Woman found dead after house fire in Waxhaw
A woman has been found dead after a fire burned through a home in Waxhaw. Firefighters were called to the burning home on Whispering Wind Road just before 10am on Monday.
Boy pleads guilty to setting fire inside Lancaster Walmart
A 12-year-old boy has pleaded guilty to starting a fire inside the Walmart in Lancaster over the weekend. He is being held in custody while a mental evaluation is completed.
Blumenthal arts announces the 2025 blumey awards nominees
Blumenthal Arts has announce the nominees competing in the 12th Annual High School Musical Theater Awards, also known as The Blumey Awards, presented by Bank of America, on Sunday, May 18 at the Belk Theater.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs' sex trafficking trial begins with jury selection
The sex trafficking trial of hip-hop impresario Sean “Diddy” Combs has begun with jury selection in New York.
Universoul Circus kicks off opening week in Charlotte with tent raising
UniverSoul Circus returns to the Charlotte area this week with its jaw-dropping stunts, aerialists, fire breathers, stilt dancers and the coolest clowns around!
North Carolina music hall of fame announces 2025 inductees
This fall, the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame will pay homage to six North Carolinians with their induction into its prestigious Hall of Fame.
Trump administration says it will pay immigrants in the US illegally $1,000 to go home
The Trump administration says it is going to pay immigrants in the United States illegally who’ve returned to their home country voluntarily $1,000 as it pushes forward with its mass deportation agenda.
Student loans in default now being referred to debt collection
The Education Department has begun collection on student loans that are in default, including the garnishing of wages for potentially millions of borrowers.
Trump orders crumbling Alcatraz prison to be rebuilt and reopened
President Donald Trump says he is directing his government to reopen and expand Alcatraz, the notorious former prison on a hard-to-reach California island off San Francisco that has been closed for more than 60 years.
Skechers is being acquired for more than $9 billion and taken private
Skechers is being acquired for $9 billion and taken private by the investment firm by 3G Capital. The board of Skechers unanimously approved the deal, the companies said Monday.
2 charged after weekend shooting in Gastonia
Two people face charges after a double shooting in Gastonia over the weekend. Paramedics took the victims to the hospital. Their injuries were not life-threatening.
Local dermatologist talks importance of skin cancer checks during Skin Cancer Awareness Month
For the month of May, Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery is offering free skin cancer checks for new patients at select locations in recognition of Melanoma Monday and Skin Cancer Awareness Month.
Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte
View a full list of the biggest names and concerts happening around Charlotte this week.
Top sporting events in and around Charlotte | May 1st-May 7th
The SAC softball championships are this week amongst a fun week of sports around the area. Click through the gallery to see what sports are coming to Charlotte this week.
'Thunderbolts' kicks off the summer movie season with $76 million at the box office
Marvel Studios’ “Thunderbolts" opened with $76 million in domestic ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday, kicking off the summer box office with a solid No. 1 debut.
Don’t have a REAL ID yet? That could cause you travel headaches after May 7
The deadline to get a REAL ID is fast approaching after years of postponements and delays.
Here's why May the 4th is celebrated as Star Wars Day across the galaxy
“Star Wars” fans around the world are celebrating the space epic and its surrounding franchise this weekend through an unofficial, fan-made holiday.
Tariffs could increase car repair costs
Most car parts imported into the U.S. will now be hit with a 25% tariff.
Youth referee arrested after discharging firearm
Union County deputies say a youth sports referee has been arrested after firing a gun inside a packed sports complex in Indian Trail.
Death investigation underway in west Charlotte
CMPD is conducting a death investigation in west Charlotte, the third deadly shooting in less than 24 hours.
Cooler & calmer Sunday, wonderful start to workweek
Serene skies return on Sunday after strong-to-severe storms rolled through the Carolinas to kick off the weekend.
Homicide investigation underway in north Charlotte
CMPD is conducting a homicide investigation following a shooting in north Charlotte on Saturday afternoon.
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