Charlotte

Chase Bank celebrated the grand opening of its 30th branch in Charlotte, located on South Boulevard in South End. The event included a ribbon-cutting ceremony, a tour of the new branch, and remarks from Chase representatives.

One person was killed and another seriously injured in a double-shooting near Charlotte's NoDa neighborhood on July 10. The incident occurred around 8 p.m. off North Tryon Street and West 30th Street, with a vehicle linked to the shooting. Police declared the entire block a crime scene but did not identify the victims or disclose the cause.

Heavy rain and storms caused widespread power outages and tree damage across the Charlotte region on July 10, with three trees falling in Huntersville, including one that seriously injured a woman on July 7. Additional trees fell on homes in Huntersville's Wynfield Community and an apartment complex, while a tree in west Charlotte caused a home to become unlivable. Powerline and tree damage led to extended outages.

Two people were hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after a shooting occurred around 7:50 p.m. on North Tryon Street near Matheson Avenue in north Charlotte. The incident is under investigation, and no further details have been released.

A severe storm caused a large tree to fall on a one-story brick home in west Charlotte, resulting in significant damage and injuring 77-year-old Jeffert Shien. Shien attempted to move his car to safety but was trapped when the tree crashed onto his vehicle and home, leaving part of the structure collapsed.

Newly released video shows a woman being violently attacked and knocked unconscious on a CATS bus in Charlotte. The incident occurred earlier this year, as depicted in the footage.

Severe storms prompted thunderstorm warnings for several counties in the Charlotte region on July 10, 2026, with active alerts until 4:45 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. in specific areas. Additional storms and potential flooding are expected through the weekend as a cold front moves through the Carolinas.

A person was injured in a dog attack in Charlotte, and a CMPD officer shot one of the dogs after it charged at police. Five other dogs were also taken into custody by Animal Care and Control.

Maternal medicine focuses on managing chronic diseases during pregnancy and the post-partum period. Novant Health providers offer support for chronic illness management, including resources like a video and a website to find physicians in Charlotte.

The article explains that emergency symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, and stroke-like symptoms require a visit to an emergency department, while less severe issues may be addressed at urgent care. It advises consulting Novant Health’s website for further guidance.

A woman was electrocuted in southeast Charlotte after severe storms caused a tree branch to fall onto power lines, igniting fires and knocking wires to the ground. The incident led to a police and Duke Energy investigation, with witnesses describing explosive and dangerous conditions.

The article discusses managing severe seasonal allergy symptoms, noting they differ from infection symptoms and offering steps to improve them. It directs readers to a video and Novant Health’s website for finding a primary physician in Charlotte. The Medical Minute segment is sponsored by Novant Health.

A woman in Charlotte died after being electrocuted by a live downed power line in east Charlotte, as confirmed by authorities. The incident occurred on Tuesday.

A Romanian theft ring tied to the Charlotte area was dismantled in a multi-state SNAP fraud scheme, with brothers Marian Ovidiu Dumitru and Catalin Dumitru pleading guilty to wire fraud. The identity-theft ring stole over $760,000 in SNAP benefits across states including New Jersey and Massachusetts, with additional fraudulent purchases totaling $1,160,324 reported at Sam’s Club locations.

Temperatures in Charlotte are expected to rise into the mid-90s with heat index values reaching the low 100s. Afternoon thunderstorms are forecast for the area.

Charlotte's new mayor, Robert Harrington, states the city must comply with state laws limiting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies while continuing to prioritize opportunities for citizens and small businesses. State Republicans are overriding vetoes on bills that prohibit DEI in public education and state/local governments, potentially impacting Charlotte's Business INClusion (CBI) Program.

A 37-year-old woman was electrocuted after a power line snapped and caught fire in southeast Charlotte on July 7. A neighbor, Scott Mallonee, discovered the incident and alerted Charlotte Fire. The cause of the electrocution remains unclear, and the woman's identity has not been released.

Charlotte Mayor Rob Harrington prioritizes neighborhood security and affordable housing in his first week in office. He emphasizes collaboration with Police Chief Estella Patterson to address crime and is navigating challenges related to the I-77 widening project and renegotiating American Airlines' airport contract.

North Carolina Department of Transportation and I-77 Mobility Partners signed a Memorandum of Understanding in June 2026 to evaluate widening a seven-mile section of I-77 North express lanes from Exit 28 to Exit 36. The MOU is not an official project proposal but aims to assess potential improvements, including allowing large commercial vehicles on the lanes. Charlotte previously withdrew support for a related southbound toll lane expansion project.

Charlotte experiences a hot July start with heat lingering through the weekend, followed by increased storm chances over the weekend due to a cold front. Scattered thunderstorms are expected Thursday and Friday, with stronger storms possible, while next week brings a temporary break from heat and humidity.

Tenants at a Myers Park condo complex in Charlotte have been dealing with a manhole eruption in their backyard for years, causing flooding and safety concerns. They are waiting for a solution from Charlotte-Mecklenburg County Storm Water officials.

A Charlotte man was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to illegally possessing firearms and trafficking methamphetamine. The Department of Justice reported the case involving Jacquese Dominique Warren, who was investigated in October 2024.

JetBlue is expanding its operations at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), adding new nonstop routes to cities like Baltimore, Charlotte, Nashville, Chicago, Detroit, and two destinations in Colombia. The airline aims to increase daily flights from 130 to 150 by year-end, leveraging Spirit Airlines' former gates to boost connectivity and economic opportunities in South Florida.

North Carolina's new state budget includes a significant starting salary increase for new teachers, with raises averaging 8% and $12.5 billion allocated to K-12 education. However, veteran teachers criticize the raises as insufficient, with some experiencing a 5.5% increase that fails to keep pace with inflation. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board Chair called the raises a 'great start,' but noted starting salaries still fall short of a living wage in Charlotte.

Roof Above's Day Services Center in Charlotte, a facility providing essential services for the unhoused, was damaged by storms causing the roof to collapse. The center is now closed for months, but the organization is relocating services to adjacent buildings and mobile units to continue support.

Villani’s Bakery in Charlotte, North Carolina, closed temporarily on Tuesday due to an air conditioning system overwhelmed by heat from the kitchen during a heat wave. The bakery reopened on Wednesday after resolving the issue, with staff thanking customers and emphasizing employee safety as the priority.

A person was seriously injured and trapped inside a mobile home in Huntersville, N.C., after a large tree fell on it during storms. Firefighters rescued the individual after 45 minutes, and the person was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. The same storms caused three house fires in Charlotte due to lightning strikes.

Nearly 3,000 households in southeast Charlotte lost power Tuesday night after strong storms caused outages in the Oakhurst and Cotswold areas. Duke Energy reported the outages around 7:30 p.m., attributing them to objects coming into contact with power lines.

Governor Josh Stein signed a $34 billion budget that includes teacher pay raises and Medicaid funding. He is unhappy with a dispute over Charlotte's transportation funding, which may require the city to repay funds allocated for a canceled I-77 South widening project.

A person was seriously injured after a tree fell on a house in Huntersville, North Carolina, around 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7. The incident occurred following strong storms that caused three house fires in Charlotte due to lightning strikes overnight into early Tuesday. The injured individual was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries, and the cause of the tree fall remains unclear.

An overnight storm caused major damage to Roof Above's Day Services Center in Charlotte, leading to the closure of 'The Hub' and the relocation of modified services to 'The Depot' while repairs are assessed. Some services, including showers and laundry, are temporarily disrupted.

A portion of Roof Above’s primary shelter in north Charlotte is closed after severe storms caused roof damage, disrupting showers, laundry, and cooling services during extreme summer heat. The nonprofit can no longer provide cooling shelter services for vulnerable residents as repairs are underway, though no injuries were reported.

Charlotte is expected to experience a surge in heat with temperatures rising to the mid to upper 90s as storms subside. Storms will remain north of Charlotte tonight and decrease in frequency, with a potential cooldown by the weekend. Weather updates are available through WSOC-TV's Weather 24/7 stream and app.

Villani’s Bakery in Charlotte, N.C., closed on July 7 due to a heat wave that overwhelmed its air conditioning system, leading to unsafe working conditions. The bakery prioritized staff safety over operations and did not specify a reopening date.

For the Struggle, Inc., a Charlotte-based nonprofit, received a $4,000 grant from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to provide nutritious meals to seniors facing food insecurity. The grant supports the nonprofit's Senior Feeding Program, which serves over 200 older adults twice weekly, addressing barriers like fixed incomes and food deserts.

Lightning caused multiple house fires in Charlotte, with flames seen bursting through a roof in bodycam video. Firefighters controlled one fire on Tremaine Court within 40 minutes, and no injuries were reported. Officials confirmed three lightning-related fires occurred within an hour.

A 53-year-old man, Idrisu Issaku, was killed Monday morning when he became trapped between a backing tractor-trailer and a loading dock at a shopping center in southeast Charlotte. He was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries, where he died.

The Charlotte Fire Department responded to three fires within 30 minutes overnight.

A heat wave continues in Charlotte with heat index values expected to exceed 100 degrees, making it feel hotter during peak heating. Isolated storms are possible on Tuesday afternoon.

Charlotte’s NoDa neighborhood is set to receive a new mixed-use development, Pass 42, as Atlanta-based developer Third & Urban plans to convert a former warehouse on Raleigh Street into a 120,000-square-foot space with office, retail, restaurant, and recreational amenities. The project, awaiting city approval, is the third phase of The Pass development, which includes prior phases like Pass 41 and Sorella Apartments.