Test-drive tricks got thieves into luxury car dealerships — then federal court in NC
A Charlotte man got more than eight years for running a ring that stole 100+ luxury cars nationwide by stealing keys during test drives and altering VINs.
Gastonia woman alleges Advance Auto and police falsely implicated her in theft
Tamara Parker claims she was falsely arrested for identity theft in a lawsuit against Gaston County NC and Advance Auto Parts.
CMS spent $1.7M in contracts with Superintendent Crystal Hill’s ex-colleagues
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools won’t confirm if the probe into Superintendent Crystal Hill is linked to more than $1.7M in consulting contracts with former colleagues.
This NC destination ranks among nation’s best places to visit. Why it’s special
North Carolina destination ranks among most loved, top US cities. Popular NC vacation spot for beer, mountains made Travel + Leisure magazine World’s Best list.
4-star NC receiver is Gamecocks’ first commitment for 2028. What to know
Football recruit Joseph Gibbs a four-star prospect from North Carolina, makes a decision to commit to Shane Beamer and the USC Gamecocks for the 2028 class.
What will Charlotte do next in I-77 fight? New mayor answers questions on tolls
New Charlotte Mayor Robert Harrington says “time is of the essence” to figure out next steps on I 77 toll lanes after Gov. Josh Stein signed NC state budget.
Hunting down Charlotte restaurant deals, and a new coffee shop is coming soon
Queen's Feast Charlotte Restaurant Week returns July 24-Aug. 2 with $30-plus prix fixe deals at 120+ restaurants. Plus a new Concord coffee shop and Asheville dining.
What will Charlotte do next in I-77 fight? New mayor answers questions on tolls
New Charlotte Mayor Robert Harrington says “time is of the essence” to figure out next steps on I 77 toll lanes after Gov. Josh Stein signed NC state budget.
Most NC private school students now get a taxpayer-funded voucher to pay costs
Nearly three-quarters of NC private school students received taxpayer-funded vouchers in 2025-26, prompting debates over funding priorities and school oversight.
Why Shaw University is launching a new AI degree — in its divinity school
Shaw University Divinity School in Raleigh unveils a four-year EdD in Artificial Intelligence and Moral Agency to train pastoral professionals starting in 2027.