Black History Month

Black History Month Exhibit at Gallery 120

Gallery 120 is wrapping up its showcase of their Black History Month exhibit with feature artist, Tanya Murphy.

' I Feel A Sense Of Pride': Local Coffee Shop Preserves Black History And Culture

'I feel a sense of pride': West Charlotte Coffee Shop Preserves Black History and Culture

From the images on the wall of historical figures to black relics, owner Cheryse Terry said she opened Archive six months ago as a way to preserve black history through collecting Black memories and stories.

$22 Million Investment From Truist Foundation To Support Minority Owned Businesses

$22 Million Investment From Truist Foundation Aims To Support Minority Owned Businesses

Lynette Bell, president of the Truist Foundation said a $22 million dollar multi year program will help strengthen small minority owned or BIPOC small businesses by providing access to funding.

1st Black Woman Elected To NC Superior Court Seat Dies At 71

The first Black woman elected to a Superior Court judicial seat in North Carolina has died. Retired Mecklenburg County Judge Shirley Fulton was 71.

Black And Hispanic Unemployment Rates Hit Near All-Time Lows

Unemployment rates hit an all-time low in January according to a U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report.

WATCH TRIAL: Former South Carolina Lawyer Alex Murdaugh Stands Trial For The Murders Of His Wife And Son

Disgraced South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh is on trial for the shooting deaths of his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul, at the family's home on Islandton, South Carolina.

August 25th Proclaimed "Miss Betty Day" In Charlotte

Charlotte will recognize August 25th as "Miss Betty Day," named after the woman who has served Queens University for 60 years.

Mental Health Matters: Breaking The Stigma of Mental Health Within The Black Community

Local therapist weigh in on the disparities that the Black community faces when seeking mental health services and they plan on changing it, too!

Chef Joya: Celebrating Black History and Vegan Cuisine

Adjoa Courtney, aka Chef Joya, is an award-winning private chef, cookbook author, and owner of Cooking With Joya, who is based in Charlotte, NC. Chef Joya specializes in vegan and plant-based cuisine that incorporates Soul Food, Afro-Caribbean, French, and African cultural influences.

Report Details Decades Of Systemic Racism In Mecklenburg County

The Mecklenburg county commission is taking steps to right decades of wrongs detailed in a new report on systemic racism.

Self-Care Matters: Local Black Owned Business Teaching Stretching Techniques For Better Health

Feel the love this Valentine's Day! Kika Stretch Studios wants you become your best self this year with better stretching, breathing, and posture!

The Mint Museum: Black History Is Here All Year Long

Black History isn't a thing of the past! It's alive and well right here in the Queen City, and you can find it at the Mint Museum.

Wilson's World: Allegra Westbrook Regional Library Community Read and Black History Month Programs

Community Read & Black History Month at the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library . The library's Community Read program gets going in a few weeks with a focus on communication about gentrification and urban renewal.

Organization Works To Help Black Owned Businesses Stay Afloat During Pandemic

Small businesses are struggling to stay afloat due to the pandemic, but it has been especially difficult for Black owned businesses.

Hidden Gems of CLT: Ebony Wine & Spirits

There's a lot of places to buy wine in Charlotte but not many of them are made by black creators or suppliers. In this week's hidden gems of Charlotte, WCCB'S Alexandra Elich, takes us to Ebony Wine & Spirits, Charlotte's only -black owned wine company.

Spotlight on Black Women Owned Business in CLT: Best of Both Souls

Three magic words: Nashville Hot Chicken. Now add 'vegan' and you have a winning combo for a line out the restaurant door. When Best of Both Souls Chef Chenelle Bragg, aka "Nelly," prepares her fan-favorite, vegan chicken sandwich, she knows she's cooking up gold.