Two people hurt in road rage shooting near I-485
A Charlotte driver is in custody after police say he shot into another car and severely injured two people.
NC Attorney General suing landlords accused of illegally raising rent
The North Carolina Attorney General's office is suing six landlords alleging they illegally raised rents for tenants. The lawsuit says the inflated rent impacts 70,000 units across the state and the majority of them are in Charlotte.
Approaching winter weather cancels North Carolina inauguration ceremony
North Carolina's public inauguration ceremony scheduled for SaturdayΒ for new Gov. Josh SteinΒ and other statewide elected officials has been canceled because of approaching winter weather.
Charlotte Knights hire Sergio Santos as new manager for 2025 season
Former Knight and Chicago White Sox pitcher Sergio Santos has been named manager of the Charlotte Knights for the 2025 season
Panthers fire 3 defensive coaches after surrendering most points in NFL history, AP source says
The Carolina Panthers have begun to make changes to their defensive staff after giving up the most points in NFL history this season.
Two people with serious injuries following a shooting near I-485
Medic says two people have serious injuries following a shooting near I-485 Outer and South Tryon Street.
Waiting & watching for wintry weather
Charlotte hasn't seen measurable snow in nearly three years. That streak is in serious jeopardy by Friday night.
USPS suspends mail service Jan 9 for Nat'l Day of Observance for Jimmy Carter
The Postal Service will suspend regular mail delivery, retail services and office activity on Jan. 9, 2025 to honor the late Jimmy Carter.
Rail trail lights returns to South End with never- before-seen light installations
For the sixth year, the South End portion of the Rail Trail will be illuminated with never-before-seen light installations from February 7-23. Rail Trail Lights 2025 is presented by U.S. Bank.
Pet of the Week: Meet Dinero
In this Pet of the Week, CMPD Animal Care & Control is featuring Dinero! Dinero is a year old ball of energy that responds really well to commands!
JetBlue passenger opens exit door as flight is taxiing for takeoff at Boston airport
Authorities say a person on board a plane at Boston Logan International Airport that was taxiing for takeoff suddenly opened an exit door and was quickly restrained by other passengers.
Two people killed and more than 1K structures destroyed as wildfires burn near LA
Wildfires are tearing across the Los Angeles area with devastating force after setting off a desperate escape from burning homes through flames, ferocious winds and towering clouds of smoke.
Justice Department plans to release only part of special counsel's Trump report
The Justice Department says it will release special counsel Jack Smithβs findings on Donald Trumpβs efforts to undo the results of the 2020 presidential election but will keep the rest of the report under wraps for now.
President-Elect Donald Trump to consider renaming the Gulf of Mexico
President-elect Donald Trump says that he would move to try to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the βGulf of America,β a name he said has a βbeautiful ring to it.β
Memorial service planned for the late Salisbury Mayor Karen Alexander
The City of Salisbury will hold a memorial service to honor the life and legacy of Mayor Karen Alexander on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025.
Whataburger set to open first location in NC
Hickory will soon be home to the first of eight planned Whataburger restaurants in the state.
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | Jan. 11th and Jan. 12th
From comedy shows to arts and crafts, check out the top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend.
One dead, one hurt in crash in East Charlotte
One person is dead after a crash at an East Charlotte apartment complex Wednesday morning.Β
New details on META's decision to scrap "fact checkers"
Meta announced sweeping changes overnight to Facebook and Instagram, including shutting down fact checking.
Man accused of breaking into NC State dorm
A man is accused of breaking into a student dorm at NC State, then setting a fire.
City of Rock Hill delays plan to limit who can rent hotel rooms
The City of Rock Hill wants to crack down on people using hotels as long-term housing. City officials say the pattern of living in hotels and motels is leading to a public safety risk.
BOA renovation project named "Worst Economic Development Deal of the Year"
This is the third time the Carolinas have won the worst development deal. The first time circles back to the Panthers and Tepper when the team moved the practice field out of Rock Hill.
