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Person killed in east Charlotte shooting, police say.

Charlotte: Person killed in east Charlotte shooting, police say One person died at the hospital after a shooting in east Charlotte Sunday morning. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department reported that the shooting took place on Kilborne Drive around 5 a.m. The victim was identified as 31-year-old Ramirez Fuentes. Investigation Ongoing When officers arrived at the scene, they found Fuentes with gunshot wounds. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he succumbed to

May 14, 2024 No Comments

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Charlotte Residents Unable to Access Local News Website

Charlotte Residents Unable to Access Local News Website City of Charlotte Residents in Charlotte, North Carolina, have been facing difficulties accessing a popular local news website, WSOC TV. When attempting to visit the site, users are met with an error message stating, “This website is unavailable in your location. Error 451.” Possible Reasons for the Block The exact reason for the block on access to the website in Charlotte is

May 14, 2024 No Comments

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Homegrown talent Kaila Symone Crowder to star in ‘Hairspray’ musical in Charlotte

Homegrown talent Kaila Symone Crowder to star in ‘Hairspray’ musical in Charlotte Charlotte, NC – “Hairspray,” the Tony-award-winning Broadway musical, is set to hit the local stage on May 31. Ahead of the performance, QCity Metro sat down with North Carolina native Kaila Crowder, who plays Little Inez in the show. The character is a determined young dancer who faces discrimination while pursuing her dreams. Crowder, who grew up in

May 13, 2024 No Comments

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Up ‘n Adam: St. Jude Celebrity Chef and Wine Dinner in Charlotte, N.C. – May 10, 2024

Up ‘n Adam: St. Jude Celebrity Chef and Wine Dinner Charlotte, N.C. – May 10, 2024 Adam Wurtzel spent the morning celebrating the great work of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and a very special event happening in Charlotte. On Saturday, May 18th, the hosts of WCCB’s reality docuseries “Lately,” Natalie and Jonathan Stewart will be hosting the St. Jude Celebrity Chef and Wine Dinner at the Charlotte Marriott City

May 13, 2024 No Comments

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City of Charlotte Announces Grant for Business District Organizations

City of Charlotte Announces Grant for Business District Organizations Start-Scale-Sustain Grant for Charlotte’s Business Districts The city of Charlotte has recently announced a new grant program aimed at supporting Business District Organizations (BDOs) within the Corridors of Opportunity. The Start-Scale-Sustain (S3) grant is a promising opportunity for nonprofit organizations dedicated to enhancing business districts in Charlotte. Grant Criteria and Application Process Organizations interested in applying for the S3 grant must

May 12, 2024 No Comments

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Rainy days in Charlotte can be fun with indoor activities

Rainy days in Charlotte can be fun with indoor activities When the rain is pouring down in Charlotte, it can put a damper on outdoor plans. But fear not, there are plenty of indoor activities to keep you entertained and make the most of a rainy day in the Queen City. Whether you’re interested in exploring museums, cozying up in a coffee shop, or seeking thrills indoors, Charlotte has something

May 11, 2024 No Comments

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Charlotte: Erosion risk to road threatens coastal community

Charlotte Erosion risk to road threatens coastal community Residents of Ocracoke Island are facing a serious threat as erosion continues to deteriorate the main road, impacting the local economy and posing life-threatening consequences for the community. Coastal Community at Risk The ongoing erosion on Ocracoke Island is a pressing concern for the residents, as the main road serves as a vital lifeline for transportation, commerce, and emergency services. With each

May 10, 2024 No Comments

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Charlotte Police Seek Help Identifying Suspect in Boost Mobile Store Robbery

Charlotte Police Seek Help Identifying Suspect in Boost Mobile Store Robbery Charlotte, N.C. (HERE NEWS) – Detectives from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are seeking the public’s help to identify a man who stole cell phones from a Boost Mobile store in east Charlotte. The incident occurred on Wednesday, April 10, just before 3 p.m. at a Boost Mobile store located on Kilborne Drive. Robbery Details According to Detective Jacquelyn Clyburn

May 10, 2024 No Comments

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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools sex assault data discrepancy exposed

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools said sex assault data didn’t exist. Records show that’s not true. WBTV Investigates: Data reveals steep drop in recorded rapes, sexual assaults After a years-long effort to get the data, records detail where sexual violence was reported across the school district. By Nick Ochsner Published : May. 7, 2024 at 6:32 PM EDT CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Records obtained by WBTV show leaders at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools recorded significantly fewer

May 9, 2024 No Comments

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Report Highlights Challenges and Motivations of Latinx Educators in Charlotte

Report Highlights Challenges and Motivations of Latinx Educators in Charlotte CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A recent report has shed light on the challenges and motivations faced by educators of Latin American origin or descent in the Charlotte area. LatinxEd Report: Nuestra Esperanza The report, titled Nuestra Esperanza, was released by LatinxEd, a non-profit organization dedicated to investing in leadership from Latin American backgrounds to achieve educational equity. The publication stems from

May 9, 2024 No Comments

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