The State of the Union: The Oscars for People Who Love Filibusters
The SOTU is Washington’s Super Bowl—except the commercials are just standing ovations. Get the inside scoop on how this political drama is staged, sold, and spun. 🍿🇺🇸
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Bank of America’s Brian Moynihan Clashes with Trump Over ‘Debanking’ Claims
Brian Moynihan of Bank of America faces sharp criticism from Trump over alleged “debanking” of conservatives at the World Economic Forum in Davos. 🎤💥 #CharlotteMercury
Charlotte Symphony Orchestra Finds a New Home as the Carolina Theatre Reopens
The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra will perform at the newly restored Carolina Theatre, a $90M renovation project decades in the making. ✨🎤
Rezoning Roulette: Harris-Houston Caught in Charlotte’s Growth Crossfire 🏘️
Harris-Houston debates rezoning: 🏘️ 76 duplexes or 🚗 more traffic? Residents & council wrestle with growth, infrastructure, and community identity. #CharlotteNews #RezoningDrama
Josh Stein Takes Oath as NC Governor; Public Celebrations Set for Jan. 11 🎉
Josh Stein is sworn in as NC’s first Jewish governor. 🎉 Public events, including a block party, are planned for Jan. 11. 🌟 #NewGovernor
District 6: Same seat, old faces, fresh drama.
Former council members Andy Doolin and Edwin Peacock offer experienced interim leadership for Charlotte’s vacant District 6 seat, promising distinct approaches.
Charlotte’s Office Vacancy Struggle: What’s Next?
Charlotte’s office vacancy rate in 2025 remains high at 24.6%. City leaders and developers explore adaptive reuse, zoning changes, and partnerships to tackle the problem. 🏙️
The Deer of Tega Cay: A Problem, a Controversy, and a Solution on Four Legs
🏡 Tega Cay, SC, struggles with a booming deer population—until a culling program transforms the problem into a food source for the Catawba Nation. Discover how wildlife management meets food sovereignty. 🍽️ #Deer #WildlifeManagement
NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson Sues Landlords Over Rent-Fixing Allegations 🏠⚖️
NC AG Jeff Jackson sues landlords for rent-fixing, alleging conspiracy to inflate rents in a bold move addressing the state’s housing crisis. 🏘️⚖️
Charlotte Names Anthony Fox Interim City Attorney: Bridging Transition with Expertise
Anthony Fox takes the reins as Charlotte’s interim city attorney. Legal stability, leadership, and transition mark the path ahead for the Queen City. ⚖️✨