Economy

Charlotte Residents Feel the Financial SqueezeCharlotte Residents Feel the Financial Squeeze

Charlotte Residents Feel the Financial Squeeze

News Summary Charlotte is grappling with rising living costs, leaving residents feeling financially stressed. A recent study reveals it ranks…

2 weeks ago
Icy Conditions Cause Multiple Vehicle Crashes in CharlotteIcy Conditions Cause Multiple Vehicle Crashes in Charlotte

Icy Conditions Cause Multiple Vehicle Crashes in Charlotte

News Summary Charlotte experienced hazardous driving conditions on Thursday following a winter storm that left icy roads and multiple vehicle…

3 weeks ago
Charges Filed Against Erik Lopez Hernandez After Shooting in CharlotteCharges Filed Against Erik Lopez Hernandez After Shooting in Charlotte

Charges Filed Against Erik Lopez Hernandez After Shooting in Charlotte

News Summary On February 11, 2023, a police chase in Charlotte ended with officer-involved shooting, resulting in serious charges against…

3 weeks ago
Charlotte’s Growing Pains: Defining Home in The Queen CityCharlotte’s Growing Pains: Defining Home in The Queen City

Charlotte’s Growing Pains: Defining Home in The Queen City

News Summary As Charlotte continues to grow, the identity of its residents is being redefined. Debates about city limits and…

4 weeks ago
Parachutist Rescue Operation in Uptown CharlotteParachutist Rescue Operation in Uptown Charlotte

Parachutist Rescue Operation in Uptown Charlotte

News Summary In the early hours of February 18, 2025, a parachutist became stranded on a high-rise building in Uptown…

4 weeks ago
Fire Blazes Through Charlotte Business ParkFire Blazes Through Charlotte Business Park

Fire Blazes Through Charlotte Business Park

News Summary Charlotte has faced a tumultuous weekend with multiple fire incidents, including a Friday night blaze at a business…

1 month ago
Charlotte to Raise Minimum Wage for School Staff to $20Charlotte to Raise Minimum Wage for School Staff to $20

Charlotte to Raise Minimum Wage for School Staff to $20

News Summary Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools are considering a plan to increase the hourly wage of all school staff to $20. This…

2 months ago
Charlotte Secures $31.4 Million for Low-Income Area ImprovementsCharlotte Secures $31.4 Million for Low-Income Area Improvements

Charlotte Secures $31.4 Million for Low-Income Area Improvements

News Summary Charlotte has announced a significant federal funding boost of $31.4 million aimed at enhancing infrastructure in low-income areas.…

2 months ago
Concerns Rise Over Court’s Unsecured Bond Ruling in CharlotteConcerns Rise Over Court’s Unsecured Bond Ruling in Charlotte

Concerns Rise Over Court’s Unsecured Bond Ruling in Charlotte

News Summary The Charlotte Police Union has raised alarms regarding a recent court ruling that released a shooting suspect on…

2 months ago
Family Dollar Stores in Charlotte Fined for Pricing ErrorsFamily Dollar Stores in Charlotte Fined for Pricing Errors

Family Dollar Stores in Charlotte Fined for Pricing Errors

News Summary Several Family Dollar locations across the Charlotte area have been fined for failing to accurately price items, leading…

2 months ago