Charlotte High School Star Becomes Super Bowl Quarterback
Drake Maye's journey from local standout to NFL superstar
Blake Griffin praises streaking Charlotte Hornets
Armed Robbery Suspect Leads Police on Chase, Fires at Officers
Lifestyle
Charlotte Homelessness Nonprofit Faces Displacement After 400% Rent Hike
Block Love Charlotte urgently raising $250,000 to relocate and continue services

Prominent Charlotte LGBTQ+ Leader Quandrico Rutledge-Wade Dies Unexpectedly
Community mourns the loss of a fraternity founder, faith leader, and advocate for marginalized groups
Charlotte Animal Shelters Face Growing Needs
Overcrowding, strained resources, and a growing need for community support signal a deeper shift in animal welfare
Weather
Charlotte Metro Area Sees Driest Winter on Record
Despite recent winter storms, the region experienced a record-low moisture period from November to January.

Firefighters Rescue Driver Standing on Submerged Truck in Pond During Frigid Weather
The driver was treated at the scene after being rescued from the partially submerged vehicle in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Firefighters Rescue Man from Submerged Car During Nor'easter in North Carolina
Dramatic video shows the daring rescue as intense winter storm slams the region.
Crime
Man pleads guilty to selling fentanyl pills that killed two teens in Belmont
Sage Wright apologized to the victims' families in court as he was sentenced to 20-27 years in prison.

North Carolina Boy with Special Needs Rescued During Snowstorm
Police K-9 played key role in locating the child who wandered from home
American Airlines Flight Hit with Mysterious Blue Laser Strike
The incident occurred about five miles from the Charlotte Douglas International Airport around 7 a.m. local time.
Business
Cousins Acquires Uptown Charlotte Office Tower for $317M
Atlanta-based real estate firm adds another major property to its portfolio.

Duke Energy Helps North Carolina Attract Jobs and Investment
Site Readiness Program has delivered over 48,000 new jobs and $53 billion in capital investment since 2005.
Bob's Discount Furniture Goes Public with IPO
Retailer eyes expansion to 500 stores by 2035 after successful NYSE debut
Sports
Drake Maye's Journey from Charlotte to the Super Bowl
High school and college coaches reflect on coaching the New England Patriots QB

WWE SmackDown Results: Elimination Chamber Qualifying Matches
Wrestlers compete for spots in the upcoming Elimination Chamber pay-per-view
Tre Mann Struggles in Hornets' Rotation Return
Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann sees increased minutes but fails to capitalize amid injuries to teammates.