Truist names outsider as new CEO. The executive had a key role at Bank of America
Charlotte based Truist bank names Michael Lyons as president and CEO effective Sept. 1; Bill Rogers will become executive chair and retire in April 2027.
Judge orders exam for man charged with threatening President Trump at Apex car wash
A federal judge ordered a competency evaluation for a Daniel Swain, who is accused of threatening President Donald Trump at an Apex car wash.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools provides 21 executives with cars, public records show
Public records show Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools provides 21 executives district-issued vehicles, including nine in the superintendent's cabinet.
As Duke seeks higher rates, will gas plant plans collide with clean energy goals?
North Carolina faces a surge in electricity demand from AI and data centers, prompting debates over Duke Energy’s gas plants, rate hikes and the state’s 2050 carbon-neutral goals.
Canoe tosses 3 men into creek, but only 2 make it to shore, NC searchers say
Weekend canoe trip turns tragic when three men are tossed into North Carolina’s Somerton Creek and one doesn’t resurface, officials say. Body recovered.
Charlotte business week: 1,000 jobs across NC, BofA insights, hospital land swap
Charlotte business news this week includes an Atrium Health land swap for affordable housing, a major Amazon-Corning data center deal and SouthPark development.
Tommy Tremble makes two predictions about Panthers QB Bryce Young in 2026
Veteran Panthers tight end Tommy Tremble predicts QB Bryce Young will excel in 2026 as team stability under Dave Canales boosts confidence, win totals.
Fatal shooting reported in Charlotte residential neighborhood, CMPD says
Charlotte-Mecklenburg police responded to an assault with a deadly weapon call in the 2100 block of Holly Street and found someone fatally shot, police say.
Where property taxes are going up in 3 weeks across the Charlotte region
Charlotte, Davidson, Cornelius, Mount Pleasant and Stallings are increasing property tax rates in their fiscal year 2027 budgets, which take effect July 1.
Oliver Tree Said Nobody in His Family Will ‘Get a Penny’ Following His Death
Oliver Tree stated seven weeks prior to his death that nobody in his family would "get a penny" if he died.