What’s closed on Juneteenth in Charlotte? Grocery stores, banks, mail & more
Charlotte-area post offices, banks, government offices will shut down for Juneteenth. North Carolina parks, supermarkets will be open. See grocery store hours.
Talk about teen mental health should include a harmful CMS policy | Opinion
As our community searches for ways to support struggling teenagers, we should examine policies that science has been questioning for decades. | Opinion.
World Cup athletes get a real NC experience: a copperhead snake at base camp
A German World Cup athlete encountered a copperhead at their NC base camp. Several teams from Europe have base camps in North Carolina, including in Charlotte.
‘Trauma’ victim dies among homes in Charlotte subdivision, CMPD says
One person was killed in northwest Charlotte on Thursday; CMPD said the case stemmed from domestic violence and they are investigating.
Man fatally shot at furniture company was member of school board, NC officials say
Dispute at furniture factory turns deadly when 85-year-old man pulls gun and kills co-worker, North Carolina police say. The victim was a school board member.
Weddington’s Joella Thomas, a state champ, headlines 2026 All-Observer softball team
Weddington pitcher Joella Thomas is The Observer’s 2026 softball player of the year after going 27-0 with a 0.75 ERA and 305 strikeouts. Providence’s Micah Kinnaird is coach of year.
Balknight steps up with Hill on leave. Take a look at recent CMS superintendents
Balknight will assume superintendent responsibilities with Hill on paid leave. Take a look at who has preceded her in the district’s unstable history.
Child strays into retention pond and gets trapped, Charlotte Fire Department says
An adventurous trek into a Charlotte retention pond turned potentially fatal when a child became trapped in the water, rescuers say. Child hospitalized.
Remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur to bring night of heavy rain to Charlotte area
Remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur and cold front will collide in Charlotte region, creating scenario of heavy rain, gusty winds and a big drop in temperatures.
NC has a strict, decades-old ban on coastal seawalls. Will lawmakers repeal it?
An NC Senate bill would repeal the decades-old ban on permanent seawalls and require Coastal Resources Commission rules to regulate permitting and impacts.