The United States of Amnesia—Now With Brighter Stickers
The politics of the rebrand In Washington, the label is often louder than the thing itself. American politics has entered…
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Inside CATS’s Fare and Safety Reset After Irina Zarutska’s Killing
CATS moved fare fights away from drivers, funded transit policing, and promised data. Can validators, roving checks, and a CMPD pact make an open rail system feel safe after Irina Zarutska’s killing?
Charlotte’s Open-System Dilemma: Can Light Rail Feel Safe Without Turnstiles?
Charlotte built its light rail as an open system. After a fatal stabbing, Council pressed CATS on safety without turnstiles. The plan: transit policing, fare checks, cameras, and visible upgrades.
Charlotte’s Early Vote: 13,871 Ballots, Five Days, Big Consequences
Mecklenburg logged 13,871 early and by-mail votes. Most arrived in five days and clustered at University City, SouthPark, and a few big branches. In primaries, that small surge sets the agenda.
CMS Posts Historic Gains: 55 Schools Improve, 89% Meet Growth, Low-Performing Drops to 18%
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.
The Excelsior Club’s Latest Revival: $8 Million Plan Seeks $3 Million in Public Money
Charlotte developers seek $3M in taxpayer funds for $8M Excelsior Club revival. Historic venue would be demolished and rebuilt as replica despite sub-1% ROI.
Charlotte’s Primary Problem: When 1 in 8 Voters Decide
In Mecklenburg, just 18.7% voted in the 2024 primary. Here’s how a motivated 7% can set policy for 100%—and what that means for “Poll Dance 2025.”
The District 1 Decider: Pragmatist vs. Organizer
A safely blue district, a decisive primary. Dante Anderson backs the mobility tax and corridor investments. Charlene Henderson pushes neighborhood-first growth and worker standards.
Guide to Charlotte City Council At-Large Candidates 2025
Charlotte’s at-large races decide four citywide seats. Meet the field, see key dates, and track positions on the transit tax, housing, and stadium funding. Privacy-first, all receipts linked.
Charlotte Public Forum: Student’s Home-Rule Mic Drop Leads a Night of Real Talk
A tiara, a prototype, and a civics clinic. Charlotte’s public forum delivered two tight hours of candor, capped by a Providence Day senior who made the cleanest case for home rule all night.