Three Charlotte homes hit by lightning in one hour, fire department says
Volatile storm that crossed Charlotte in middle of the night left 3 homes in flames. Each was hit by lightning, Charlotte Fire Department says.
NC budget requiring Charlotte to repay I-77 tolls costs becomes law. What’s next?
Gov. Josh Stein signed state budget into law despite opposition to I 77 toll lanes provision. Charlotte, Mecklenburg County would owe NCDOT millions under law.
NC prison staff will get raises, but still among nation’s lowest-paid, agency says
North Carolina’s new budget adds raises for correctional and probation officers, but officials say more funding is needed to recruit and retain staff.
What Jeff Peterson said about Charlotte Hornets’ offseason moves
Coby White is confident the Hornets will be just fine following the trades involving LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges.
Spot off the NC Coast ranks among nation’s best island getaways, survey says
Travel + Leisure ranked the Outer Banks, NC, among the top continental U.S. islands. The region is known for its serene beaches, outdoor activities and history.
What’s next for Brady Christensen? Longtime Panthers lineman dishes on future
Longtime Carolina Panthers lineman Brady Christensen has been cleared for contact. Now, he’ll weigh his free agency future, including a potential reunion.
NC looking into death of man crushed by truck at Charlotte loading dock
The N.C. Department of Labor is investigating the death of a 22-year-old crushed by a truck at a loading dock in southeast Charlotte.
Burglary goes awry when intruders find worker still in the shop, NC police say
Poorly planned burglary turns chaotic when men realize too late that they forgot to make sure the shop was empty, North Carolina investigators say.
Fruit recalled at NC Publix grocery stores after stomach illness reports
Frozen GreenWise IQF blueberries from San Carlos, Chile sold at Publix are recalled for E. coli risk; check lot 60401 and best-by Feb 9, 2028. Avoid consumption.
NC budget with year-delayed raises is now law. Gov. Stein signs spending plan
Gov. Josh Stein signed North Carolina’s long-delayed state budget, delivering raises for teachers, law enforcement, UNC and community college employees.