Cornelius Church Wants Confederate Statue Off Its Lawn
A North Carolina church is calling for removal of a century-old Confederate statue from the lawn in front of its sanctuary.
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Developers Cancel Long-Delayed, $8B Atlantic Coast Pipeline
The developers of the long-delayed, $8 billion Atlantic Coast Pipeline announced the cancellation of the multi-state natural gas project Sunday, citing uncertainties about costs, permitting and litigation.
What's Trending For The July 4th Holiday Weekend
From Cam Newton to Alcoholic Drinks To Go
Medical Interpreters During The Pandemic: More Than Just Translating Words
Imagine being in the hospital, with coronavirus, isolated from everyone you know and love, being treated by doctors and nurses who don't speak the same language as you. Medical interpreters bridge that gap.
The Evening Muse Presents 'We The People - Truth, Power, & Love'
Social Justice and its deepening need for change, understanding, and growth is at a critical point within our community and our country. Various Charlotte artists have come together to be heard, inspire, and challenge our collective humanity.
New Details In The Three Scenarios CMS Board Members Are Considering For The Fall
Planning a school year for 147,000 students during a pandemic is complicated. Just ask Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board chair Elyse Dashew.
CATS Unveils Bus Artwork By Local Students
Mayor ProTem Julie Eiselt and CATS CEO John Lewis unveiled two CATS buses decorated with artwork by two local students. The students were winners of CATS inaugural “Art-on-the-Roll” art competition, bringing student artwork to the streets of Charlotte.
Distribution Of Two Million Free Masks For Mecklenburg County Residents Begins Prior To July 4th Holiday
With North Carolina remaining in Phase 2 of the Safer at Home Order and a mandatory face covering requirement being in effect, community partners are trying to ensure Mecklenburg County residents have access to them by beginning the distribution of two million masks before the July 4th holiday.
Queens University Of Charlotte Renames Building After Discovery Of Ties To Slavery
Queens University of Charlotte’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously to rename the university’s main administration building, after a task force appointed by the university’s president investigated its namesake’s ties to slavery.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Will Not Resume Athletic Activity On Campuses July 6th As Previously Planned
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will not resume athletic activity on campuses July 6th as previously planned.
Officials: Bear Sighted In Tree In Mooresville, Rescue Crews On-Scene
Rescue crews responded to a bear sighting in Mooresville Thursday afternoon, officials say.
Police: 18-Year-Old Injured In Gastonia Shooting
Police are investigating after an 18-year-old was shot several times in Gastonia early Thursday.
Pandemic Prompts Layoffs At Belk Department Store Chain
The coronavirus pandemic has prompted layoffs at the Belk department store chain, including at its North Carolina-based corporate headquarters.
Bishop: North Carolina Priest Kept On Leave On Abuse Claims
A Catholic priest in North Carolina will remain on administrative leave after allegations of sexual abuse against him were revealed last year, the Charlotte diocese’s bishop said.
Charlotte City Council Will Discuss Violence Interruption Program On Monday
CMPD said in January, the department will consider modeling their approach after another major city. It comes as nearly 60 people have died because of senseless violence in Charlotte so far this year.
Huntersville Police Investigating Road Rage Incident That Ended In Gunfire
Huntersville Police say they are investigating a road rage incident that ended with a driver being shot.
Lincoln County Man Arrested For Solicitation Of Child
Concord Police say they charged a man from Denver, North Carolina with solicitation of a child by electronic device.
North Carolina Officials Say They Are Continuing To Work Towards Getting Students Back In The Classroom
Governor Roy Cooper today shared that North Carolina will continue working with schools, teachers, parents, and health experts to ensure that plans for school this coming year will protect everybody, especially those at high-risk.
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