I’m a journalist with almost 20 years professional reporting experience covering everything from combat and the military, to social issues, federal and local governments. I grew up in the Carolinas and I'm a proud University of South Carolina graduate. I lived in Washington, D.C. for about a decade, moving to the Charlotte region in 2012. You can contact me at kimberly.johnson@patch.com.
Since George Floyd’s death on Memorial Day, more than 100 Confederate monuments and symbols have been removed in numerous U.S. states.
The new federal policy directs hospitals in North Carolina and the nation to stop sending their COVID-19 data to the CDC.
American Fitness Index ranked Charlotte as among the least fit cities in North Carolina and the nation.
At least 31 Iredell County residents were hospitalized for COVID-19 illness Thursday afternoon, health officials said.
The school district is asking whether families prefer in-person or full remote instruction as officials expect to finalize plans next week.
School board members settled on the plan for how to reopen schools Aug. 17 during an emergency meeting Wednesday night.
The start of high school fall sports in North Carolina will be delayed until at least Sept. 1, NCHSAA said Wednesday.
The COVID-19 death toll in North Carolina increased to 1,568, as 81 percent of the state's ICU beds were full Wednesday, according to DHHS.
Walmart announced Wednesday it will require shoppers to wear masks in all U.S. stores, including Sam’s Club locations.
Walmart announced Wednesday it will require shoppers to wear masks in all U.S. stores, including Sam’s Club locations.
Walmart announced Wednesday it will require shoppers to wear masks in all U.S. stores, including Sam’s Club locations.
The alligator rammed the side of the kayak, flipping Peter Joyce over as he leisurely paddled down the Waccamaw River Sunday.
Police issued 27 speeding tickets this week. Here's a rundown of crimes reported around town this week in Davidson.
The number of Americans who have lost health insurance during the pandemic shattered the previous record set in 2008, a new study says.
Iredell County health officials reported 30 newly confirmed coronavirus cases Tuesday, as 26 residents remain hospitalized.
All teachers, staff and students will be required to wear a mask inside school buildings, Gov. Cooper said in unveiling the reopening plan.
Comet Neowise is going prime time, moving into the evening sky. You’ll be able to see it with the naked eye in Charlotte.
Comet Neowise is going prime time, moving into the evening sky. You’ll be able to see it with the naked eye around Lake Norman.
Comet Neowise is going prime time, moving into the evening sky. You’ll be able to see it with the naked eye in Mooresville.
North Carolina reported 42 new deaths Tuesday in what was one of the deadliest days for the state since the pandemic began.
