A tornado warning for central Anson County remained in effect until 10 a.m. Sunday, while warnings for Montgomery, Richmond and Stanly counties expired at 9:30 a.m. The National Weather Service tracked storms capable of producing tornadoes near Wadesboro and Marshville.

Flooding along the Johns River closed a section of Highway 18 north of Morganton on Oct. 11. Transportation crews placed barricades and will keep the road closed until water levels fall.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg police are investigating a deadly crash near Wilora Lake Road and Central Avenue. Drivers were asked to avoid the area while the investigation continues.

A Charlotte Fire Department task force is on standby with rescue gear, supplies and monitoring tools prepared for a weather emergency. Firefighters say they can work independently for days if a disaster disrupts local support systems.

A 2-year-old boy was killed in a shooting Saturday night at a home on McCall Town Road, south of Lenoir. Caldwell County deputies say the child got hold of an unsecured firearm; no charges have been filed as the investigation continues.

More than 10,000 customers across the Carolinas were without electricity Saturday as heavy rain and gusty winds from Hurricane Isaias’ remnants brought flood watches to western North Carolina. State officials sent swiftwater rescuers to the region, where some areas could receive 5 to 6 inches of rai

The NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Charlotte Motor Speedway is rescheduled for 8 p.m. Sunday, after the Bank of America 400. Saturday’s fan-zone activities, practice and qualifying were canceled as rain from Hurricane Isaias moved through the region.

A teenager from Burke County was shot and killed Friday night at a gathering for Hibriten High School students in Caldwell County. Deputies said about 70 to 80 people were there; further details were not immediately available.

Two people were killed in a crash on Independence Boulevard early Saturday as traffic headed toward Uptown Charlotte. Police temporarily closed inbound lanes near Charlottetown Avenue while investigating.

The storm’s remnants are expected to bring 1 to 2 inches of rain to Charlotte through Sunday morning, with heavier totals and flash-flood danger in the mountains. Forecasters also warn of gusty winds and a low risk of brief tornadoes.

Rain from Hurricane Isaias canceled Saturday morning practice and qualifying for the Blue Cross NC 300 in Concord. The 4 p.m. race remained scheduled, with its starting lineup to be determined under NASCAR rules.

A person was shot early Saturday near Remount Road and West Boulevard in west Charlotte and taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. The circumstances leading to the shooting were not immediately known.

A crash near Sugar Creek Road early Saturday sent five people, including a Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer, to the hospital. Two people had life-threatening injuries, while the officer’s injuries were not considered life-threatening, authorities said.

Hurricane Isaias’ landfall near Destin, Florida, snarled air travel at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, with nearly 300 delays and 40 cancellations reported. Some passengers headed to Miami had to find lodging or switch to rental cars.

Charlotte police are investigating a fatal crash reported early Saturday near the I-277 interchange. Inbound lanes were shut down at Charlottetown Avenue, and drivers were urged to find another route.

Thousands gathered at Charlotte Motor Speedway Friday for a public celebration of Kyle Busch, the track’s winningest driver. His family and fellow racers remembered both his career and the ways he influenced people beyond the track.

Rain and strong winds are forecast across the Charlotte region as Hurricane Isaias moves north, with flood watches in western counties. Some mountain areas could see gusts near 50 mph and have a wind advisory through Sunday morning.

A flock of more than 1,000 chimney swifts gathered at East Mecklenburg High School, using an old brick chimney as an evening roost before their migration to South America. The birds depend on large chimneys that are disappearing across Charlotte.

Ashley Monique Armstrong, 38, was arrested Oct. 8 on a charge related to an alleged threat to shoot employees at Charlotte’s Metro School. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools said she was fired after her arrest.

The annual event, which draws more than 100,000 visitors, is expected to leave the Park Expo and Conference Center as redevelopment approaches. It is scheduled to return to its longtime venue in 2026 and 2027.

Gov. Josh Stein has signed a law suspending the state’s 41-cent-per-gallon motor fuel tax through Nov. 30. Economists estimate drivers may see a smaller reduction of 30 to 35 cents per gallon, and savings could take about a week to show up at pumps.

Jurors began deliberating Friday after a three-week trial over Mary Collins’ killing inside a NoDa apartment. Prosecutors say Lavi Pham and James Salerno were involved; both defense teams urged jurors to reject the murder charges.

Two Fort Lawn residents each face two counts of unlawful conduct toward a child after a 9-year-old boy died following a medical emergency at a Chester County home. Investigators also cited hazardous conditions and concerns about other children’s safety; the death investigation remains open.

Christopher Easterling, 49, was killed Thursday evening after a car struck him on Eastway Drive. Police arrested the driver, Jacoa Stringfellow, on a driving-while-impaired charge as investigators continue to examine the crash.

Records show Democratic candidate LaKesha Womack bought a home in a neighboring Charlotte district while her registered voting address was listed for rent. Republican Rep. Brad Knott is registered to vote in a district next to the one he represents.

Cassandra Risso, 24, was arrested Thursday in Hollywood, Florida, on a North Carolina charge stemming from a stabbing that left a Huntersville resident with life-threatening injuries. She is awaiting extradition to North Carolina, according to the report.

An MV-22B Osprey made an emergency landing during a training operation in Bladen County on Oct. 8 after catching fire. One of the four Marines aboard was taken to a burn center, and military officials are investigating.

Gov. Josh Stein signed a law suspending the state’s 41-cent-per-gallon motor fuel tax through November, a move expected to reduce transportation revenue by $360 million. Drivers may wait to see lower prices, and how much of the tax cut reaches them will depend on the market.

Belmont Mayor Joe Jordan plans to raise concerns about possible aircraft noise at a public forum as the FAA reviews flight paths ahead of Charlotte Douglas International Airport’s fourth runway. The airport expects to release a draft environmental review in November.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg police are investigating a fatal crash reported Thursday night in east Charlotte. Eastway Drive was closed near East Independence Boulevard as detectives worked at the scene, and drivers were asked to avoid the area.

Union County investigators say a 24-year-old man traveled from California to meet a 15-year-old he met on Roblox. A bystander’s 911 call at Dogwood Park in Waxhaw prompted the investigation.

Acting Superintendent Melissa Balknight has agreed to remain in the role while the Charlotte-Mecklenburg school board searches for a permanent leader. The district announced the arrangement Thursday, Oct. 8.

William Stanley was sentenced to one year of probation after his conviction in a protest outside Charlotte’s Department of Homeland Security building. He must also complete 50 hours of community service and pay a fine.

A longtime owner is selling his nine-acre Cotswold property, where creeks, trails and wildlife remain amid nearby construction. Neighbors and conservation groups are exploring ways to preserve the woodland, but Charlotte says no action is currently before City Council.

The storm was forecast to move inland from Florida and bring heavy rain, strong winds and a risk of isolated tornadoes to the Carolinas this weekend. Forecasters said the Charlotte region could receive up to 3 inches of rain by Sunday night.

Six people have been arrested in the September shooting that killed 4-year-old Caleb Flax, but police are still seeking other suspects. His family says the gunfire has changed life on Grassy Patch Lane and wants to know why homes were targeted.

A proposed EPA and Army Corps definition of federally protected waters could leave some North Carolina wetlands and streams outside Clean Water Act safeguards. Environmental advocates warn that the change could affect flooding, drinking water and fisheries from Charlotte to the High Country.

A proposed Duke Energy agreement would require data centers with demand of at least 50 megawatts to pay for dedicated infrastructure and at least 75% of their contracted power. The deal still needs state approval, and consumer and environmental advocates say it leaves important questions unresolved.

Lavi Pham’s defense rested Thursday after presenting expert testimony that drugs may have impaired his judgment the night Mary Collins was killed. Jurors are expected to hear closing arguments Friday before beginning deliberations.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is investigating whether Wells Fargo’s homeownership initiatives violated fair-lending laws. The agency is also reviewing similar programs at other banks, as Black residents remain underrepresented among North Carolina homeowners.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will keep Dr. Melissa Balknight as acting superintendent past her planned Jan. 1 retirement date while the school board searches for a permanent leader. The decision comes as the district faces multiple investigations into financial controversies.

Mecklenburg County had 85.5 miles of greenways by March 2026, up more than 20 miles since 2022. Police records show several serious incidents near trails, while residents and county officials point to both safety steps and gaps in lighting and patrol coverage.

Rain from Hurricane Isaias is expected to reach the Charlotte region Saturday and continue into Sunday, with gusts near 30 mph. Forecasters estimate about 1.5 inches of rain around Charlotte and warn of a localized flooding risk in the mountains.

Tommy Martin will remain jailed while facing allegations that he pushed a light rail security guard onto the tracks and assaulted her at the Arrowood station. The judge said no release conditions could adequately address the risk of Martin failing to appear or the community’s safety.

A firefighter was killed and two others were hospitalized while responding to a fire in Durham on Thursday morning. Authorities urged the public to stay away from the area near Marly Road and Highway 70 as multiple agencies responded.

A 16-year-old reported being robbed at gunpoint Oct. 2 while attempting to sell two pairs of designer shoes on Statesville Avenue. Police say the stolen footwear included pink Bottega shoes and black Rick Owens shoes.

The House and Senate unanimously approved a measure that would zero out North Carolina’s 41-cent-per-gallon state gas tax through Nov. 30, once signed by Gov. Josh Stein. The vote came in a special session weeks before the midterm election, drawing criticism from Democrats over its timing.

North Iredell and Kings Mountain high schools responded to bomb threats Wednesday, while Salisbury High briefly restricted movement after a report of a person with a gun nearby. No students or staff were injured; authorities said the Kings Mountain threat was a false alarm and the Salisbury suspect

Parents at Collinswood Language Academy say a vacant Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools property near Tyvola Road poses safety concerns and should be demolished. Wildlife advocates want its brick chimney preserved as a roost for more than 1,000 swifts, whose population has fallen by more than half since

Charlotte Douglas International Airport is proposing a package of terminal, airfield and infrastructure work, including new Concourse C gates and a passenger tunnel. The project’s estimated cost has not been disclosed, and City Council is expected to review it before voting at a later meeting.