C. Woodard Center, at 3205 Freedom Drive in Charlotte, will be closed to the public today due to a power outage.

Police: Suspected Murder-Suicide In Belmont

Police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide after responding a cardiac arrest call.

50 First Pitches with Eitan Levine

Adam Wurtzel went to Truist Field to meet someone attempting to break a First Pitch Guinness World Record.

Two Homicides Victims Identified In North Charlotte Overnight

CMPD is investigating two overnight homicides in north Charlotte that occurred approximately 75 minutes apart and within two miles of each other.

Experience An Infant Swim Class At The Simmons YMCA

The YMCA of Charlotte aims to help people of all ages develop skills to become stronger and more confident swimmers.

Non Profit Builds Permanent Bridge In Iron Station

Iron Station Neighborhood Getting A New Bridge After January Storm

A neighborhood in Iron Station is finally getting a road fixed after a bridge connecting both sides washed out back in January.

Transportation Sales Tax Could Improve 125 Lancaster County Roads If Voters Approve

A smooth ride can be hard to come by on Lancaster County roads according to some drivers, but County leaders want to change that and believe a transportation sales tax could be the answer.

CMPD investigates deadly crash on Wilkinson Blvd

Hickory Police Officer Released From Hospital Following Shooting Outside Bar

Police have released the names of the individuals and the officer involved in a shooting that happened outside a bar in Hickory.

Deputies Say Two Men Arrested In Union County For Soliciting Minors Online

Deputies have charged two suspects accused of soliciting underage children for sexual act using various online social media and web-based platforms.

Charlotte-Area Malls Unveil Plans For Third Annual National Outlet Shopping Day

Concord Mills and Charlotte Premium Outlets are gearing up for National Outlet Shopping Day™ with hundreds of fantastic finds on the most sought-after brands, limited-time giveaways and unique center-wide experiences.

Huntersville Politicians Get Into Social Media Scuffle

Huntersville Town Board Of Commissioners Adopt FY25 Budget

The Huntersville Town Board of Commissioners voted to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget during its June 3, 2024, meeting providing the Town with a comprehensive financial plan designed to meet the needs of our community in the upcoming fiscal year.

Police: Man Arrested For Holding Two-Year-Old Son Hostage After Assaulting Wife

A father held his two-year-old son hostage in a camper after assaulting and strangulating his wife before being arrested.

CATS Selects Winning Artwork To Be Featured On 2025 Transit Passes

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is announcing the winners of its annual Transit Pass Design Contest, whose artwork will be printed on Local, Express and Express Plus monthly passes for the 2025 calendar year.

Tobacco And Vape Shop Owner Charged With Soliciting Child Prostitution

Rowan County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested a man after he allegedly offered a 14-year-old vapes in exchange for sex.

Suspect Behind Bars After Belmont Abbey College Sexual Assault

Belmont Abbey College Announces Dr. Joseph Wysocki as New Provost

Belmont Abbey College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Joseph Wysocki as the new Provost for Belmont Abbey College. Dr. Wysocki, an esteemed alumnus of the Abbey, brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the institution's values and mission.