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Charlotte Public Forum: Student’s Home-Rule Mic Drop Leads a Night of Real Talk
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Charlotte Council Clashes Over Growth, Trust, and Traffic at Aug. 18 Zoning Meeting

Jack Beckett2 weeks ago1 day ago013 mins

Charlotte Council sparred over rezonings tied to traffic safety, school crowding, and affordable housing, exposing fault lines between developers, residents, and candidates ahead of the 2025 primaries.

When Neighbors Push Back: Far East Charlotte Residents Challenge Dense Townhome Plan

Jack Beckett2 weeks ago1 day ago09 mins

At an Aug. 18 Charlotte City Council zoning hearing, Far East Charlotte residents—led by neighbor Ray Timothy—pressed safety, flooding, and trust concerns over a 94‑unit townhome plan with retail. Here’s what they said, what the developer promised, and what happens next.

The District 1 Decider: Pragmatist vs. Organizer

Guide to Charlotte City Council At-Large Candidates 2025

Charlotte Public Forum: Student’s Home-Rule Mic Drop Leads a Night of Real Talk

Charlotte’s 1% Transit Tax: What It Does, What It Costs, Who Runs It, and Where City Council Candidates Stand

The Penny That Could Redraw Mecklenburg

Charlotte Council Clashes Over Growth, Trust, and Traffic at Aug. 18 Zoning Meeting

When Neighbors Push Back: Far East Charlotte Residents Challenge Dense Townhome Plan