May 2026
Rural NC police officer filmed beating woman is suspended by police chief
A Shelby police officer was suspended after a doorbell camera showed him punching a woman; the department and Cleveland County are investigating the incident.
Greg Biffle’s ex-wife sues driver’s estate, pilot’s estate for wrongful death
Nicole Biffle sues the estates of pilot Dennis Dutton and Greg Biffle, alleging negligence led to the Dec. 18 Cessna crash that killed Emma Biffle.
Disease-carrying ‘kissing bugs’ are in NC. Info about the dangerous insects
Triatomine bugs can carry Chagas disease, but cases in NC are rare. Discover signs, long-term risks and simple steps to lower your chance of exposure.
How Hornets center Moussa Diabaté plans to make huge leap for 2026-27 NBA season
Charlotte Hornets center Moussa Diabaté presented with NBA 2025-26 Kia Hustle Award during a ceremony at Spectrum Center. Diabate in Hornets roster plans.
Accused shooter’s ‘folk hero’ narrative spread fast. Records show years of warning signs.
Gwendolyn White is accused of attempted first degree murder after she allegedly shot two attorneys outside the downtown Wake County courthouse in Raleigh, NC.
NC’s private school voucher program will get a state audit
State Auditor Dave Boliek will audit North Carolina’s Opportunity Scholarship program after rapid expansion to over 100,000 students and $587.5M in funding.
Technical glitches hinder CMS state testing for the second day in a row
Some Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools students could not finish end-of-grade tests Thursday and Friday due to server disruptions; families will get updated schedules.
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.
I tried the food at one of Charlotte’s oldest restaurants. What I got for $25
At South 21 Drive In (3101 E. Independence Blvd., Charlotte), classic Super Boy burgers, potato salad and warm apple pie deliver big flavor without a big price.
Rural NC police officer filmed beating woman is suspended by police chief
A Shelby police officer was suspended after a doorbell camera showed him punching a woman; the department and Cleveland County are investigating the incident.