Orlando Shooting Revives A Fight Over 'Islamic' Label
As news of the nightclub shooting in Orlando spread, Donald Trump revived the debate over what to call acts of violence by people inspired or directed by extremist groups like the Islamic State.
Obama Endorses Hillary Clinton For President
BREAKING: Obama endorses Hillary Clinton, says: "I don't think there's ever been someone so qualified to hold this office."
9th District Congressional Candidate Calling For Recount
CHARLOTTE, NC-- Tonight Ninth District Congressional Candidate Mark Harris says he wants a recount. Harris lost Tuesday's Republican Primary to Incumbent Representative Robert Pittenger by just 142 votes. The Mecklenburg County Board of Elections…
Trump Promises Not To Let GOP Down As Leaders Grow Worried
Donald Trump labored to convince fellow Republicans that he can broaden his appeal and move beyond controversy, tamping down his caustic attacks and divisive remarks in a noticeably muted speech after his final presidential primary wins.
Clinton Seizes Historic Primary Win
Powered by a solid triumph in California, Hillary Clinton declared victory in her yearlong battle for the heart of the Democratic party, seizing her place in history and setting out on the difficult task of fusing a fractured party to confront Donald Trump.
Dogs Destroy Boy's Beloved Trump Hat
The dogs ate my Trump hat ... CNN's Jeanne Moos has the flap over a kid's "Make America Great Again" hat.
Paul Ryan: Trump's Judge Comments Are 'Textbook' Racism
Paul Ryan told reporters that presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump's comments about Judge Gonzalo Curiel are "textbook definition of a racist comment." Ryan said he still plans to vote for Donald Trump in November.
Hillary Has Delegates to Win Democratic Nomination
Striding into history, Hillary Clinton will become the first woman to top the presidential ticket of a major U.S. political party, capturing commitments Monday from the number of delegates needed to win the Democratic nomination.
Mecklenburg County Primary Election Information
The next election is a Primary election on Tuesday, June 7th.
Trump Endorses Pittenger For Re-election
Presidential nominee Donald Trump has endorsed Congressman Robert Pittenger for re-election in North Carolina's 9th Congressional District.
Trump Defends Veterans Donations
Donald Trump is lashing out at the media for trying to account for millions of dollars he claimed to raise for veterans' groups. The 5.6 million dollars came from an event Trump hosted…
Trump Rallies Veterans At Annual Rolling Thunder Gathering
Republican Donald Trump told a motorcycle rally on Sunday that people in the U.S. illegally often are cared for better than the nation's military veterans, without backing up his allegation.
Mecklenburg Co. Manager Presents 2017 Budget
CHARLOTTE, NC-- The recommended fiscal year 2017 budget would mean no tax rate increase for the fourth year in a row. The Mecklenburg County Manager presented the $1.6 billion budget to County Commissioners…
Trump Reaches The Magic Number To Clinch Nomination
Donald Trump on Thursday reached the number of delegates needed to clinch the Republican nomination for president, completing an unlikely rise that has upended the political landscape and sets the stage for a bitter fall campaign.
City Council Agrees Not To Raise Property Taxes
CHARLOTTE, NC-- Charlotte's budget battle may mean some higher fees, tut tonight we know it will not include a property tax hike. City manager Ron Carlee's budget recommended a less than half cent…
Police Won't Charge Sitter Who Hit Toddler
A loophole in an Oregon state law is keeping police there from charging a babysitter who admitted to attacking a toddler.
HB2 Battle: Chamber Wants Cities to Choose Who to Protect
The Charlotte Chamber Chair Ned Curran and President Bob Morgan announced the Chamber sent a letter to state lawmakers saying cites should be allowed to create their own protections for LGBT residents.
Bonnie Raitt To Perform In Charlotte Despite HB2
Bonnie Raitt returns to Charlotte on October 26th amidst the controversy over HB2.
Musicians Donate Versus Cancel Concerts
Helping those impacted by HB2. Demi Lovato is the latest celebrity to nationally protest the law and then vow to donate money to help the LGBT community. Those donations are helping organizations in the Queen City.
Obama: Taliban Leader's Death A 'Milestone' For Afghan Peace
President Barack Obama said Monday that the violent death of Taliban leader Mullah Mohammed Akhtar Mansour by a U.S. airstrike should send a "clear signal" to anti-American extremists that "we're going to protect our people."
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