May 2026
WakeMed answers questions about Atrium merger but doesn’t plan to make changes
County commissioners delayed decision on Atrium Health plan for 90 days for public feedback, but transfer agreement and articles of incorporation won’t change.
A new Mooresville restaurant is on the way from the Kindreds
Joe and Katy Kindred, with Craig Deihl, are opening Deepwell on Main Street in Mooresville, a New Orleans–style steakhouse featuring W8 Ranch Wagyu and dry-aged steaks.
Scoop: Stephen and Ayesha Curry team up on 3 restaurants opening in uptown Charlotte
The Ritz-Carlton Charlotte will open Sweet July Cafe, Bourbon Steak and The Eighth Rule in uptown Charlotte in 2026, led by Ayesha Curry, Stephen Curry and Michael Mina.
New details in Kyle Busch’s death, commissioner’s transplant: Top CLT stories
Kyle Busch's cause of death, a county commissioner's heart transplant need and an airport labor fight lead Charlotte news on May 28, 2026.
2 venomous spiders are active in North Carolina. Here’s how to spot them
Discover where black widows and brown recluses live in North Carolina, common bite signs, prevention tips for attics and garages, and when to get help.
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles could stay in office beyond planned resignation date
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles told the City Council she will stay in office until they’ve found her replacement, even if that means serving beyond her June 30 exit.
Stanley Cup Final schedule announced for winner of Hurricanes-Canadiens series
When is Stanley Cup Final? When is SCF Game 1? NHL released Stanley Cup Final playoff schedule scenarios if Carolina or Montreal win Eastern Conference Final.
Charlotte pizzeria named Top 50 in U.S. for third year in a row
Charlotte’s Pizza Baby lands in the Top 50 U.S. pizzas for the third year, celebrating community, New York‑style pies and a passion for serving the Queen City.
2 Charlotte men dead, 4 hurt in SC crash between Rock Hill and Lancaster: coroner
Two men from Charlotte died and four others hurt in a collision between two vehicles in Lancaster County east of Rock Hill, the S.C. Highway Patrol said.
Young alligator shows up in NC man’s pool and refuses to leave. ‘He’s got dibs’
Man discovers 3-foot-long alligator living in his fenced-in swimming pool near Southport, North Carolina, and it keeps returning despite being unwanted.