Charred tractor-trailer causing heavy delays on I-485 in SW Charlotte
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A tractor-trailer catching on fire on Interstate 485 has snarled traffic in southeast Charlotte Monday afternoon. The charred semi was seen on I-485 Outer leading up to Exit 4 (Steele Creek Road). No one was transported from the scene. As of 4:45 p.m., traffic was backed up to Wil
Swanky Brazilian steakhouse chain debuts in uptown Charlotte
Fogo de Chão , the swanky Brazilian steakhouse known for its Churrasco-fired meats, has opened its first North Carolina restaurant in uptown Charlotte. The eatery celebrated its grand opening on Monday, Aug. 31, at 200 S. Tryon S., last home to McCormick and Schmick’s, Charlotte Business Journal first reported. Built a
Man arrested for 2001 killing in east Charlotte
A 43-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a Charlotte homicide that happened more than 25 years ago.
Jail North inmate transfer delayed until Mecklenburg County sheriff briefs commissioners
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A transfer of about 200 inmates from the Mecklenburg County Jail to Jail North, originally scheduled for Sept. 1, will not happen as planned. Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden must first present his plan to Mecklenburg County Commissioners because of a state law. Sheriff cites funding..
Have You Seen Her? Missing Matthews woman hasn’t been seen since May
Officials say Alexandra Eileen Martin was last seen in the 1900 block of Windsor Hill Drive on May 27.
South Mountains Fire Rescue Responds to Traumatic Fall
Connelly Springs, NC – August 30, 2026 — At approximately 4:40 p.m. today, South Mountains Fire Rescue (SMFR) was dispatched to a reported traumatic fall. Upon arrival, emergency personnel evaluated the patient and determined that the injuries required a higher level of medical care. Due to the severity of the patient’
Federal trial begins for protesters charged during Charlotte Border Patrol operation
Heather Morrow and William Donovan Stanley face four federal misdemeanor charges each as their joint trial began in federal court following an immigration enforcement operation in Charlotte.
Charlotte man arrested in connection with deadly shooting at Lincoln County campground
An 18-year-old Charlotte man has been taken into custody in connection with a fatal Aug. 23 shooting at Tuckers Grove Campground in Iron Station, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office announced on Monday.
Trial set for North Carolina tow company accused of illegal towing practices
GASTON COUNTY, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A local tow company based out of Lowell is accused of illegal towing practices and is set to go to trial, court records show. The City of Gastonia filed a civil lawsuit against Jack’s Towing and Recovery Service, LLC on March 20, alleging that the business conducts trespass […]
Jodeci Takes ‘Forever My Lady’ Back on the Road 35 Years Later
Jodeci is taking Forever My Lady back on the road — 35 years after the album helped rewrite the rules of R&B. The legendary group has announced a 36-city U.S. tour celebrating the 35th anniversary of its debut album, with the run beginning Oct. 24 at The Masonic in San Francisco. From there, Jodeci will hit Los Angeles

















