I-485 closed in west Charlotte for shooting investigation
A section of Interstate 485 in west Charlotte was closed Sunday morning due to an investigation into a shooting that happened just after 11 a.m.
Can AI do Southern hospitality?
On a recent tragic day, I drove away from Bojangles with sauceless chicken supremes after my first encounter with the AI drive-thru bot, "Bo-Linda." Why it matters: Charlotte's hometown restaurant, known for its Southern charm, now greets its customers with AI — leaving them divided over whether the impersonal tech is
Windsor Run keeps residents moving with fitness program
MATTHEWS – Windsor Run makes it easy for residents to care for their well-being. The Erickson Senior Living community has two fitness centers, a group exercise studio, scenic walking paths and an expanding calendar of classes. “The fitness center always offers something that supports my personal wellness goals,” reside
Sting, WNBA alums hope Charlotte runs it back on women’s hoops
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (CAROLINA SPORTS LIVE) — Nearly three decades later, WNBA pioneer Kym Hampton still has nightmares about playing in Charlotte. “Battles,” she smiles. “Oh my god battles.” Clearly, the Sting left an impression. But as you might have guessed, she wasn’t the only person they affected. “People are hungry fo
Local Man Heads To Court In Drunk Driving Death Of 45-Year-Old Mom
A Gastonia man is set to face a Gaston County judge after a crash that killed 45-year-old Rashonda Greene, authorities say. Greene died after her vehicle was hit in the wreck, and police say alcohol was a factor. The case has rattled relatives and neighbors as prosecutors comb through the evidence ahead of formal charg
CMPD investigates deadly crash in east Charlotte
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A collision turned deadly in east Charlotte , according to CMPD. The crash caused a pin-in, Medic confirmed, which had hurt two people on North Sharon Amity near Tarrywood Lane. The number of deaths has not been confirmed. CMPD says North Sharon Amity is blocked in...
Davidson Teen Accused In Fatal Shearer Road Crash
DAVIDSON — A 16-year-old is facing serious legal trouble after an early-morning crash on Shearer Road that killed another 16-year-old, according to Davidson police. Officers identified the driver as Tristan Lehman and the victim as 16-year-old Eamon Leary. Police say Lehman was arrested, booked into the Mecklenburg Cou
Charlotte transit leaders: Buses and trains are more secure
Charlotte transit leaders: Buses and trains are more secure. Charlotte City Manager Marcus Jones talks during an Oct. 3, 2025, press conference announcing new public safety initiatives on Charlotte Area Transit System routes and vehicles. The initiatives are in response to the Aug. 22, 2025, stabbing death of Iryna Zar
One Trip To This Enormous North Carolina Outlet Mall And You’ll Never Pay Full...
There’s a moment that happens to every shopper at Concord Mills in Concord, North Carolina, when they realize they’ve been doing retail all wrong their entire life. It usually occurs somewhere between finding designer jeans for a fraction of their original cost and discovering that fifty dollars can buy enough clothes
21-year-old man dies while being held at Mecklenburg County jail, officials say
An investigation has been launched into the death of a 21-year-old man who was being held at the Mecklenburg County Detention Center in uptown Charlotte, according to the sheriff’s Office. Ja’Lan Riddick of Charlotte was pronounced dead just after 4 p.m. Saturday, the sheriff’s office said in a June 6 news release. “At

















