Charlotte, North Carolina News & Breaking Stories

NBA star Kemba Walker retires after 12 years, reflecting on his journey from UConn to becoming a Celtics legend.

Hornets reveal Tidjane Salaün will wear #31. French rookie set to join Charlotte's young core at California Summer League.

2024 NBA Draft features French talent, UConn stars, and surprises. Historic picks, intriguing selections, and unexpected falls highlight opening round.

Australian prospect Johnny Furphy expected to be drafted early in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft. Watch live on ESPN.

NBA Draft night kicks off with top prospects like Risacher, Sarr, and Sheppard making waves. Find out which teams landed big picks!

Taylor Swift fan attends two nights of the Eras Tour at Wembley, experiencing the magic of costumes, friendship, and unforgettable performances.

Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl takes a swipe at Taylor Swift during London concert, implying she doesn't perform live. Swift responds subtly.

Prince William dances to Taylor Swift's Shake It Off at concert, proving he's a Swiftie with some serious moves!

Willie Mays' legacy honored at Rickwood Field as MLB pays tribute. Fans celebrate with music, history, and memories of the great player.

Princess Charlotte steals the show at Trooping the Colour with a trendy bow and matching outfit alongside her protective siblings.

FAA sues American Airlines passenger who tried to open plane door mid-flight, forced to be duct taped to seat.

NC DMV opens selected offices on Saturdays to handle summer rush. Walk-ins welcome for various services, including REAL IDs. Save time online.

Charlotte City Council approves Red Line agreement with Norfolk Southern, Silver Line likely dead, CMPD seizes vehicles, missing girl update, NASCAR news.

Atlanta United stuns Inter Miami 3-1 as Saba Lobjanidze scores twice, overshadowing Lionel Messi's lone goal in Major League Soccer.

Stewart-Haas Racing, a two-time NASCAR championship team, will close its doors at the end of the season after 15 years.

The Coca-Cola 600 had it all: military tributes, a sold-out crowd, and a visit from Donald Trump. Christopher Bell emerged victorious.

Donald Trump joins NASCAR fans at Coca-Cola 600, meets driver Austin Dillon, and shows support for police and military families.

Kyle Larson, NASCAR points leader, debuts in Indy 500 with plans to run NASCAR's Coca-Cola 600 on the same day.

Memorial Day sports calendar used to revolve around the Indianapolis 500 and baseball doubleheaders, now dominated by various sports events.

Stenhouse threw a punch at Busch after a wreck in an otherwise boring race, setting off a viral NASCAR brawl.

Joey Logano dominates at North Wilkesboro Speedway, winning his second All-Star Race and $1 million, with limited drama and controversy.

Xander Schauffele dominates PGA Championship with historic 62, taking early lead over Finau and Theegala in ideal conditions.

Actress Angie Harmon sues Instacart and shopper for shooting and killing her dog, seeking justice for trespassing and negligence.

Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods take a stand against LIV Golf, PGA Tour-Saudi negotiations continue, golf ratings decline, McIlroy's recent wins.

McIlroy closes in on Schauffele at Wells Fargo Championship with impressive bogey-free round, Straka surprises with strong performance.

Xander Schauffele leads Wells Fargo Championship after controversial ruling on 8th hole. Fans criticize decision to grant free relief.

National Day of Prayer 2024 theme is "Lift up the Word, Light up the World." Faith leaders share why prayer is crucial now.

Terry Clark Hughes Jr. opened fire, killing four police officers in Charlotte, North Carolina. Tragic incident sends shockwaves through community.

Three officers, including a US Marshal, killed in Charlotte shooting incident. Seven others injured. Authorities investigating, two people of interest questioned.

Lionel Messi starts for Inter Miami against New England Revolution, drawing record crowd. Suarez on bench, Campana returns from injury.

Panthers make flurry of trades, enter final day of draft with four picks. Potential targets include cornerbacks, quarterbacks, and linemen.

Privately-owned farm paid for by Whac-A-Mole game near Charlotte listed for $5.6 million. Features top-quality horse facilities and stunning views.

NBA playoffs show aggressiveness is key. Mavericks tie series with Clippers thanks to Dončić and Irving's late-game heroics. Defense wins games.

Sting is a thrilling horror film about a killer spider that keeps viewers hooked with suspense, scares, and a creepy atmosphere.

Philadelphia 76ers defeat Orlando Magic, Joel Embiid injury scare, move into tie for sixth place in Eastern Conference standings.

Gary Trent Jr. scores 31 points, leads Raptors to victory over Bucks. Quickley flirts with triple-double, Bucks lose third straight.

Kimora Lee's daughter, Aoki, 21, sparks romance rumors with 65-year-old Vittorio Assaf after meeting on vacation in the Caribbean.

Nets GM talks about Ben Simmons' potential before his season-ending injury, leaving the team uncertain about their future.

Joshua Jackson and Lupita Nyong'o confirm relationship with a passionate kiss in Mexico, celebrating her birthday together. #LoveIsInTheAir

Boston Celtics dominate Golden State Warriors 140-88 in record-breaking victory, extending win streak to 11 games with historic performance.

Milwaukee Bucks have won four straight games, aiming to extend streak against Chicago Bulls after dominant performances and coaching change.

"Nikola Jokic's triple-double leads Denver past Golden State, Giannis Antetokounmpo scores 30, and the Bucks win in Doc Rivers' return to Philadelphia."

Syracuse Orange narrowly defeats Notre Dame after squandering a 29-point lead. The game was saved at the JMA Wireless Dome.

Jelly Roll announces Beautifully Broken tour, visiting 37 U.S. cities starting this summer, with supporting acts Warren Zeiders and Alexandra Kay.

Ryan Blaney aims to join elite NASCAR club with back-to-back Daytona 500 win and championship, a rare feat seen in decades.

"American Idol" returned for season 22, featuring Charlotte native and former NFL player Blake Proehl, who wowed judges and earned a ticket to Hollywood.

Victor Wembanyama's triple-double leads San Antonio Spurs to 122-99 win over Toronto Raptors. 76ers end Cavaliers' nine-game winning streak.

Charlotte Hornets beat Indiana Pacers 111-102. New players Grant Williams, Seth Curry, Tre Mann, and Vasilije Micic give Hornets an edge.

Western rivals clash at Crypto.com Arena in a rematch of last year's conference finals. MVP Nikola Jokic expected to shine.

NBA honors Kobe with statue unveiling, Lakers to wear Black Mamba uniforms, plus Trade Deadline at 3 ET. Special live coverage in NBA App.