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Two people from Charlotte have been identified after they were found dead near Lake Wylie in South Carolina in what is “believed to be a murder-suicide,” according to the York County Sheriff’s Office . The victims found near the boat landing along the South Carolina side of the lake were identified Tuesday as Glenda...

From massive fireworks and rooftop parties to family-friendly countdowns and free community events, Charlotte offers dozens of ways to welcome 2026. Whether you want champagne at midnight, an early balloon drop with kids, or a relaxed New Year’s Day tradition, here are 26 of the best ways to celebrate in the Queen...

It’s impossible to review a year’s worth of news in just one hour, especially after the year we just had. But the Charlotte Talks team wanted to highlight the significant news we brought you over the last 365 days. It seemed like there was never a dull moment.

Tuesday: We are waking up 20 to 40 degrees colder than where we were this time yesterday! A freezing start across the area. Temperatures do not warm too much with highs in the mid 40s. Sunny skies. It stays windy through the day in the mountains. Wednesday: Another freezing start...

As the new year begins, a local editor reflects on rare downtime, family rituals, small escapes and deep gratitude for community, faith and simple joys.

After a long year of eating all over Charlotte, digging into everyday meals and truly memorable dishes alike, we like to look back and give credit to where it’s due. Charlotte restaurants work hard, day in and day out, to nourish our bellies — and our spirits — with all kinds of food. And we couldn’t be more...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will offer free radon testing kits starting Thursday, Jan. 1. Radon is a naturally occurring colorless, odorless gas that is released from the ground and into the air. Radon can become dangerous when it gets trapped inside homes and builds...

A routine traffic stop on Christmas Eve in Monroe took a turn for the dramatic when a suspect learned the hard way that flight from the police, especially when their canine unit is at the ready, is a futile effort. According to the Monroe Police Department's social media post, the incident began with a traffic stop...

LAKE WYLIE, S.C. — The York County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the deaths of two individuals found in Lake Wylie on Sunday night in what authorities are describing as a...

As the CEO of a German software company called WSCAD , one of Axel Zein’s primary missions is to leverage artificial intelligence to simplify the lives of electrical engineers. “We had horse carriages, and then the train came. The truth is, coachmen are not around anymore,” Zein said, reflecting on technological...