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NYT: Tariffs could sharply impact 2026 fireworks celebrations

The weather in the Charlotte area is looking great for the Fourth of July, which means that the area's fireworks shows will be a go this year. But President Trump's tariffs on all goods from China includes fireworks, and there is concern about what will light up the sky next year.

Rising Spotlight: Hydrate Medical

In today’s Rising Spotlight, Tonya Rivens chats with Dr. Jonathan Leake, co-owner and medical director of Hydrate Medical, Charlotte’s original IV hydration clinic.

Pet of the Week: Meet Queenie & Oliver!

Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control is featuring not one, but TWO cutie pies! Queenie and Oliver are orange kittens about 6 weeks old and almost ready for adoption! They're super sweet, calm and ready for their fur-ever homes!

Mecklenburg County voters could decide whether to fund transportation

After decades of discussion, Mecklenburg County Commissioners will have the power to let voters decide if they want to pay a 1% sales tax to create a transportation fund. NC Governor Josh Stein signed PAVE Act into law which clears the way for a transportation referendum on the November 2025 ballot.

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