July 1st

Today is National Postal Workers Day.

We should see a high of 88° today with thunderstorms possible this evening.

Here are the top Charlotte Stories for July 1st, 2025:

Your 2025 Guide to 4th of July Fireworks Around The Charlotte Region

The Fourth of July falls on a Friday this year, and the Charlotte region is preparing for a full slate of fireworks celebrations. Communities...READ MORE

CMPD Launching Police Drone Program for Faster Emergency Response

The City of Charlotte is moving forward with plans to use drones as part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s (CMPD) operations. A request for proposals (RFP) posted May 30 says the city will begin....READ MORE

2nd Annual Dam to Dam Paddleboard Event Breaks Fundraising Record

24 Foundation’s 2nd Annual Dam to Dam standup paddleboarding event made waves on Friday, June 20, raising a record-breaking $100,000 to date for local cancer....READ MORE

Charlotte Rents Stay Flat in June, Lag Behind National Growth Rates

Charlotte’s rental market held steady in June, with the city’s overall median rent unchanged at $1,419, according to a new report from Apartment List....READ MORE

Starting July 1, several new laws will take effect North Carolinians, impacting transportation, identification, and public employee benefits. House Bill 259 - Transportation Commerce...READ MORE

Upcoming Events

• Charlotte Knights vs Jumbo Shrimp @ Truist Field - July 1 at 7pm

• 5th Street Live @ Uptown Charlotte - July 3 - 5pm

• Music on The Green - Promenade on Providence - July 4 - 7pm

If you hear of any interesting stories, events, developments, or general news tips around the Charlotte region, please e-mail [email protected]