Politics

City Council Approves Spending $1M to Replace Coliseum Seats

Charlotte is looking at a massive budget shortfall, but Monday, City Council approved spending nearly $1 million to replace the seats at Bojangles Coliseum.

Presidential Visit Brings Traffic Trouble

Charlotte rush hour traffic is bad enough, but throw a presidential visit into the mix and you've got another level.

City Council Considers Possible Budget Cuts

Charlotte's budget shortfall has grown to nearly $22 million. City Council is looking at ways to cut costs.

Rand Paul Begins Presidential Campaign

Kentucky Senator Rand Paul is running for President, and says he is ready to fix Washington.

City Council Considers 2016 Strategic Focus Area

It looks like Charlotte's budget battle will not take the focus off City Council's five priorities for 2016.

Senator Ted Cruz Brings Presidential Campaign To Rock Hill

The race for the White House in 2016 officially made its way to the Carolinas.one space Texas Senator Ted Cruz held a town hall meeting in Rock Hill Friday.

Lease Signed For Hillary Clinton's Presidential Campaign Headquarters

It looks like the launch of Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign is coming soon as a lease is signed for office space Brooklyn, NY.

Indiana Governor Signs Updated Religious Freedom Bill

Indiana has its first protections based on sexual orientation.one space They are part of a re-worked religious freedom bill signed Friday by that state's governor.

Charlotte Business Owners Speak Out For, Against ‘Religious Freedom’ Bill

Major backlash Monday over 'Religious Freedom' legislation circulating in several states, including in North Carolina. Governor Pat Mccrory spoke out against the proposed legislation.

'Religious Freedom' Bill Proposed By Local Lawmakers

If a proposed bill is passed in North Carolina, local businesses and organizations could turn you away because of your personal beliefs.

City Budget Blame Game Continues

The Queen City is facing a serious revenue shortfall; which could lead to reduced services, staffing cuts or increased taxes.

Mecklenburg Could Lose $100 Million Under State Plan

The county, and its cities and towns, could lose $100 million a year under a new state legislative proposal.

Immigration Task Force Wants City-Issued ID Cards For Immigrants

City-issued ID cards for immigrants are one of 27 recommendations before Charlotte City Council. The goal is to make Charlotte more immigrant friendly, but not everyone is on board.

Clodfelter Begins Campaign for Mayor

Clodfelter says the city needs consistent leadership after having four mayors since 2013.

President Obama Addresses Students at Benedict College

In a town hall style meeting, President Obama centered his message on making sure young Americans seize opportunities in their community for a bright future.

Netanyahu Asks U.S. Not to Make Deal with Iran

Concerns over a proposed nuclear agreement between the U.S. and Iran have reached a boiling point.

LGBT Community Reacts After Controversial City Council Vote

The fight is not over. That's the message from the LGBT community in Charlotte following Monday night's controversial city council vote.

Supporters, Opponents Debate Proposed LGBT Anti-Discrimination Ordinance

A fight for civil rights took place at the government center Monday night. LGBT supporters say their rights are at stake. Opponents say the rights at stake are theirs.

Netanyahu: Israel, U.S. Alliance is Strong

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke to a pro-Israel lobby group Monday morning in Washington, spending part of his speech defending his planned address to Congress Tuesday.