Category: News

Keep up with the latest news from Charlotte, NC. From community updates to significant local events, our coverage spans Politics, Sports, Business, Education, Technology, and more. Read in-depth reports on breaking news, crime, real estate trends, and school updates. Stay informed about construction projects, marketing trends, and upcoming activities in your area.

Innovation Council Meeting

Business News

Charlotte Appoints Victoria Avramovic as Leader of New Innovation Council’s Regulatory Sandbox Program

Charlotte Unveils New Innovation Council Leader for Financial Sector Charlotte, a city buzzing with financial and technological growth, is making headlines as it welcomes Victoria Avramovic as the first executive director of the newly formed NC Innovation Council’s regulatory sandbox program. This innovative initiative is specifically designed to help financial and insurance companies navigate regulatory challenges, opening doors to fresh ideas and new opportunities. A Vision for the Future Avramovic,

September 11, 2024 No Comments

Charlotte Community Connection

Business News

Exciting Developments and Community Events in Charlotte This Week

Good Morning, Charlotte! Here’s What’s Happening on September 11, 2024 Hey there, friends in Charlotte! It’s a beautiful Wednesday morning and we’re here to dive right into the latest happenings in our vibrant city. Grab your coffee, sit back, and let’s chat about some exciting business updates, local events, and community news that are making waves. Big Moves in Local Business As Charlotte continues to grow, so does our dynamic

September 11, 2024 No Comments

Empowerment for Choice

Events/What's Happening

Charlotte Hosts Rally for Reproductive Rights with Sophia Bush and Busy Philipps

Charlotte Welcomes Sophia Bush and Busy Philipps for Rally on Reproductive Rights In the vibrant city of Charlotte, excitement is building as two beloved actresses, Sophia Bush and Busy Philipps, are scheduled to visit UNC Charlotte on Thursday. The dynamic duo will gather with students and community members to discuss a pressing issue that has captivated the nation: reproductive freedom. The Day Corresponds with Vice President Harris’s Rally This event

September 11, 2024 No Comments

Emergency Response Scene

Breaking News

Traffic Nightmare Averted in Charlotte After I-85 Crash

Traffic Nightmare Averted in Charlotte After I-85 Crash CHARLOTTE, N.C. — It was a challenging Tuesday afternoon for drivers on Interstate 85 southbound as a significant crash brought traffic to a standstill. Fortunately, as of late Tuesday, all lanes have reopened following the incident. The Scene of the Accident Emergency responders sprang into action after the accident, with at least three Medic ambulances and the Charlotte Fire Department arriving promptly

September 11, 2024 No Comments

Commuter rail progress

Breaking News

Cornelius Advances with $74 Million Purchase for Red Line Commuter Rail Project

Cornelius Celebrates Progress on the Red Line Commuter Rail Project Cornelius is buzzing with excitement as significant strides are being made in the Red Line Commuter Rail Project. This much-anticipated project, designed to better serve Cornelius and surrounding North Meck communities, took another step forward last week with the city finalizing a purchase that paves the way for future developments. $74 Million Purchase Finalized The Charlotte City Council voted decisively

September 11, 2024 No Comments

Dating Confidence Boost

Events/What's Happening

Breaking Free from Heartbreak: Expert Tips to Boost Your Dating Confidence

Charlotte, N.C. — Breaking Free from Heartbreak: Tips to Boost Your Dating Confidence Breakups are tough, and we all know it. Whether you’ve just ended a long-term relationship, gone through a divorce, or wrapped up something more casual, it’s a challenging time. Emotional turbulence is hard to avoid, but it’s important to pick yourself up and get back out there! Luckily, our relationship expert has some fantastic tips to help

September 11, 2024 No Comments

Festival Art Installations

Art

Charlotte Prepares for Exciting 2024 International Arts Festival Featuring Hundreds of Free Events and Unique Installations

Charlotte Gears Up for the 2024 International Arts Festival Hey there, Charlotte! Get ready to immerse yourself in a whirlpool of creativity and culture as the 2024 Charlotte International Arts Festival (CIAF) makes its grand debut from September 13 to September 29. This is not just an event; it’s a 17-day celebration that brings together international and local artists, featuring 150 art installations and 170 free events. With so much

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Casting Call Excitement

Cinema

Charlotte Casting Call Offers Thrilling Opportunities for Aspiring Actors

Charlotte Casting Call: Exciting Opportunities Await! Hey there, Charlotte! Are you ready to dive into the glitzy world of entertainment? Well, if you’ve ever dreamed of shining bright on screen or just want to try your hand at acting, now’s your chance! Thanks to the charm of Hollywood that touches our lives, there are some amazing movies and TV shows snapping up talent right in our backyard. It’s a golden

September 11, 2024 No Comments

Employees celebrating wage increase

Business News

Bank of America Increases Minimum Wage to $24 for Employees, Reinforcing Commitment to Fair Compensation

Bank of America Raises Minimum Wage for Employees In the bustling city of Charlotte, North Carolina, big news is making waves in the workforce. For the seventh year in a row, Bank of America has announced a raise in its minimum wage for employees, showing its commitment to providing competitive pay. Effective this October, the minimum hourly pay will jump to $24, increasing from the previous rate of $23. Commitment

September 11, 2024 No Comments

Memorial for Forgotten Tragedy

Community

Charlotte Marks 50th Anniversary of Eastern Air Lines Flight 212 Tragedy with Calls for Remembrance

Charlotte Remembers a Forgotten Tragedy: Eastern Air Lines Flight 212 In the heart of Charlotte, where the hustle and bustle of daily life continues unabated, lies a tragic piece of history that many have either forgotten or never knew existed. Fifty years ago, on September 11th, 1974, Eastern Air Lines Flight 212 crashed in the fog-blanketed fields of southwest Charlotte, claiming the lives of 72 passengers and crew members, and

September 11, 2024 No Comments