Black-Owned Businesses to Support in Charlotte
From food, to clothes and accessories there are plenty of black-owned businesses you can support in Charlotte.
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.
Bank of America Building-Sized Asteroid to Closely Pass Earth
Fortunately, this celestial star-slayer will keep a safe distance from our planet.
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.
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.
1.9 Million U.S. Workers Seek Jobless Aid, A Ninth Straight Weekly Decline As More Businesses Reopen
Nearly 1.9 million people applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week, the ninth straight decline since applications spiked in mid-March, a sign that the gradual reopening of businesses has slowed the loss of jobs.
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.
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.
Murder Charge Upgraded In George Floyd Case, 3 Other Cops Charged
Prosecutors are charging a Minneapolis police officer accused of pressing his knee against George Floydβs neck with second-degree murder, and for the first time will level charges against three other officers at the scene, a newspaper reported Wednesday.
Parents, Educators, Experts Talk To Kids On Race Amid Unrest
As an African American parent, Cassandre Dunbar in Charlotte, North Carolina, always knew she and her husband would have βthe talkβ with their son, the one preparing him for interactions with law enforcement.
Bill Earmarks $300M More COVID-19 Funds For N.C. Government
North Carolina legislators want to make available another $300 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds to Gov. Roy Cooperβs administration to cover additional government expenses incurred due to the virus.
Trump Says GOP Is Pulling Convention From North Carolina
President Donald Trump said he is seeking a new state to host this summerβs Republican National Convention after North Carolina refused to guarantee the event could be held in Charlotte without restrictions because of ongoing concerns over the coronavirus.
Several Days After Bertha, SC Marks Hurricane Prep Week
South Carolina may have been hit by surprise Tropical Storm Bertha several days ago, but the stateβs hurricane preparedness week is getting ready to start.
