Charlotte Just Changed Who Gets to Sell You a Tomato
A quiet UDO change lets farmers markets operate by right in Charlotte’s industrial zones — and at least one council member says that’s the whole point.
Charlotte Just Changed Who Gets to Sell You a Tomato
A quiet UDO change lets farmers markets operate by right in Charlotte’s industrial zones — and at least one council member says that’s the whole point.
Charlotte Crime Down 29%, But Perception of Safety Remains Challenge for New Police Chief
New CMPD Chief Stella Patterson told state legislators violent crime is down 29% in Charlotte, but residents still feel unsafe. Bridging that gap defines her first 90 days on the job.
Two Half Days Become Full Ones: CMS Board Acts After Storm Chaos
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools voted unanimously to convert two early release days into full school days after winter storms disrupted eight consecutive days of instruction.
We Won’t Publish Guilt-by-Proximity Headlines
When an unaccepted invitation becomes a headline, journalism slips into insinuation. Here’s why The Charlotte Mercury won’t publish proximity stories without evidence.
CMS Board of Education Meeting Recap: New Principals Named, Literacy Data Reviewed, 2027–28 Calendar Options Released
CMS leaders outlined 3–5 reading progress targets, named new school leaders, and launched a community survey for two 2027–28 calendar options after a virtual Board meeting.
Charlotte Democratic Primary 2026: Stein Endorses Challenger to Incumbent Cunningham in High-Stakes House Race
Governor endorses challenger to 7-term Charlotte incumbent who votes with GOP 84% of time. March 3 primary will decide whether Democrats can restore veto power.
Bokhari and Egleston Join The Southern Group to Open Charlotte Lobbying Office
Tariq Bokhari and Larken Egleston will lead The Southern Group’s new Charlotte office, arguing the city’s business community needs steadier influence in Raleigh.
Charlotte City Council Approves $4.3M Transit Authority Start-Up, Advances Infrastructure Contracts, Defers Gateway Station Parking Lease
Council approved $4.3M for a new transit authority start-up and major infrastructure contracts, while deferring a Gateway Station parking lease and a Norland Road path item.
What You Need to Know About Charlotte’s New Transit Authority
Transit power explained Charlotte and Mecklenburg County have quietly crossed a governance threshold that will shape transportation, land use, and…
Mecklenburg Commissioners Hear Housing Appeals, Reset A Home for All, and Approve SoFi Incentive
A holiday meeting turns serious fast: homelessness strategy shifts, Atrium’s housing claims, board appointments, and a divided vote on a SoFi incentive package.
