Rising's political contributor and Washington Post columnist Mary C. Curtis is taking a look at the latest political scandal to hit the Queen City - the resignation of now former Mayor Patrick Cannon.
The Mayor stepped down just hours after his arrest on federal corruption charges. Does his resignation make him look guilty?
Local officials, including a former Charlotte mayor, are weighing in on Patrick Cannon's arrest and federal charges.
Some political analysts have said that recent years have tipped Charlotte forever democrat. But will Cannon's arrest push the QC back to the right?
Charlotte has never been a Detroit or a Chicago, right? Until now. How will the mayor's arrest impact the Queen City's morale?
We hit the streets to ask if you think the mayor's resignation makes him look guilty...
City of Charlotte Manager Ron Carlee and City Attorney Bob Hagemann have received Mayor Patrick D. Cannon's letter of resignation.
The Charlotte City Council releases statement after Mayor Patrick Cannon was arrested on federal charges.
Company must change recipe and marketing in settlement.
Charlotte Mayor Patrick Cannon has been arrested for alleged violations of federal public corruption laws.
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Mint Museum UPTOWN Mar 29-Jul 20 / The 11 photographers featured in this exhibition are inspiring trailblazers and storytellers. The 100 photographs capture compelling stories of our planet and its people. Presented by PNC Financial Services.
Mint Museum UPTOWN Mar 01-Aug 10 / Allure of Flowers presents a survey of outstanding works from the mid-nineteenth century to today that collectively illustrate the evolution of floral ornament in modern and contemporary applied art.
Public court records reveal details about both sides of Mia Rodgers' family.
Public court records reveal details about both sides of Mia Rodgers' family.
Police are investigating a deadly shooting on N. Arlington Street at the China Buffet restaurant.
Residents and the mayor say the project would cause more problems in a county already battling school overcrowding.
The new plan will give 4-year contracts and a $500-a-year raise to a quarter of teachers in each district state-wide.
