North Carolina Republican Senator Thom Tillis is weighing in on a tiff that’s dividing Donald Trump’s supporters. On Friday, he said on social media that far-right activist Laura Loomer is a “crazy conspiracy theorist who regularly argues disgusting garbage," and said her tirades hurt Trump.

The N.C. Supreme Court is the highest court in North Carolina where Republicans currently hold a 5-to-2 majority. This year, incumbent Justice Allison Riggs, a Democrat, will face Republican Court of Appeals Judge Jefferson Griffin.

Out of all the institutions that gutted DEI programs, UNC-Chapel Hill’s administration cut the most.

This Saturday, Charlotte will experience a slice of South Carolina’s Lowcountry region, a historically and culturally rich area along the state’s coast. During the Lowcountry Culture Festival at Ballantyne’s Backyard, the Lowcountry's music, food, art and history will be on display. WFAE's Gwendolyn Glenn talks to two sweet water basket makers who will give demonstrations during the festival.

Charlotte City Council votes to pump $11 million more into the sports complex at Eastland Yards. Kamala Harris follows up her debate with a stop in the Queen City, and we remember former state Rep. Kelly Alexander.

Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off this Sunday. Many events are happening in and around Charlotte to help people learn more about Hispanic culture.

Vice President Kamala Harris campaigned in Charlotte on Thursday. It was her first campaign event after Tuesday's debate, and reflects how the Democrats believe they can keep North Carolina in play and win the state this year.

Police Chief Mike Clesceri has submitted his resignation, effective Sept. 28. The town say he will return to Illinois due to “unforeseen personal circumstances.” He had been on the job for six months.

House Bill 10 is slated to become law and force North Carolina sheriffs to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement.

The state's Environmental Management Commission voted Thursday to move forward with proposed groundwater standards for toxic chemicals known as PFAS. The public comment period is expected to start in November. The standards could be effective as soon as mid-2025.

The UNC System sent the same guidance to every public university in the state, but each had a different plan for compliance.

A patch of undeveloped land in NoDa is now home to Charlotte's first graffiti park, giving local street artists a space to hone their craft without worry of getting tangled up with the law.