Black-Owned Businesses to Support in Charlotte
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Unemployment Rate Falls To 13.3%, US Adds 2.5 Million Jobs
The U.S. unemployment rate fell to 13.3% in May from 14.7%, and 2.5 million jobs were added β a surprisingly positive reading in the midst of a recession that has paralyzed the economy in the wake of the viral pandemic.
COVID-19 Order Directs Efforts To Fix N.C. Racial Disparity
Gov. Roy Cooper on Thursday unveiled a state commission and other initiatives to address socioeconomic and health disparities for African Americans and Latinos in North Carolina underscored since the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Outbreak Means New Challenges For SC Hurricane Preparations
South Carolina has already been affected by one named storm before the official start of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season, but state and county officials say this yearβs preparations have been a bit different thanks to the unique challenges presented by the coronavirus outbreak.
Luke Kuechly Officially Joins Front Office As Pro Scout
The last time Luke Kuechly had a job that didn't require him to play football, it was the summer of 2008.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Enhancing Their Neglect Of Duty Policy
The new policy receiving criticism from the ones who pushed it.
NBA Owners Approve 22-Team Season Restart Plan, Hornets Will Not Play
The NBAβs Board of Governors has approved a 22-team format for restarting the league season in late July at the Disney campus near Orlando, Florida, another major step toward getting teams back onto the court and playing games again.
Metals Company Will Launch Multi-Million Dollar Expansion In Shelby
Ames Copper Group, a joint venture of Prime Materials Recovery, Inc. (PMR) and the Cunext Group, will create 46 jobs in Cleveland County, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest at least $26.3 million with the expansion of its copper manufacturing facility located in Shelby.
Burke County Man Wins βColossal Cashβ With $1 Million Scratch-Off Prize
Third time became the charm for Larry Parks of Valdese, who tried his luck on two $30 scratch-off tickets before buying a third ticket that won him a $1 million prize.
Queen City Q Restaurant Closing In Uptown Charlotte
Queen City Q, a popular barbecue restaurant in Uptown Charlotte, is closing its doors after eight plus years.
Summer Shootout June Schedule Announced
Following the guidance of local and state health officials, U.S. Legend Cars International and Charlotte Motor Speedway have announced that the opening monthβs schedule for the Summer Shootout will feature back-to-back nights of racing for the first four weeks.
Carolina Renaissance Festival Planning Continues With Auditions Underway
Planning for the fall Carolina Renaissance Festival is well underway with organizers working to adapt to challenges resulting from COVID19. Organizers are hopeful that medical science and access to preventative measures will improve to allow for a safe opening of the Festivalβs 27th annual season.
Mayor Vi Lyles Marches With Protestors After Tense City Council Session
Moments after a heated exchange, community members, yelled "walk with us" to city leaders. Mayor Vi Lyles, council members and the city manager led hundreds from the government center down Fourth Street and back.
Fourth COVID-19 Outbreak Identified At Senior Living Facility In Catawba County
Catawba County Public Health is investigating a newly identified outbreak of COVID-19 at Brookdale Senior Living β Falling Creek, where 2 residents have tested positive for the virus.
Justin LaFrancois Speaks Out Day After Uptown Video He Recorded Of CMPD Sparks Outrage
Our media partner, Queen City Nerve, was live streaming the Charlotte protests, as they've done since last Friday. When suddenly, a new scene erupted.
Matt Rhule Says Action, Not Just Words Are Needed To End Systemic Racism
Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule is speaking out and he isn't mincing words.
Parts of Republican National Convention Could Remain in Charlotte
Organizers indicate parts of the Republican National Convention could remain in Charlotte, despite President Trump's tweets about moving it to another city. The parties involved in the contract will meet on Thursday.
Elected Leaders React to Viral Video Of Charlotte Protesters Trapped and Gassed
The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation is looking into how the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department handled protesters on Tuesday night.
Reaction Heats Up Following CMPD's Use Of Crowd Control On Fifth Day Of Charlotte's George Floyd Protests
Video shows CMPD deploying tear gas and pepper balls on George Floyd protesters Tuesday night. Witnesses say they were trapped and the attack was unprovoked. Local leaders react and demand answers.
