A.C.E. Academy teaches young students entrepreneurship skills
A local charter school is equipping kids with the skills they need to become entrepreneurs.Β
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'Its really hard on us': How the big beautiful bill is impacting college students
Beginning July 1, 2026, students will not be able to borrow more than $257,000Β total across all federal loan programs and during all years of postsecondary education.Β
Charlotte City Council candidates speak at forum about affordable housing, the transportation bond and more
The City of Charlotte primary election day is less than a month away, on September 9th. The general municipal election is on November 4th.
Powerball Jackpot grows to $526 million, next drawing is on Wednesday
The Powerball Jackpot has grown to $526 million. This, after no one matched all six numbers in Monday night's drawing.
Two men arrested, accused of chasing man from his apartment before fatally stabbing him
Marcus Worrell and Kwamane Herriott-Cox are accused of first-degree murder, burglary, and felony conspiracy in the death of 44-year-old Jeremy Mouzon.
Local man just released from prison less than one week ago now charged with first degree murder
Gaston County Police have arrested 41-year-old Derek Hughes after they say he killed 74-year-old Michael Hughes. He is charged with first degree murder.
Lancaster Police searching for accused killer
Lancaster police officers are looking for 56-year-old James Singleton. They believe he may be on foot. If you know where he is, call police.
Union Co. Public Schools cuts ribbon at new Forest Hills High School
On Wednesday, the district held a ribbon cutting for Forest Hills High School. The facility will serve between 1,200 - 1,500 students.
Gaston County Schools back to class on Wednesday
Gaston County Schools will welcome about 30,000 students back to the classroom on Wednesday. 750 of them will be walking on to a brand-new campus.
Parents, community members speak out about CMS ICE policy at school board meeting
In a heated CMS board meeting, some parents and community members expressed concerns over the ICE policy that allows agents in public areas with a warrant from a judge.
NE Charlotte puppy pet shop closes after 11 puppies die in two months
An investigation by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services found several violations ranging from failures to maintain vet records, to not disclosing medical conditions, and not keeping records of dead puppies.
Local high school star athlete signs NIL deal with national brand
Carmel Christian High School's Bryce Slay has signed a major Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deal with national brand College HUNKS.
UPDATE: Two charged in deadly north Charlotte stabbing
Two men are charged in connection to a deadly stabbing in north Charlotte.
Free pop up reverse room at Museum of Illusions August 16th and August 17th
In celebration of Charlotte Pride this weekend, Museum of Illusions Charlotte will have a special free Pop-Up Reverse Room set up outside of the Museum.
Tasty Tuesday: VINYL shows off their new Summer menu!
VINYL CLT, came through the Rising kitchen to show off some of their fresh new summer menu items.
The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte receives $50,000 community grant from Taco Bell Foundation to support local youth
The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte announced it has been selected as a recipient of a 2025 Community Grant from the Taco Bell Foundation.
Local rooftop lounge hosts fundraiser in support of LGBTQ+ youth in the Carolinas
To kick off the weekend, Merchant & Trade is serving up a βThis or Thatβ Girl Dinner menu that will benefit theΒ Time Out Youth Center, an organization supporting LGBTQ+ youth in the Carolinas.Β
CMPD announces death of K-9 Cali
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department announced the death of K-9 Cali. The drug detection dog served with the department's Airport Unit for more than seven years.
Cabarrus County Schools head back to class, superintendent credits parents for great first day
Cabarrus County Schools Superintendent John Kopicki says everything went well for the first day back to class, and he credits parents for helping create such a great community.
