Motorist Andrew Couteller's Chevy Tahoe gets pulled out of an icy ditch along NC 73 in Lincoln County, North Carolina after a winter storm hit the Charlotte region.

Governor Josh Stein has declared a state of emergency for North Carolina in anticipation of severe winter weather.

North Carolinians should pay close attention to their local weather forecast, make sure they are prepared with what they need at home before Friday afternoon, and stay home if possible as ice on the roadways will likely create dangerous driving conditions.

A winter storm watch has been issued for much of North Carolina, including the Charlotte area, as the state prepares for snow later this week. The watch will go into effect in most counties on Friday morning and will last through Saturday morning.

A winter storm is expected to make its way toward central North Carolina this weekend, with a dusting of light snow expected to begin late Friday, the National Weather Service said Thursday morning. Why it matters: The storm could bring hazardous road conditions through Saturday,

Storm Warning is in effect for the Carolinas as heavy snow and sleet blanket the region on Friday. Kenneth Fire becomes latest Los Angeles wildfire adding to inferno in the city Historic College Football Program Loses 27 Players Abruptly;

Winter weather is expected in North Carolina this weekend, which could spell trouble for your car if you don’t take necessary precautions. Without proper vehicle maintenance, low temperatures combined with snow and ice can lead to underinflated tires,