Good morning, this is Charlotte Local Pulse for Sunday, October 26, 2025.
We begin with breaking news from over the border—a tragedy struck early this morning as a mass shooting at a Halloween party in Maxton, Robeson County, left two dead and eleven injured, most of them teenagers. Robeson County Sheriff’s Office says about 300 people were attending the party when the violence erupted just before 1 a.m.; among the victims are a 16-year-old boy and a 49-year-old woman, and several remain in critical condition, including one rushed by helicopter to the hospital. Authorities have identified a person of interest in the case. Our hearts go out to the victims’ families, and we’re reminded to hold our own communities close, especially during gatherings this season. Closer to home, Charlotte faced its own challenges overnight. On Eastcrest Drive near Central Avenue, a man was found shot and killed in the woods yesterday afternoon, marking another loss for our city. Meanwhile, a serious pedestrian-involved crash occurred on I-77 South near West Arrowood Road Saturday morning, leaving one person with serious injuries—details are still developing as investigators work the scene.
On the health front, our local health department is on high alert as a measles outbreak spreads in neighboring South Carolina. Officials ask anyone experiencing symptoms to contact their doctor promptly and avoid public spaces.
Turning to the weather—waking up today, we find skies calm and temperatures in the mid-60s, a crisp start to our Sunday. The day looks pleasant and dry, just right for any outdoor plans, and we expect daytime highs around 70, a welcome break from the rain earlier in the week. No major storms in the forecast, so we can relax and enjoy our fall activities, though it never hurts to keep an umbrella handy just in case.
In Uptown, the weekend brings the hum of city life—street vendors opening early, joggers along Tryon Street, and the buzz of small businesses drawing Sunday brunch crowds. New business openings are sparser this fall, but several pop-ups and food halls on South Boulevard continue to draw crowds, and local entrepreneurs say the city’s support for small business remains strong, with unemployment holding steady around 4 percent according to recent state reports.
On the real estate front, home prices in Charlotte’s core neighborhoods have stabilized in the past month, with the median price hovering just under $350,000 and inventory creeping up as the market cools slightly from its summer highs. Renters and buyers alike are finding more options as we head into winter, especially in the NoDa and Plaza Midwood areas.
In culture and community events, this week is packed with Halloween happenings across Charlotte. Families can check out the Haunted Trail at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden or catch a local high school football game—our own Independence High School just clinched a playoff spot with a dramatic Friday night win. Meanwhile, students at Providence High School are celebrating a national robotics competition qualification, and we’re proud of their effort and innovation.
We’ll leave you with a quick feel-good note: volunteers from local churches and community groups spent the weekend distributing warm meals and coats to neighbors in need around Enderly Park, a reminder that our city’s spirit of giving shines year-round.
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