A look at the predatory practices some Charlotte tow truck drivers use to take advantage of those they tow. That includes both civilians and commercial truck drivers. Plus, we dive into what lawmakers are doing to stop it.

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein announced more than $4 million in grants Thursday to support parks and recreation projects in western North Carolina.

Gas prices at the pump fell more than six cents per gallon over the past week in Charlotte, but analysts say prices could begin climbing again as soon as Monday.

The Charlotte Hornets closed the regular season Sunday night with a 110-96 road win over the New York Knicks, securing the ninth seed in the Eastern Conference and a home play-in game.

There are about 100 data centers in the state that account for up to 3% of the state’s energy demand. That demand is expected to more than double by 2030, as the market for larger facilities grows to accommodate these rapidly evolving technologies.

South Carolina lawmakers are considering a temporary tweak to the state’s school voucher program after learning some homeschooled students were being awarded money — something they say was never intended.

A new exhibit at the Charlotte Museum of History opens next week, aiming to immerse visitors in one of the country's most pivotal moments.

Dozens of residents spoke out at a Concord City Council meeting Thursday night against a possible immigration detention center in the area.

June marks the beginning of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. This week, Colorado State University released its annual forecast.

On the local news roundup, Charlotte City Council’s safety committee focuses on transit security and debates the return of red light cameras, Mooresville Mayor Chris Carney says he won’t resign following a vote of no confidence by the town board, and the Hornets are in the final stretch of their most successful season in years.

Two people have been arrested after a horse was filmed galloping through uptown Charlotte late Friday night before being struck by a car.

The Charlotte Area Transit System will limit light rail service in South End later this month as crews install a new pedestrian track crossing behind the Publix grocery store.