July 11th

Today is 7-Eleven Day (aka ‘Free Slurpee Day’)

We should see a high of 90° today with partly cloudy skies.

Here are the top Charlotte Stories for July 11th, 2025:

Invasive Spotted Lanternfly Reaches South Carolina, Alarming Agriculture Experts

Clemson University has just confirmed the first detection of the invasive spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) in South Carolina. The Department of Plant Industry identified the...READ MORE

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles Announces Bid Re-Election

Health officials have confirmed South Carolina’s first measles case since September 2024. The case involves an unvaccinated Upstate resident who was exposed during international...READ MORE

Charlotte-area police are now asking for the public's help in finding a potentially armed and dangerous thief, who was recently caught on camera stealing...READ MORE

Lake Norman Enters New Era After Historic Split from Marine Commission

Lincoln County commissioners have voted to withdraw from the Lake Norman Marine Commission (LNMC), citing frustration with how the agency handled safety and regulatory...READ MORE

Charlotte’s New $50.7 Million Gateway Bridge Project Begins With I-85 Lane Closures

Charlotte DOT crews are about to begin construction on a major new $50.7 million bridge project in Charlotte's University City area. The new signature....READ MORE

Upcoming Events

• NYC FC vs Charlotte FC @ BofA Stadium - July 12 at 7:30pm

• USA vs Spain Rugby @ Memorial Stadium - July 12 at 8pm

• Big Time Rush @ PNC Music Pavilion - July 16 at 7pm

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