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A man is facing multiple charges after he slashed the tires of 40 vehicles in the parking lot of a Publix in Ballantyne on Saturday, May 3. Darren Anthony Ransom, 30, was arrested after witnesses reported he had been damaging vehicles for about 20 minutes at the Publix in Ballantyne Town Center. Police finally arrested […]
Charlotte has been ranked 44th in Niche.com’s 2025 list of the best cities to live in the United States, based on factors such as crime rates, public schools, and job opportunities. The city’s strong economy, diverse population, and cultural scene contribute to its appeal. Raleigh and Durham in North Carolina also made the top 50 […]
Severe weather is expected to hit the Carolinas on Monday afternoon and evening, bringing the potential for damaging winds, hail, and tornadoes. Temperatures will start in the 60s with breezy conditions as winds move in from the south-southwest. The storm system has already caused significant flight disruptions at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, with over 200 […]
A series of crashes on Interstate 85 in Salisbury has led to the closure of all four lanes near exit 76 for East Innes Street and U.S. 52. The North Carolina State Highway Patrol reported four separate incidents in a 2-mile span, with crashes also occurring at mile-markers 74 and 75. North of Charlotte in […]
New legislation filed in Raleigh, Senate Bill 55, aims to ban students from using non-educational devices in North Carolina schools for the entire school day. The bill would restrict students from using personal wireless communication devices from the first to the last bell of the school day. Supporters of the bill, including author Sen. Jim […]
Charlotte crew aboard American Airlines flight
Hundreds of flights at Charlotte Douglas International Airport have been canceled as a winter storm approaches the region. According to FlightAware data from Jan. 10, over 700 flights had been canceled, with more than 90 delays recorded. The majority of cancellations affected American Airlines, which operates a hub at the airport, though several other airlines […]
Charlotte could see its first significant snowfall in over 1,076 days, with the last major snow recorded in January 2022. While some snowflakes fell on Dec. 3, the upcoming system has the potential to bring more than just a light dusting. Winter weather is expected to arrive Friday afternoon, moving west to east and lasting […]
A new Zillow report suggests that Charlotte will be one of the hottest housing markets in the U.S. in 2025. Zillow reviewed multiple factors — including how quickly homes have been selling, and its own forecast for home value growth — in the 50 most populated cities nationwide. Overall, Zillow’s analysis determined cities primarily on […]
Cold weather in the South, especially in North Carolina, can be unpredictable, making preparation essential. Unlike northern states that experience harsh winters regularly, the South isn’t always equipped to handle sudden drops in temperature, icy roads, or winter storms. Freezing rain and black ice are common hazards, often catching residents off guard. That’s why it’s […]
CLT Uptown Restaurant, The King’s Kitchen, Closes Permanently
Flight 1722, departing from LaGuardia to Charlotte, was forced to make an emergency landing at Kennedy Airport due to a reported bird strike. The plane landed safely with no injuries to the 190 passengers and six crew members on board. The incident highlights the increasing number of bird strikes in the U.S., with the FAA […]
