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Charlotte politics: read instructions carefully next time.

Jack Beckett2 weeks ago2 weeks ago06 mins

Procedural confusion and eligibility errors caused friction at Charlotte’s City Council Forum, prompting urgent clarifications and spotlighting transparency challenges.

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Charlotte Balances Budget by Counting on Sales Tax That Doesn’t Exist

Jack Beckett4 weeks ago4 weeks ago06 mins

Charlotte balanced its FY2026 budget, but it depends on a proposed sales tax and cuts 21 positions. Here’s how it adds up.

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Big Ask, Bigger Hesitation: Brooklyn Village Hits Gridlock at City Hall

Jack Beckett2 months ago09 mins

Brooklyn Village’s $13.5M proposal stalls 🏗️😬 at Charlotte Council as cost, trust, and 10 years of delays test the city’s biggest housing promise.

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Elon Musk’s $290 Million Election Play: Influence or Investment? 💰⚖️

Jack Beckett4 months ago08 mins

Elon Musk poured $290M into the 2024 election, reshaping political power like never before 🚀💵. What did he buy, and what does it mean for America?

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Trump Tightens Wind Energy Restrictions, Threatens NC Offshore Projects ⚡🌊

Jack Beckett4 months ago4 months ago07 mins

Trump blocks new offshore wind leases, casting a shadow over NC’s renewable energy future. What does this mean for jobs, climate, and the Queen City? 🌎⚡

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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools to Tackle Immigration Protections Amid Federal Changes

Jack Beckett4 months ago4 months ago08 mins

CMS board takes action on immigration protections as Trump’s orders intensify concerns for undocumented students in Charlotte. 🏫⚖️

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Charlotte Honors MLK’s Legacy with Reflection, Calls to Action 🌹

masonsmarket5 months ago4 months ago010 mins

Marshall Park Hosts Annual MLK Wreath-Laying Ceremony Amid a Call for Vision and Justice In a solemn yet galvanizing ceremony, Charlotte honored the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the annual wreath-laying event in Marshall Park. Against the crisp January air, a diverse crowd of community leaders, residents, and clergy gathered…

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Snow Cancels NC Governor Josh Stein’s Inauguration, Resilience Remains the Theme

Jack Beckett5 months ago5 months ago05 mins

Snow derails Gov. Josh Stein’s inauguration, echoing past challenges. Speech to air as planned 🌨️🎉. #NCPolitics

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N.C. Supreme Court Election Dispute Heads to Federal Appeals Court ⚖️

Jack Beckett5 months ago5 months ago06 mins

Attorneys for N.C.’s elections board appeal to the Fourth Circuit Court, fighting to keep the Supreme Court race dispute in federal jurisdiction. 🗳️

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Why Trump’s Greenland Vision Makes Strategic Sense 🌍

Jack Beckett5 months ago5 months ago07 mins

Trump reignites the Greenland debate. Strategic location, untapped resources, and Arctic geopolitics mean this bold move could redefine U.S. influence. 🌎🔑

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