Charlotte Back-to-School Spending Data
The Deloitte Charlotte 2025 Back-to-School Retail Survey found that local K-12 parents plan to keep their spending steady this year amid economic concerns
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Trump announces 90-day negotiating period with Mexico as 25% tariff rates stay in place
President Donald Trump says there will be a 90-day negotiating period with Mexico after a call with that country’s leader as the 25% tariff rates stay in place.
Man wanted for assaulting and kidnapping his girlfriend
A man is wanted for assaulting his girlfriend and then forcing her into his car in Matthews.
Sugar Creek residents, officials discuss solutions to ongoing crime
People are sick of crime in a North Charlotte neighborhood. More than 100 people in the Sugar Creek corridor came together to discuss solutions to the ongoing drugs, prostitution and violence on the streets.
Family of 6-year-old drowning victim calls for state and federal investigation into her death
The Gaston County family recently learned their daughter's case is closed despite what they believe is clear evidence this was more than a tragic drowning. It's been a year of waiting, a year of wondering, a year's worth of questions.
North Carolina lawmakers approve stopgap spending measure amid budget impasse
North Carolina legislators have approved a stopgap spending measure to boost government spending while a broader budget impasse in the ninth-largest state continues.
Longtime offensive tackle Taylor Moton emotional about potential final season with Panthers
Taylor Moton, a key offensive tackle for the Carolina Panthers, faces uncertainty as he enters the final year of his contract.
CMPD officer charged, accused of threatening a woman
A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Officer is charged with communicating threats following a confrontation with another woman.
Trump administration freezes $108M at Duke amid inquiry into alleged racial preferences
The Trump administration is freezing $108 million in research funding to Duke University as the federal government accuses the institution of racial discrimination in the form of affirmative action, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Second teen charged in deadly shooting of 15-year-old in Charlotte
A second teenager is charged with murder in the shooting death of 15-year-old Avion Dingle in northeast Charlotte, according to police.
NTSB finds Army chopper in fatal midair crash with plane was above altitude limit
Investigators have found that a helicopter involved in a deadly crash with a passenger plane over Washington was flying above its height limit.
NC will allow private school staff with permits to carry guns on campus
By the end of the year, it will be legal for a person with a concealed permit to carry a gun on a private school campus in North Carolina. Governor Josh Stein vetoed the bill, but the Republican led legislature has the power to over ride him to push legislation to law.
24 Hours of Booty raises $1.69 million in 24th year
4 Hours of Booty presented by Levine Cancer Institute – 24 Foundation’s signature charity cycling and walking event – celebrated its 24th year with $1.69 million raised to date to help support cancer survivorship and patient navigation programs.
Anson County commissioners hold meeting to discuss future of animal shelter
Emergency Management is now responsible for Animal Control until the county can figure out a long-term solution. Shelter director, Maureen Lett, thinks the move could be detrimental to the animals.
Trump EPA moves to repeal finding that allows climate regulation
President Donald Trump’s administration has proposed revoking a scientific finding that's long been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change.
Charlotte Knights and Great Clips team up to fight cancer
Knights take on the Rochester Red Wings at Truist Field as well as the fight against cancer.
Wiley Nickel exits NC Senate race the day after Roy Cooper announces candidacy
Former U.S. Rep. Wiley Nickel has decided to quit his bid for a Senate seat in North Carolina after Democrat Roy Cooper announced his candidacy. Nickel endorsed Cooper on Tuesday.
NTSB investigating deadly crash that killed four children and two adults
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating a crash that killed four children and two adults on Interstate 485 near Wilkinson Boulevard in Charlotte. One 16-year-old girl survived the crash and she is in the hospital recovering.
