Good morning, Huntersville.

Gas prices have risen nationwide, with Charlotte fuel prices up 50 cents in one week, and local Huntersville drivers who rely on their cars for work are now facing budget pressure as they plan their commutes.

Flint Hill Elementary students returned to class after a second chemical incident occurred at the Silfab Solar facility, and officials began investigating the cause and potential impacts on the community.

Updated landslide maps are now available in Huntersville to help residents gauge local risks; one family said the maps kept them safe.

Officials encourage everyone to review the maps regularly (details were released by local sources).

Mecklenburg County will release a report on expanding I-77 toll lanes that may affect parks, streams and greenways — including Wilmore Park.

The study promises to guide local residents on the potential environmental impact.

Travelers at Charlotte airport faced long wait times during a partial government shutdown that left TSA workers unpaid since Feb.

14 and contributed to 933 delays + 45 cancellations Sunday amid spring break travel. Monday saw shorter wait times, but staffing still depends on pending congressional funding.

The ACC men’s basketball tournament begins today at Spectrum Center (in Charlotte) with Tuesday games that lead to a championship contest on Saturday, and the winning team will earn an automatic NCAA bid.

Carolina Panthers signed former Eagles edge rusher Jaelan Phillips to a 4-year, $120 million contract (with $80 million guaranteed) to boost their pass rush after he recorded 5 sacks last season.

He will join a defense seeking improvement this offseason.