Politics

Mayor-Elect Jennifer Roberts Speaks Following Win

Roberts speaks with WCCB Charlotte's Amanda Fitzpatrick about her plans to address crime in the Queen City, and how she will restore public trust following former mayor Patrick Cannon's arrest.

Edwin Peacock Speaks Following Mayoral Loss

WCCB Charlotte's Amy Cowman hears from the Republican Mayoral candidate following his loss to Democrat Jennifer Roberts.

Low Early Voting Turnout in Charlotte

Early voting turnout is lower than it was for the mayor's race in 2013. More than 12,000 people have voted so far. At this point in 2013, 16,000 people had cast their ballots early.

Mayoral Candidates Hit the Pavement Leading Up to Election Day

Election day is just five days away when the city of Charlotte will vote for their new mayor, and so far less than 10,000 Charlotteans have cast their vote.

Politics and Barbecue at Mallard Creek

Politicians and barbecue. A Mecklenburg County tradition continued Thursday at Mallard Creek Presbyterian Church with the 86th Annual Mallard Creek Barbecue.

Mallard Creek Prepares for Annual Barbecue

The tradition continues on Thursday, with the 86th Annual Mallard Creek Barbecue where politicians will meet and greet voters.

Donald Trump Visits South Carolina

Donald Trump told thousands of supporters in Anderson that his campaign won't sell itself to the highest bidder.

Gov. McCrory Signs Autism Insurance Bill Into Law

North Carolina now requires some insurance plans to cover certain treatments for autism.

Trump, Carson Threaten To Boycott Next Debate

Republican front-runners Donald Trump and Ben Carson are threatening to pull out of the next Republican primary debate if the hosts don't agree to their demands.

Mayoral Hopeful Edwin Peacock Reveals Plan to Fight Violent Crime

Peacock says on his first day in office, he would create a crime reduction commission.

Roberts, Clodfelter Debate before Mayoral Runoff Election

In less than a week voters will take to the polls again in the race for Charlotte mayor. This time to decide who will run against Republican Edwin Peacock.

Former Rival Supports Clodfelter in Mayoral Runoff

City Councilman David Howard says he'll support Clodfelter in his October 6th Mayoral runoff against former County Commission Chair Jennifer Roberts.

Charlotte Mayor Questions Toll Lanes

The push is on to add managed lanes on Independence Boulevard and I-485. But Charlotte Mayor Dan Clodfelter wants to explore all options.

The Edge: Trump Talk

Trump is under fire after answering a man's question.

Roberts, Clodfelter to Face Off in Runoff Election

Voters will head back to the polls in Charlotte next month to choose a Democratic candidate for mayor. The runoff election is set for October 6.

Primary Voter Turnout

As voters trickle into polling precincts, the recent spike in crime and debate over education are inspiring some to vote.

Huckabee Talks Gun Control at Winthrop Presidential Forum

Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee spoke at Winthrop University Thursday as part of its Presidential Forum series.

State, Local Leaders Discuss Foreign Policy, Local Jobs

Local and state leaders met in Uptown Charlotte Monday to discuss foreign policy challenges facing our nation.

Primary Election for Mayoral Race in Two Weeks

We are just about two weeks away from the primary election to seat the next mayor of Charlotte. There are two Republican and six Democratic candidates.