July 2026
New poll finds narrow majority support I-77 South expansion
New poll shows Charlotte voters view traffic congestion as a major problem and largely support expanding I-77 South.
As Juliana Nzita’s death grabs national attention, Charlotte leaders mostly silent
After 16-year-old Juliana Nzita was found hanging near a Charlotte church, civil rights attorneys and others call for answers; city leaders say little about case
Mushrooms and weed in Boone tied to CMPD officer’s Flock abuse, records allege
Court records show a Charlotte officer is accused of using Flock data to alert a Boone drug dealer who sold mushrooms and marijuana vapes to an undercover officer.
Eclectic dive bar to close after 16 years in downtown Concord. ‘One hell of a ride’
Beloved bar Lil' Roberts Place in Concord, NC plans to close next month. Longtime owner Robert Burrage thanks locals as the eclectic hangout faces possible sale.
80 mph tornado snapped, uprooted trees in “rugged” NC mountain terrain, NWS says
An 80-mph tornado snapped and uprooted trees in “rugged” N.C. mountain terrain during intense storms, a National Weather Service team confirmed Friday.
80 mph tornado snapped, uprooted trees in “rugged” NC mountain terrain, NWS says
An 80-mph tornado snapped and uprooted trees in “rugged” N.C. mountain terrain during intense storms, a National Weather Service team confirmed Friday.
Monroe councilman resigns as city completes ethics probe into incident with minor
Monroe councilman Gary Anderson resigned as the city completed an independent ethics probe into allegations involving a 15-year-old; city report not yet released.
NC college trustee resigns following Facebook post on race calling for ‘purge’
A Stanly Community College trustee resigned after posting controversial race comments on Facebook; college leaders and community members responded.
This weekend in Charlotte: Craft tacos + influencers offer recommended things to do
A new Plaza Midwood taco spot, a Concord dive bar's farewell, influencer rooftop picks and July's best Charlotte meals — here's what to know.
Monroe councilman resigns as city completes ethics probe into incident with minor
Monroe councilman Gary Anderson resigned as the city completed an independent ethics probe into allegations involving a 15-year-old; city report not yet released.