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Filing Opens For 2025 Municipal Elections

2025 municipal election filing opens for candidates

Candidates for positions like Charlotte City Council and Mayor can now submit their paperwork and fees. The filing period runs through next Friday, the 18th, at noon.

Millions Set To Lose Snap And Medicaid Benefits

Millions of people could lose access to food and healthcare under federal budget

The so called "Big Beautiful Bill" is now the law of the land. The federal budget will cut funding for social services like SNAP benefits and Medicaid while also cutting taxes for some Americans. Millions of people across the Carolinas could soon lose healthcare and food assistance.

Two-alarm fire at southwest Charlotte recycling center

A two-alarm fire at a recycling center in southwest Charlotte is under investigation.

Death toll from catastrophic flooding in Texas surpasses 100

The death toll from catastrophic flooding in Texas over the July Fourth weekend has surpassed 100 as the massive search continues for missing people.

Jurassic World Rebirth’ bites off $318 million at the global box office

“Jurassic World Rebirth” has topped the holiday box office charts in the U.S. and abroad.

Up 'n Adam On Tour: Blazing Fury reopens at Dollywood

FIRE IN THE HOLE! Adam Wurtzel went to Dollywood for the reopening of the iconic indoor rollercoaster, Blazing Fury.

Musk says he's forming a new political party after split with Trump over tax cuts law

Elon Musk said he’s carrying out his threat to form a new political party after his fissure with President Donald Trump.

‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ bites off $318 million at the global box office

“Jurassic World Rebirth” has topped the holiday box office charts in the U.S. and abroad.

Chuck E. Cheese opening chain aimed at adults

Chuck E. Cheese isn’t just where a kid can be a kid anymore.

Study finds benefits of four-day work week

If you’re a fan of long weekends, maybe you can convince your job that there are actual benefits of a shorter workweek.

Economists raise alarm over economy

The job market is continuing to chug along despite uncertainty about the economy and how President Donald Trump’s tariffs could shake out.

Officials: At least 27 people are dead in Texas floods as the search continues for the missing

A Texas sheriff says the deaths from flash flooding in central Texas has risen to 27 people, including nine children.

U.S. labor market surprises with 147,000 new jobs last month. Here are the big takeaways

The U.S. job market delivered another upside surprise last month, churning out a better-than-expected 147,000 jobs.

Denny's and Waffle House remove egg surcharges as prices fall

Denny’s and Waffle House have removed surcharges that the two restaurant chains added to their menus when U.S. egg prices spiked earlier in the year.

Survey: 4 North Carolina businesses voted the most investable

A new survey revealed that four North Carolina businesses were voted the most investable, according to MarketBeat.

AAA activating ‘Tow to Go’ for 4th of July weekend

AAA is activating “Tow to Go” in Charlotte for the 4th of July weekend, as the Auto Club Group prepares to assist nearly 700,000 stranded drivers this week.

AAA Warns of Common July 4th Holiday Hazards

As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day with backyard barbecues, fireworks displays, and poolside gatherings, AAA reminds homeowners to be mindful of potential risks that could lead to property damage or injury.

Nyt: Fireworks Prices Could Rocket Next Year

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.