Permits for Parcel E and below I-277 nudge Iron District into site work, with 278 apartments, new retail, structured parking, and a set-aside for a future light-rail station.
A House Judiciary field hearing on violent crime brought national lawmakers to Charlotte. We unpack what happened, why it matters for Iryna’s Law, and how local families shaped the narrative.
A respectful, unblinking look at Iryna Zarutska’s killing on the Blue Line—what happened, what changed, and what Charlotte must fix if riders are going to trust transit again.
CMS reports record gains: 55 schools improved grades, 89% met or exceeded growth, and low-performing schools dropped from 32% to 18%. What changed inside the district’s playbook.
Mecklenburg County ABC will open eight select stores on Labor Day, Sept. 1, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with one MXB-only site for bars and restaurants. All other locations will be closed.
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.
Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners; City of Charlotte; Mecklenburg Public Transportation Authority (proposed); Southern Coalition for Social Justice; Action NC; Charlotte Area Transit System
Charlotte’s Citizens Review Board has never overturned a CMPD decision. Now, its members want more authority, better training support, and a more unmistakable voice at City Hall.
Glory Days Apparel slashes prices for one day only: $10 tees, $25 hoodies, free hats with purchases of $100, and permanent discounts for brave, tattooed fans. Charlotte’s best shopping line starts early.
Charlotte has sweated through one of its hottest summers on record. Daily highs, warm nights, and sweltering streaks prove it: 2025 is not your average Queen City summer.
