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Union County School Board Has Responded After Questionable Facebook Posts By Member

Union Co. Public School Board Chair Reacts To Another Board Member's Social Media Posts

The Union County Public Schools board chair has responded to criticism of board member Gary Sides' questionable Facebook posts.

Heal Charlotte Founder Looks To Transform Hotel Into Affordable Housing

There is a bright idea on the affordable housing front as the living situation for thousands of people in Charlotte becomes darker. A new project in aims to create more than 130 affordable housing units for people out of work, out of a home and looking for some stability by purchasing a hotel and renovating it.

Delegates Begin Arriving For RNC

As delegates begin arriving in the Queen City, a welcome area is set up at Charlotte-Douglas Airport for the scaled-down Republican National Convention.

A Local Nonprofit Receives Support From Bank Of America To Provide COVID-19 Relief

Eastern Catawba Cooperative Christian Ministry (ECCCM) received a $2,500 grant from Bank of America to support the housing and utility assistances in response to COVID-19, according to a news release.

West Iredell High School Will Continue In-Person Classes After First COVID Case

A student or employee tested positive for coronavirus on West Iredell High School campus on August 20th, according to a news release.

UNCC Chancellor Says Decision About Virtual Learning Will Happen Next Week

UNC Charlotte Chancellor Sharon Gaber sent a letter to students and staff saying they will know by the middle of next week if the university will move to full virtual learning due to COVID-19.

North Carolina State University Moving Undergrad Classes Online

North Carolina State University announced on Thursday it will move all undergraduate classes online starting on Monday.

One Personal Trainer Moved Her Services Online Amidst COVID-19

A personal trainer with over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry has moved her services online to help others stay healthy, manage stress, and find an outlet during and after the pandemic.

One Person Seriously Injured After Uptown Charlotte Shooting

One person is being treated for life-threatening injuries after an uptown Charlotte shooting Tuesday, according to police.

CATS To Experience Service Impacts In Uptown During Republican National Convention

Expect delays in and around Uptown from Sunday, August 23rd to Monday, August 24th as the Republican National Convention is held in Charlotte.

Airbnb Bans House Parties Worldwide, Citing Virus Mandates

Airbnb is banning house parties worldwide as it tries to clean up its reputation and comply with coronavirus-related limits on gatherings.

Detectives Are Asking For Public's Help Locating Missing 50-Year-Old Indian Trail Man

Detectives are asking for the public’s assistance locating a missing 50-year-old Indian Trail man who was reported missing on Saturday, August 1st.

American Airlines Will Drop Flights To 15 Cities In October Including Two In The Carolinas

American Airlines will drop flights to 15 smaller U.S. cities in October, including two within the Carolinas, when a federal requirement to serve those communities ends.

Poplin Elementary School In Union County Goes Remote After Two Staff Members Test Positive For COVID-19

Officials say Poplin Elementary School is going to remote learning until September 8th after two staff members tested positive for COVID-19. Several staff members may have also been exposed to the virus, according to a news release from Union County Public Schools.