(RALEIGH) Governor Josh Stein today declared a statewide state of emergency in advance of the impending winter storm. He is urging people across North Carolina to prepare for cold temperatures, snow, and ice. “This storm will likely bring significant impacts from...
N.C. State Trooper Injured in Mooresville Collision
A North Carolina State Trooper riding a motorcycle was involved in a collision Tuesday afternoon in Mooresville, according to authorities. The incident occurred around 3:45 p.m. in the 2000 block of U.S. 21 near N.C. 115. The road was partially closed for two hours...
Mooresville Town Offices Adjust Schedules Ahead of Winter Weather
In anticipation of snow and ice, the Town of Mooresville will close all non-emergency services and locations on Friday, January 10, at 1 p.m. On Saturday, January 11, town offices and facilities will open on a delayed schedule at 12 p.m. The Town has implemented an...
NCDOT Urges Caution During First Winter Storm of 2025
RALEIGH – As North Carolina braces for the year's first large winter storm, state transportation officials are urging people not to travel during the storm unless it's absolutely necessary. “Travel could be treacherous across much of the state through the...
Iredell County Courts to Close Early Due to Winter Weather
In anticipation of inclement weather on Friday, January 10, 2025, all courts in Iredell County will operate on a modified schedule. Proceedings will begin as scheduled in the morning but will dismiss no later than noon to ensure the safety of staff and the public. The...
Governor Stein, HUD Announce $1.65 Billion for Helene Recovery in WNC
On Tuesday, Governor Josh Stein joined The Honorable Adrianne Todman, head of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), in Asheville to announce two major Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) awards, totaling more than $1.65...
Statesville Prepares Roads Ahead of Winter Weather
Statesville Public Works crews began treating roads today and will continue their efforts early tomorrow morning in anticipation of incoming winter weather. With snow, ice, and freezing rain in the forecast, the city is taking proactive measures to ensure streets...
I-77 Rest Area Near Harmony Closed for Repairs
The I-77 rest area near Tomlin Mill at mile marker 58 in Iredell County has been temporarily closed due to a water leak. The closure, affecting both northbound and southbound access, began on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 11:55 AM and is expected to last until...
Stony Point Woman Arrested for Meth After Traffic Stop
On the evening of January 7, 2025, a traffic stop on Charlotte Highway resulted in the arrest of Ann Lucas, 45, of Stony Point, for narcotics-related charges. According to law enforcement, officers conducted the stop around 7:00 p.m. in the 1000 block of Charlotte...
Attorney General Sues Six Landlords for Illegal Rent Hikes
RALEIGH – Today, Attorney General Jeff Jackson sued six landlords for illegally working together and with the software company RealPage to raise North Carolinians’ rents. The six landlords are Greystar Real Estate Partners LLC, Blackstone’s LivCor LLC, Camden Property...