Good morning, Huntersville.

Huntersville officers rescued a kitten trapped in a car’s wheel well on Monday, May 25 — saving the pet from harm — after receiving a call about the incident.

Families of autistic students report that schools lack certified special education staff and resources as commissioners prepare to finalize the county budget.

Parents call for increased funding to better support student needs in local schools.

Rainy weekend showers raised lake levels at Ramsey Creek Park on Lake Norman by a tenth of a foot from Sunday to Monday.

A closed beach and boat launch kept some families home amid ongoing drought concerns, though efoil instructor Daniel Gleason noted the rain improved water conditions for boaters+.

Fans at Charlotte Motor Speedway paid tribute to late driver Kyle Busch during the Coca-Cola 600 race, raising eight fingers and observing a moment of silence.

The tribute led to calls for a NASCAR Hall of Fame enshrinement — with proposals for a statue or memorial grandstand at the track.