A Whiteville gun store owner faces multiple felony charges after authorities discovered he was selling counterfeit gunsights and knives bearing well-known brand names. Officials warn these fake products could pose serious safety risks for buyers.

A Charlotte woman has been sentenced to over two decades in prison after pleading guilty to producing child sexual abuse material involving a minor victim. The case was investigated by multiple law enforcement agencies under Project Safe Childhood.

The North Carolina Department of Justice has launched a new statewide initiative uniting county-level fatality review teams focused on reducing deaths caused by domestic violence. Officials say sharing data will lead toward more effective interventions across communities.

Lawyers for a Franklinton felon and one-time crack addict who claimed an Uber driver briefly touched her leg seven years ago, will get a share of just $5,000 in damages awarded by a Charlotte federal court jury.

A Wayne County woman was sentenced for stealing over $100,000 from SNAP while working at Johnston County Social Services. Federal authorities say this case highlights their ongoing commitment against fraud in public assistance programs.

The Halifax Accountability & Recovery Court celebrated its first graduate at a ceremony honoring participant Wayne Parker. The event highlighted efforts to combine accountability with support for those overcoming substance use challenges.

A North Carolina woman at the center of a high-profile federal lawsuit against Uber—alleging sexual harassment by an independent contractor driver—has a lengthy criminal history spanning a decade and a half, including a two-year prison sentence, violent behavior toward authorities,…

Jury selection began April 13 in Charlotte in a bellwether trial against Uber Technologies Inc., part of multidistrict litigation (MDL) over claims that a driver sexually assaulted a passenger by briefly placing his hand on her thigh.

The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of North Carolina has announced rule changes affecting Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases starting May 1, 2026. Key updates include increased attorney fees and revised procedures aimed at expediting payments.

Chief Justice Paul Newby has declared April as Guardian ad Litem Child Advocate Month in North Carolina. The month recognizes thousands of volunteers who support abused or neglected children. Events across the state will celebrate their contributions.