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The Charlotte killing of Kim Thomas: Key events in cold case with recent arrest
Updated February 19, 2026 at 5:19 PM
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Crime & Courts
Arrest made in 1990 Kim Thomas killing in Charlotte, a case that haunted the city
Updated February 20, 2026 at 1:03 PM
Crime & Courts
Candidate for Mecklenburg commissioner targeted in drive-by shooting, police say
Updated February 23, 2026 at 8:10 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Hornets’ LaMelo Ball involved in car crash in uptown Charlotte
Updated February 20, 2026 at 12:40 PM
Politics & Government
ICE protesters turn their attention to private prison company in North Carolina
Updated February 18, 2026 at 3:56 PM
Local
Viral TikTok of teens dancing on car prompts new curfew at Birkdale Village
Updated February 17, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Food and Drink
Here’s when Raising Cane’s is opening its first Charlotte-area restaurant
Updated February 17, 2026 at 3:27 PM
Entertainment
J. Cole’s ‘The Fall-Off Tour’ kicks off in Charlotte this summer. What to know
Updated February 16, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Business
Epstein survivor’s suit alleging Bank of America ignored abuse can proceed, judge says
Updated February 13, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Local
Longtime NC Baptist pastor dismissed after sex allegations, church says
Updated February 12, 2026 at 3:07 PM
Business
West Charlotte River District unveils first retail complex. Here’s a look at it
Updated February 12, 2026 at 11:46 AM
Elections
Voting is starting in NC’s 2026 primary election. Here’s what voters need to know
Updated February 12, 2026 at 2:41 PM
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