Fire, road work close Interstate 85 lanes in Charlotte on Saturday
A fire and road work closed Interstate 85 lanes in Charlotte on Saturday, according to NCDOT and media reports. Work is expected to continue until 5 p.m.
NC legislative leaders call for a special session to discuss relief for gas prices
North Carolina legislative leaders announce a special session to provide relief from rising gas and diesel prices, with details to be released at a later date.
Two deputies shot while confronting man shooting at neighbors, NC sheriff says
Two deputies were shot Friday morning while investigating reports of a man was shooting at passersby in an eastern North Carolina neighborhood, sheriff says.
Weddington dominates showdown of unbeaten Union County teams Friday
Weddington Warriors easily beat Union County NCHSAA NC high school football rival Marvin Ridge on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026
Traffic cone used as weapon in random attacks on 2 women in Dilworth, CMPD says
Two women randomly attacked in Dilworth by stranger swinging a traffic cone, and a third woman was threatened for saying “hello” to the man, CMPD says.
Bat-wielding man doused victims in bear spray, hit them with SUV, NC sheriff says
Man and woman in rural North Carolina were attacked by bat-swinging man who doused them in toxic bear repellant, then hit them with a Chevy Tahoe, police say.
NC retailers warn of ‘last chance’ to buy THC beverages before they are gone
THC-infused drinks and other intoxicating products will be banned when the federal law changes for hemp products. Total Wine among retailers warning buyers.
Lake Norman Charter volleyball embraces cancer survivors, aims for 2nd state title
Lake Norman Charter volleyball draws strength from cancer survivors Avery Caruso and Zoe Sinclair while chasing a second straight N.C. 4A state title.
Thom Tillis sure doesn’t seem optimistic about Republicans winning NC | Opinion
In a recent TV appearance, CNN’s Jake Tapper asked Tillis if North Carolina is a “lost cause for Republicans.” | Opinion
Forensics expert clarifies what deleted ‘things’ were on Nolan Wells’ phone
Forensics expert Andrew Garrett clarifies some Snapchat messages were deleted remotely from Nolan Wells’ phone; no evidence someone unlocked it after July 4.