A Charlotte law firm has dropped American Log Homes, the NC company revealed in an Observer investigation last month to have taken tens of thousands from customers nationwide for undelivered log cabin kits. Customers are owed millions, the firm says. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/busines...

An NC company left dozens nationwide out of nearly $2 million they paid for log home kits when it abruptly closed in January. Customers have been told the business has little assets to repay them, despite taking payments weeks before shuttering. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/busines...

A Charlotte-area surgeon has been sued for wrongful death and malpractice again and again, often settling out of court. But he's still operating. And data shows doctors like him face few consequences from regulators. ICYMI, read our investigation here: www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a...

This is outrageous. A must-read Investigation by @amb-balam.bsky.social for @charlotteobserver.com. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a...

In an ongoing investigation, The Charlotte Observer is examining the health care system in North Carolina, particularly the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area. Have a tip about fraud, abuse or poor patient care? Let us know here: bit.ly/4sgfrFj

Charlotte-area surgeon Dr. Timothy Ryan Heider has been sued for wrongful death or malpractice again and again, often settling out of court. But the surgeon is still operating. And data shows doctors like Heider face few consequences from regulators. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a...

When Oscar Solorzano stabbed another passenger aboard Charlotte's Blue Line, he wasn’t supposed to be on the train at all. But violent riders flouting bans is a common occurrence, the transit system’s records show. My latest for @charlotteobserver.com: www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a...

After giving birth to a premature daughter, Legacy, at Novant, LaChunda Hunter was told her baby had died. But three days later, a specialist told her the baby’s condition was improving, her lawsuit states. Read more at: www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a...

Fentanyl is killing North Carolina babies and teens. Story by @amb-balam.bsky.social

The measles is going around. Is your child's school protected? I did a ton of data cleaning and analysis to bring you answers, via @charlotteobserver.com. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a...

A New York Times video analysis of an ICE agent’s fatal shooting of a woman in Minneapolis contradicts the Trump administration’s account. Watch our investigation here.

if I get one more AI-written pitch I'm going to LOSE it

Father and son Dennis and Jack Dutton, both pilots who were among the 7 killed in yesterday's Statesville plane crash that included NASCAR star Greg Biffle, were "deeply loved." www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a...

Heavy SWAT presence in East Charlotte. Neighbors tell me they were asked to shelter in place as SWAT surrounded a home in the 4500 block of Carriage Drive. Story soon by @jeff-a-chamer.bsky.social

Charlotte light rail stabbing victim Kenyon Dobie said in a GoFundMe post from his hospital room that he's "taken plenty [of] damage" and has blood in his lungs. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/c...

The suspect arrested in yesterday's light rail stabbing, 33-year-old Oscar Solarzano, is undocumented and was previously deported, court records show. More from @jmarusak.bsky.social and @jeff-a-chamer.bsky.social: www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/c...

Just three months after the death of Iryna Zarutska, Charlotte officials say there’s been another stabbing along the Blue Line. The victim has been hospitalized but police have released few other details. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/c...

DHS incorrectly said a Honduran man was charged with murder and released “back on to North Carolina’s streets” under “sanctuary policies” in Charlotte. That man has not left Mecklenburg jail since he was booked in June 2024. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/c...

The DHS responded to coverage by The Charlotte Observer on X. But Aceituno said its version of events is wrong.

Critics are questioning whether a no-bid contract for ICE vehicles with Charlotte's Hendrick Motorsports is tied to the owner's right-wing political contributions. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a...

Asheboro has discharged a likely carcinogen 1,4-dioxane at levels of 651 ppb into the drinking water supply. That's 18,000+ times the EPA's health advisory goal. Yet NC's Enviro Mgmt Commission refuses to regulate it in surface water

Shana Blake sits in a cage as part of an anti-ICE protest outside Manolo’s Bakery in East Charlotte Monday. The bakery closed for the first time in 28 years after Border Patrol arrests in the city. “It’s such a faith effort to have people show up and support,” Blake said. @charlotteobserver.com

Arrests took place at big box store parking lots, residential areas and a church, prompting fear in Charlotte’s immigrant communities.

SCOOP: The city of Charlotte settled a longstanding racial discrimination suit filed by a former fire department battalion chief last week — just days before announcing his wife would lead the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a...

New: FEMA records show the agency has spent millions less on hazard mitigation in NC than expected this year thanks to delays. As FEMA and state officials feud about who is to blame, families are left paying for homes that are too flood-damaged to live in. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/politic...

Life update: I’m headed to Charlotte! I’ll join McClatchy’s stellar NC investigative team Sept. 29th @charlotteobserver.com & @newsobserver.com have a reputation for high-impact reporting—both were 2025 Pulitzer finalists. I’m thrilled to join them (+ experience fall on the East Coast again) 🍂

Professional news: These are my last weeks at @dallasnews.com. I’m so grateful for all I’ve learned reporting on Dallas and the fantastic mentors who have lended an ear on the tough days. More on where I’m headed soon, but I’ll be cheering the talented journalists at DMN on from afar!

SCOOP: Five North Texas mayors are asking Gov. Greg Abbott to revive two bills aimed at Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s funding and governance during the upcoming special legislative session. www.dallasnews.com/news/transpo...

Had a blast at #IRE25 in NOLA! Made some great connections, saw old friends & walked away with a ton of tips to take back to the newsroom ⚜️

In a lawsuit against DART and its former paratransit partner, the parents of a developmentally disabled passenger who was sexually assaulted by a driver say the agency was warned of risks posed by the driver but failed to intervene. www.dallasnews.com/news/transpo...