Estella Patterson, who previously served as Chief of Police in Raleigh, will officially begin her new role on Dec. 1.

The "Coalition for a Better 2050," which supports the sales tax increase, has raised $1.7 million, according to the campaign finance report.

State lawmakers addressed this report during Wednesday's three-hour long meeting of the House Select Committee on Government Efficiency, state Republican's attempt to recreate President Trump's "DOGE" initiative.

Before jury selection began, the judge made a key ruling on what evidence jurors would be allowed to hear.

Safety remains a top concern for transit riders, particularly in the South End, following the murder of Iryna Zarutska on a Blue Line train in August.

As a part of the plan, CATS rolls back deal with shelters to give unhoused people free fares.

CMPD officers ended a violent spree by fatally shooting a suspect who kidnapped a woman and fired at officers during a car chase.

A Charlotte man faces dozens of felony charges in connection with a series of break-ins.

Republican leaders in Charlotte are demanding more accountability on what they call a public safety crisis after the deadly light rail stabbing.

Only a simple majority is needed to redraw maps, which Republicans hold easily in both chambers. The governor cannot veto the decision. Lawmakers say the plan is to ensure President Trump's agenda to retain GOP control of the U.S. House.

"That's four victims, that's four families that are grieving," CMPD Maj. Dave Johnson said.

According to the No Kings website, at least 16 protests are planned for the Charlotte area.

Data released by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police on Wednesday showed a significant decrease in violent crime compared to 2024.

Parents attempting to contact CMS transportation for answers said they encountered repeated busy signals.

As of Monday afternoon, council had received 126 applications for the authority positions.

With early voting just a week away, residents packed Matthews Town Hall on Thursday seeking clarity on a proposed one-cent sales tax increase for transportation projects, as confusion and concerns about the measure persist.

Uncertainty remains about some of the thornier aspects of the plan advanced by the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump — such as whether and how Hamas will disarm, and who will govern Gaza. But the sides appear closer than they have been in months to ending a war that has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians, destroyed most of Gaza and brought famine to parts of it, and triggered other conflicts across the Middle East.

The East/West station, where Zarutska was killed, has recorded 560 incidents nearby since 2022, including six incidents of aggravated assault with a knife.

CMPD officers told council members they need more than additional patrols — they require enhanced mental health response training. Experts also addressed the state's shortage of psychiatric beds.