Tuesday marks 10 years since Charleston church shooting
On June 17, 2015, nine people were killed during a racially motivated attack during a bible study.Β
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US retail sales fall with Americans growing cautious after a spring splurge to beat tariffs
Retail sales fell sharply in May as consumers pulled back from a spending surge early this year to get ahead of President Donald Trumpβs sweeping tariffs on nearly all imports.
SC longtime GOP attorney general is set to enter 2026 governor's race
Alan Wilson, the four-term Republican attorney general of South Carolina, is set to enter the stateβs open gubernatorial race in 2026.
Albemarle City Council appoints Darren Rhodes as City Manager
Albemarle City Council has appointed Assistant City Manager Darren Rhodes as the next City Manager.
Lake Norman drowning victim identified
A man who drowned while boating on Lake Norman over the weekend has been identified as 63-year-old Charles Crowe, Jr. from Sherrills Ford.
Northeast Charlotte mobile home community could be displaced by new development
Residents of Forest Park Mobile Homes are organizing against a development that would displace the entire Northeast Charlotte neighborhood of at least 60 families.
NC redistricting trial begins, with racial gerrymandering allegations the focus
North Carolina congressional and legislative districts drawn by Republicans in 2023 that helped them retain majorities in Raleigh and Washington are in court.
One person hurt in north Charlotte shooting
One person is being treated for life-threatening injuries following a shooting Monday afternoon in north Charlotte.
CATS and community to participate in Rail Safety Week
CATS has announced its participation in Rail Safety Week this year, taking place June 16-22. This initiative, which aims to create awareness about rail safety and preventing accidents around railways and track crossings, aligns with CATS' commitment to ensuring the safety of our riders and the community.Β Β
More help for western NC homeowners recovering from Helene
North Carolina is accepting applications for a new program to repair or rebuild homes in western North Carolina that were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Helene.
Woman charged with attempted murder in Monroe, man still wanted
A 66-year-old man is recovering after he was stabbed several times in Monroe over the weekend. Police arrested a woman and are still looking for a man in connection to the stabbing.
City of Charlotte Opens Applications for 2025 Creative Growth Grants
Starting Thursday, June 19, the City of Charlotte will open applications for the 2025 Creative Growth Grants, a public funding initiative designed to fuel local talent, celebrate culture, and support the people and organizations making art in our neighborhoods.Β
New study reveals how NC taxes small businesses vs. the rest of the U.S.
A new study fromΒ breaks downΒ how much corporate tax a small business pays in every U.S. state, and the differences are bigger than you might expect.
JetZero selects North Carolina for airplane maufacturing hub
Governor Josh Stein announced JetZero, Inc., a breakthrough aviation company, will invest more than $4.7 billion in Greensboro to build its first commercial airplane manufacturing facility at the Piedmont Triad International Airport.
Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte
View a full list of the biggest names and concerts happening around Charlotte this week.
Man drowns in Cleveland County lake
Investigators say a man has drowned in a Cleveland County lake.
Motorcyclist killed in Rock Hill crash
A motorcyclist died Sunday morning after a crash in Rock Hill.
CMPD investigating homicide in east Charlotte
One person is dead after a homicide in east Charlotte on Saturday night.
Thousands gather for Charlotte 'No Kings' rally, small group pepper sprayed hours later
At least 5,500 people gathered in First Ward Park for the 'No Kings' rally and protest Saturday afternoon. The crowd packed into the park carrying signs towering over the crowd with clear messages. Hours after the sanctioned protest in Uptown, Charlotte Mecklenburg Police arrested two people and used pepper spray to control the crowd.
