Politics

Gaston Co. Commissioners Approve Health Benefits, Taxpayers Outraged

Some taxpayers in Gaston County are outraged that County Commissioners voted to give themselves extended health benefits on the taxpayers dime.

Senate Approves First Female African-American Attorney General

President Obama nominated Lynch in November, but a battle over an unrelated bill put her nomination on hold.

Gov. McCrory Lobbies for Road, Education Upgrades

Governor McCrory is lobbying for nearly $3 billion in bonds that would help upgrade roads and education facilities.

President Fields CLT Women Questions on Pay Gap

President Obama fielded questions at the Uptown library ImaginOn from Charlotte women and bloggers.

Cats to Shut Down Lynx Blue Line Service During Obama Visit

President Obama's visit Wednesday afternoon is expected to cause travel headaches starting around lunch time.

Hillary Clinton: I Want to Stand Up and Fight

President Obama hasn't endorsed Hillary Clinton for President, but he does say she'd make a great Commander in Chief. The former Secretary of State made several campaign stops in Iowa Tuesday.

City Council Approves Spending $1M to Replace Coliseum Seats

Charlotte is looking at a massive budget shortfall, but Monday, City Council approved spending nearly $1 million to replace the seats at Bojangles Coliseum.

Presidential Visit Brings Traffic Trouble

Charlotte rush hour traffic is bad enough, but throw a presidential visit into the mix and you've got another level.

City Council Considers Possible Budget Cuts

Charlotte's budget shortfall has grown to nearly $22 million. City Council is looking at ways to cut costs.

Rand Paul Begins Presidential Campaign

Kentucky Senator Rand Paul is running for President, and says he is ready to fix Washington.

City Council Considers 2016 Strategic Focus Area

It looks like Charlotte's budget battle will not take the focus off City Council's five priorities for 2016.

Senator Ted Cruz Brings Presidential Campaign To Rock Hill

The race for the White House in 2016 officially made its way to the Carolinas.one space Texas Senator Ted Cruz held a town hall meeting in Rock Hill Friday.

Lease Signed For Hillary Clinton's Presidential Campaign Headquarters

It looks like the launch of Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign is coming soon as a lease is signed for office space Brooklyn, NY.

Indiana Governor Signs Updated Religious Freedom Bill

Indiana has its first protections based on sexual orientation.one space They are part of a re-worked religious freedom bill signed Friday by that state's governor.

Charlotte Business Owners Speak Out For, Against ‘Religious Freedom’ Bill

Major backlash Monday over 'Religious Freedom' legislation circulating in several states, including in North Carolina. Governor Pat Mccrory spoke out against the proposed legislation.

'Religious Freedom' Bill Proposed By Local Lawmakers

If a proposed bill is passed in North Carolina, local businesses and organizations could turn you away because of your personal beliefs.

City Budget Blame Game Continues

The Queen City is facing a serious revenue shortfall; which could lead to reduced services, staffing cuts or increased taxes.

Mecklenburg Could Lose $100 Million Under State Plan

The county, and its cities and towns, could lose $100 million a year under a new state legislative proposal.

Immigration Task Force Wants City-Issued ID Cards For Immigrants

City-issued ID cards for immigrants are one of 27 recommendations before Charlotte City Council. The goal is to make Charlotte more immigrant friendly, but not everyone is on board.