Diesel Spill at Mercy Hospital Reaches Creek in Elizabeth
The city estimates about 2,000 gallons of diesel spilled at Atrium Health's Mercy Hospital. Some reached a creek in Elizabeth; stay out of it, the city says.
Jack Beckett·Nov 11, 2026
Reindeer Romp 5K Returns to SouthPark on Dec. 5
The 13th Annual YMCA Krueger Reindeer Romp 5K returns to SouthPark on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Harris YMCA, with a kids obstacle course and a visit from Santa.
Stroll Quail Hollow·Nov 12, 2026
CMS Picks Outside Firm for Finance Work as CFO Retires
CMS has picked HIL Group for financial management and budget work as CFO Kelly Kluttz retires. The board took no vote, and CMS hasn't said what it will cost.
Jack Beckett·Nov 11, 2026
Charlotte Lets Cabs Quote Upfront Fares Like Uber
Charlotte cabs booked through an app can now quote a set fare before the ride, as ride-hailing apps do, under the city's first taxi rules overhaul since 2017.
Jack Beckett·Nov 11, 2026
Charlotte Limits Street Vending, Rejects Criminal Penalty
Outside uptown, vending is now allowed only in city-approved markets, and there aren't any yet. Council voted down a criminal charge for repeat vendors.
Jack Beckett·Nov 11, 2026
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Transit Board Stalls Again on Trustee Disclosure Form
The region's transit trustees again put off a form listing their county real estate and large business stakes. Some wanted it to ask for less, and one wanted it…
Jack Beckett·Nov 11, 2026
Charlotte E-Bike Rules Stall Over Missing Criminal Penalty
A city lawyer told Charlotte City Council its e-bike rules would make property damage a crime. The ordinance in members' packets had only a $50 civil fine, so…
Jack Beckett·Nov 11, 2026
Charlotte Airport Lease Passes 8-2; American Gets New Gates
Charlotte City Council voted 8-2 for a 10½-year airline lease that gives American Airlines every new gate in Concourse C. Mazuera Arias and Johnson voted no.
Jack Beckett·Nov 11, 2026
Jail North Expansion Would Cost Mecklenburg Over $5M a Year
Sheriff Garry L. McFadden wants $2.67 million to open 167 more beds at Jail North for six months. The county manager supports it and says a full year would cost…
Jack Beckett·Nov 11, 2026
CMS Approves Builders for 3 New Schools Before a Bid Lapses
A Charlotte-Mecklenburg school board member moved to hold $181.7 million in school construction contracts until December over conflict-of-interest rules. One…
Jack Beckett·Nov 11, 2026
Butterscotch Scones, a Taste of The Pewter Rose
Kanku Michelsen's butterscotch scones began as a memory of family brunches at The Pewter Rose. Now they are her daughter's favorite and a staple at home. Here…
Stroll Dilworth·Nov 11, 2026
Hornets Hold Off Cavaliers to End Six-Game Losing Streak
A 16-0 third-quarter run put the Hornets up 33, and they held on without six inactive players, Brandon Miller among them, to beat Cleveland 124-112.
Jack Beckett·Nov 10, 2026
Panthers Lose to Broncos After Goal-Line Pass Is Reversed
Carolina led 14-13 with first-and-goal at the Denver 1 when a pass ruled incomplete became an interception on replay. The Broncos won 26-21.
Jack Beckett·Nov 10, 2026
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