September 2026
2 NC BBQ restaurants rank among South’s best new spots, Southern Living says
Southern Living names Ben’s Backdraft Barbecue in Waynesville and The Honey Hog in Morganton among the best new barbecue restaurants in the South for 2026.
Charlotte police officer was shot after he tackled armed suspect, warrant says
A man was arrested after an hours-long south Charlotte standoff; charged with attempted murder of a law enforcement officer and firearm possession by a felon.
When to get flu, COVID vaccines this year? Here’s what to know in NC
Respiratory virus season is near in North Carolina. Find when to get updated flu and COVID vaccines, who should be vaccinated and how to use MySpot.nc.gov.
For the first time in recent history, an NC hurricane season without any (yet)
The Atlantic has seen tropical storms but no hurricanes by peak season; experts warn one late storm can still cause major damage and heavy North Carolina rain.
A new South End steakhouse and a swoon-worthy salad are tempting Charlotte
Michelin-recommended Guard and Grace is coming to South End with skyline views, plus a new White Duck Taco Shop, Niki’s Salad and Krispy Kreme’s fall drop.
2 NC BBQ restaurants rank among South’s best new spots, Southern Living says
Southern Living names Ben’s Backdraft Barbecue in Waynesville and The Honey Hog in Morganton among the best new barbecue restaurants in the South for 2026.
High School football gameday: Your guide to this weekend’s games
The high school football gameday with previews for key games in Charlotte, NC, NCHSAA CMS area, plus complete schedule
911 call leads to four people shot in Gaston County home, NC police say
911 call leads police to rural home near Charlotte, North Carolina, where four people were shot, Gaston County Police Department says.
Trump’s approval rating in NC is at its lowest level yet in new poll | Opinion
Support among Republicans is dropping, too. It’s certainly not the spot the party wants to be in just 54 days before Election Day. | Opinion
Chemours, Corteva, Dupont reach $590M settlement with NC over PFAS lawsuits
Chemours, DuPont and Corteva agree to a $590M settlement with North Carolina over decades of PFAS pollution affecting Cape Fear River and local water systems.