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Wind Advisory in effect Tuesday for the N.C. Mountains

Strong winds with gusts up to 50 mph will be possible through Tuesday afternoon for the high country.

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 Lincoln/catawba County Line Change

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.

Firefighters work to put out a fire at the old Wilmore School on West Blvd. Monday 1/27/25.

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.

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.

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.

Waving Colorful Flag Of North Carolina State.

North Carolina ranked 11 best state for entrepreneurs in 2025 – jumps two spots from last year’s rankings

A new study has ranked North Carolina as the 11 best state for entrepreneurs in 2025, marking a jump two spots compared to last year’s rankings.

Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte

View a full list of the biggest names and concerts happening around Charlotte this week.

IRS to start accepting tax returns today

The IRS will start accepting 2024 tax returns on January 27th.

Lunar New Year Celebration | PHOTOS

The seventh annual Resident Culture Brewing Co. free Lunar New Year celebration took place Saturday at the brewery’s Plaza Midwood and South End locations.