August 2026
Another fast-growing Charlotte suburb OKs data center pause — this time for a year
After public testimony about air pollution, water shortages and health risks, Waxhaw’s Board of Commissioners unanimously passed a yearlong data center moratorium.
Free TV? Hornets announce huge shift in broadcast partner for 2026-27 NBA season
Charlotte Hornets and Cox Media Group announce one-year broadcast partnership making WSOC-TV Channel 9 and TV64 the full–time TV home for 2026-27 NBA season.
Bank of America changes up work-from-home policy for all hybrid employees
Charlotte based Bank of America requires staff to avoid consecutive remote days, keeping three office days and two nonconsecutive day, starting mid-September.
US News says 3 of the best places to live in the country are in NC. Where?
Discover why Apex, Cary and Huntersville made U.S. News' 2026–27 best places list: strong job markets, good schools, outdoor amenities and solid incomes in NC.
North Carolina man accused of urinating on fans at Morgan Wallen show, police say
Man accused of urinating on fans at Morgan Wallen stadium show in Baltimore, Maryland, is arrested in Wilson County, North Carolina, Maryland police say.
Who’s responsible if your neighbor’s tree falls on your property? NC law
In North Carolina, who is responsible for paying for damages if a neighbor’s tree falls on your property? What the law says in NC.
Mallard Creek softball wins Junior Little League World Series ‘revenge tour’
The team won seven games in seven days, taking down California to become the first Charlotte little league team to win a Junior Little League Championship.
Carolina Panthers add a Pro Bowl tight end as preseason heats up
Carolina Panthers add Pro Bowl tight end Darren Waller. Miami Dolphins TE dominated last time in Charlotte. Tommy Tremble, Mitchell Evans, JT Sanders behind.
Three bodies found at home in NC golf community, sheriff says. Suspect arrested
Man charged after 3 bodies found at a home in a North Carolina golf community, Moore County sheriff says. The suspect broke into the home, officials say.
Neese’s liver pudding, livermush — now made in a ‘modern facility’ — are returning
Neese’s livermush and liver pudding are coming back to stores this fall, with production shifted from the Greensboro plant to a modern, USDA-inspected plant.