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The 60th floor of the Bank of America Corporate Center is a mysterious, mythical place. At nearly 776 feet above the ground, it's one of the highest spots…

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is requiring buy-now, pay-later lenders to provide the same protections to shoppers as credit card companies do.

Behind 44 points from Iowa’s Caitlin Clark, the Hawkeyes topped the Hokies 80-76 in front of a nationally televised audience on ESPN2, and an announced crowd of 15,196 fans. It could be just the beginning of Charlotte's investment in women's basketball.

A plethora of Super Tuesday election results. Matthews Commissioners change meeting rules. Hornets hire new Executive V.P.

Winter weather blankets the area, with more to come. The Charlotte Fire Dept. considers ending its contract with MEDIC. The town of Matthews declines NCDOT's plan to widen East John Street. The Carolina Panthers end a disappointing season with a road victory.

Josh Stein to become North Carolina's next governor. Charlotte voters approve $400M in bonds to fund affordable housing, transportation and neighborhood improvements. Republican pastor Mark Harris completes his political comeback.

Charlotte City Council looks at ways to reduce juvenile crime. The Environmental Defense Fund examines natural gas price fluctuations to pitch more renewable energy. NC's photo ID voting requirement goes on trial. I-77 expansion costs continue to rise.

An EF-1 tornado touches down in Union County. An historic Hickory mill village used in the film "The Hunger Games" is up for sale. Charlotte is now home to the country's largest car wash company. Odyssey Logistics moves its global headquarters to the Queen City.

Gov. Josh Stein signs Iryna's Law. Charlotte's Economic Development Committee plans a vote on whether to support the Excelsior Club renovation. Charlotte hires a new city attorney. Pumpkin patches in western N.C. are still recovering from Helene.

Nearly 600k low-income adults have signed up for Medicaid in the first year of N.C. expanded eligibility. The State Board of Education is examining how it classifies "English learners." A major copper producer expands in Stokes County. NCDOT begins demolition of a crumbling pedestrian bridge in Concord.

Gov. Josh Stein signs an executive order to boost N.C.'s mental health system. The city of Charlotte considers new rules for street vendors and taxi services. WFAE and Primal Brewery announce the release of a new collaboration brew called Ale Things Considered. Our First Friday Arts panel looks ahead to February events.

Mayor Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles says work will begin immediately to implement the county's newly approved transportation plan. Turnout for Tuesday's Mecklenburg County municipal election was the highest in 10 years. Tega Cay elects its first female mayor. Cabarrus County Commissioner Lynn Shue dies at 71.

Reported crimes at N.C. schools decreased in 2024. The ACLU files a First Amendment lawsuit against Cleveland County schools. Walmart is closing its regional office in Charlotte. Protesters ask Sen. Thom Tillis to stand against President Trump's recent actions. Lovin' Life Music Fest announces more headliners for this year's event.

The Catawba County Sheriff's Office makes several more arrests in connection to Sunday's mass shooting near Hickory. The Brooklyn Village development suffers yet another setback. At least two Democrats plan to challenge Tiawana Brown for the District 3 seat on Charlotte City Council. Hurricane season arrives.

PBS North Carolina says it will cut staff after the loss of nearly $5 million in CPB funding. Iredell County residents voice opposition to Teresa Earnhardt's rezoning request to convert a parcel south of Mooresville for use as a data center. Resident Culture Brewing shuts down its South End taproom.

Mecklenburg County District Attorney Spencer Merriweather has asked the State Bureau of Investigation to examine allegations made against Mecklenburg Sheriff Garry McFadden. Sycamore Brewing shelves plans for a new taproom in Cotswold Village. Gov. Josh Stein endorses Rodney Sadler over incumbent Carla Cunningham for a state House seat in Mecklenburg County.

As Tropical Storm Debby approaches, officials in both North and South Carolina are making preparations. The Wake Forest School of Medicine receives funding to study non-opioid treatment for migraines. N.C. Democratic state House candidate Sabrina Berry plans to stay in the race despite being jailed for 11 days.

Charlotte City Council votes to pre-emptively settle a potential lawsuit by police chief Johnny Jennings. The City of Charlotte's proposed budget for next fiscal year does not call for a property tax increase. A U.S. District Court Judge rules that the N.C. Board of Elections must certify Allison Riggs as the winner of the race for a seat on the state Supreme Court.

NCDOT will study the possibility of placing part of I-77 underground. Silfab Solar in Fort Mill experiences its second chemical spill this week. Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden's primary victory Tuesday has put new focus on a petition to remove him from office. Freedom Park will soon bid farewell to two of its aging botanical residents.