Charlotte, NC news on Monday, October 26, 2026

In Charlotte, NC on Monday, October 26, 2026: 9 killed in Charlotte weekend violence, crashes. Also: Three homicides occurred in southwest Charlotte over the weekend, raising neighbor concerns about community safety; A Devonshire Elementary student died in an east Charlotte hit-and-run crash; police continue investigating. Weather: Mostly clear and mild today, highs near 70°F with light winds.

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Headlines

Three homicides occurred in southwest Charlotte over the weekend, raising neighbor concerns about community safety.WBTV · Oct 26, 8:18 AM

News & local government

A Devonshire Elementary student died in an east Charlotte hit-and-run crash; police continue investigating.WCNC · Oct 25, 5:05 PM
One person seriously injured in an overnight shooting in south Charlotte.WCNC · Oct 26, 6:06 AM
A lawsuit claims abuse by a Hendrick BMW director; details emerging from legal filing.https://www.thecharlotteledger.com/ · Oct 26, 8:24 AM
Mecklenburg County welcomes a new generation to county leadership positions.Substack · Oct 26, 8:00 AM

Traffic & transport

One person killed in a tractor-trailer crash on I-85 North in Gaston County; one injured.WCNC · Oct 26, 5:16 AM

Food & drink

Coffee prices rising and becoming increasingly seen as a luxury item, analysis shows.Substack · Oct 26, 12:00 AM

Community & volunteering

A Charlotte teen and mother have completed over 1,000 hours of community volunteer work together.Spectrum News · Oct 26, 6:36 AM
Profile examines daily work and challenges of police officers in one of Charlotte area's safest towns.Charlotte Observer · Oct 26, 5:00 AM

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