Center for employment opportunities helps formerly incarcerated find jobs
The Center for Employment opportunities helps formerly incarcerated people find stable employment after their release helpingΒ to reduce the number of re - offenders.Β
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Wall Street sinks following signals that the US economy is sputtering
U.S. stocks are tumbling following a discouraging report suggesting the U.S. economy may have shrunk at the start of the year, before most of President Donald Trumpβs announced tariffs could take effect.
Section of Rea Road to close for pipe replacement in Charlotte
N.C. Department of Transportation bridge maintenance crews will temporarily close Rea Road south of Providence Lane West on Monday, May 5, weather permitting.
Shannon Park residents remember deadly officer ambush one year later
Residents in the Shannon Park neighborhood say they still remember the deadly officer ambush that left four officers dead on April 29th, 2024.
New learning center provides online assistance and job hunting opportunities
Charlotte non-profit selected by AT&T for large award to help Charlotte community access online resources.
Free summer concert series returning to Mint Hill
The Town of Mint Hill will launch its annual Summer Concert Series on Friday, May 17, which will last until September.
Popular North Carolina mountain destination named one of the BEST locations for Motherβs Day
A popular travel destination in North Carolina has been named one of the best locations to treat your mom for Mother's Day!
UPS to cut 20,000 jobs, close some facilities
UPS is looking to slash about 20,000 jobs and close more than 70 facilities as it drastically reduces the amount of Amazon shipments it handles.
Driver wanted in deadly north Charlotte hit-and-run
A man died early Monday morning after an SUV hit him in north Charlotte and kept going.
One year since officers killed in Charlotte ambush
The Charlotte community is remembering four officers killed in the line of duty exactly one year ago Tuesday.Β
Trump to offer automakers some relief on his 25% tariffs
The White House says President Donald Trump will sign an executive order Tuesday to relax some of his 25% tariffs on autos and auto parts.
$55M in grants available to help small businesses in western NC
Local governments in western North Carolina can apply for grants from a new $55 million state infrastructure program designed to help small businesses in the region recover from Hurricane Helene.
Belk opening its second outlet store in Charlotte-area Wednesday
Belk is opening its latest outlet store at Eastridge Mall in Gastonia on Wednesday. The outlet will operate on the first floor, while the second floor will continue to operate as a traditional store.
Up 'n Adam: The Pit Indoor Karting + "Shadow Force"
Adam Wurtzel had the need for speed at The Pit Indoor Karting in Mooresville, celebrating the upcoming release of the new film "Shadow Force."
Man accused of setting Rock Hill home on fire with people inside
A man is charged with arson and attempted murder after police say he set a pile of clothes on fire inside a Rock Hill home after an argument.
Woman charged with attempted murder after police say she set a home on fire
A woman is accused of setting a home on fire near Bessemer City with a person inside.
6th annual Reed Parlier Memorial Foundation Golf Tourney tees off
Hundreds of players registered to help fund the Reed Parlier Scholarship Fund at UNC Charlotte. Reed was killed in his classroom at UNC Charlotte during a campus shooting back in 2019.
Local animal advocates ask Charlotte leaders, again, for help with Animal Care & Control
They want leaders to approve a shelter expansion project for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control. And, they want animal control to no longer be tied to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
CMPD, widows remember fallen officers one year later
April 29th, 2025 marks one year since four officers were gunned downed in the line of duty while serving a warrant in East Charlotte. CMPD officials say over the past year support from the community and local policy makers has strengthened the department and made the community safer.
