Weather News80 mph tornado snapped, uprooted trees in “rugged” NC mountain terrain, NWS saysThe NWS storm damage team is checking other areas of the mountains for other possible twisters during the storms.July 31, 2026 at 4:55 PM
NC college trustee resigns following Facebook post on race calling for ‘purge’Updated July 31, 2026 at 9:51 AM
Bryce Young looks like a million — actually, 200 million — bucks at Panther campJuly 30, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Restaurant and bar quietly closes in Plaza Midwood. Here’s what’s moving inUpdated July 30, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Panthers training camp stock watch: Who’s up, who’s down before Fan Fest practiceJuly 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Crime & CourtsBody found during search for woman who may have been kidnapped, NC sheriff saysUpdated July 31, 2026 at 4:36 PM
Politics & GovernmentMonroe councilman resigns as city completes ethics probe into incident with minorJuly 31, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Things to doYour Instagram-worthy weekend plans, with help from Charlotte influencersUpdated July 31, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Food and DrinkPinky’s Westside Grill scraps plan for Plaza Midwood spot, citing ‘uncertainties’July 31, 2026 at 2:09 PM
Around TownThis weekend in Charlotte: Craft tacos + influencers offer recommended things to doJuly 31, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Food and DrinkPopular drive-thru coffee chain plots next Charlotte store. Here’s whereJuly 31, 2026 at 12:08 PM
Crime & CourtsMushrooms and weed in Boone tied to CMPD officer’s Flock abuse, records allegeUpdated July 31, 2026 at 11:09 AM
Food and DrinkNew taco spot with ‘overwhelming’ reviews opens in Plaza Midwood: What to expectUpdated July 31, 2026 at 10:18 AM
Know Your 704No thermometers, soiled equipment: Latest Charlotte-area restaurant inspectionsJuly 31, 2026 at 10:07 AM
EducationNC college trustee resigns following Facebook post on race calling for ‘purge’Updated July 31, 2026 at 9:51 AM
North CarolinaMan stabbed repeatedly when he intervenes in knife attack at party, NC sheriff saysJuly 31, 2026 at 8:31 AM
Things to doJohn Mellencamp proves the songs — and the stories — still matter in CharlotteJuly 31, 2026 at 8:03 AM
OpinionA message to everyone — including drivers — about those Plaza Midwood planters | OpinionUpdated July 31, 2026 at 7:35 AM
OpinionNorth Carolina wants to raise alcohol prices at the worst possible time | OpinionJuly 31, 2026 at 7:34 AM
North CarolinaMilitary exercise with NATO allies to be staged in coastal NC town, USMC saysJuly 31, 2026 at 6:32 AM
High School SportsWATCH: Hopewell coach, players excited about 2026 seasonUpdated July 30, 2026 at 9:01 PM
LocalAs Juliana Nzita’s death grabs national attention, Charlotte leaders mostly silentJuly 31, 2026 at 5:15 AM
Crime & CourtsFederal prosecutor who handled light rail stabbing case becomes U.S. judgeJuly 31, 2026 at 5:30 AM
LocalRock Hill’s busiest stretch of Interstate 77 is about to see some lane closuresJuly 31, 2026 at 5:09 AM
Politics & Government‘Bad actors.’ Charlotte legislators target predatory towing with House, Senate billsJuly 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM
North Carolina‘Exceptional’ estate with sweeping views for sale in the NC mountainsJuly 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM
LocalPopular Catawba River spot threatened by invasive weed. Blame Hurricane HeleneJuly 31, 2026 at 5:15 AM
Food and DrinkOur favorite meals of July at Charlotte restaurants — and where to find themJuly 31, 2026 at 6:30 AM
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