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Worried mother starting fundraiser
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Charlotte Resident Stranded in Turks and Caicos Following Severe Accident

Charlotte Resident Stranded in Turks and Caicos Following Severe Accident From within the buzzing city of Charlotte, North Carolina, a call for assistance is echoing across the internet. The plea is coming from a desperate mother whose daughter, Majesty Carr, is stranded in a hospital thousands of miles away in Turks and Caicos after a catastrophic car accident. Details of the Tragic Incident According to Karen McMillan, Carr’s mother, her

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Decision 2024: N.C. AG Candidates, Dan Bishop and Jeff Jackson, Engage in a Spirited Debate in Charlotte

Decision 2024: N.C. AG Candidates, Dan Bishop and Jeff Jackson, Engage in a Spirited Debate in Charlotte As the 2024 North Carolina Attorney General elections heat up, the vibrant city of Charlotte recently became the venue where Republican candidate Dan Bishop faced off against his Democratic rival, Jeff Jackson. This was one of the most closely watched statewide races in the country, involving two experienced members of Congress. Debate Highlights

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Charlotte residents battling heatwave
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Charlotte Braces For The Hottest Day In Two Years

Charlotte Braces For The Hottest Day In Two Years The residents of Charlotte are in for an intense wave of heat this week as Wednesday is forecasted to possibly be the hottest day since 2022. With highs creeping up into the upper 90s and heat indices set to cross 100° for some neighborhoods, those seeking relief from the heat need to plan accordingly. Anticipated Intense Weather Conditions Wednesday’s forecast brings

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Police Officer Chasing Armed Suspect
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Armed Suspect Injured in Officer-Involved Shooting in North Charlotte

Armed Suspect Injured in Officer-Involved Shooting in North Charlotte Following the judicial order, bodycam footage linked to an officer-involved shooting that occurred in North Charlotte in February was released on Monday. The incident, which involved an armed man allegedly involved in drug activity, resulted in the aforementioned man suffering non-lethal gunshot wounds. The Incident The incident in question took place on a Thursday morning, February 8, on Beatties Ford Road’s

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Charity

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools to Track Post-Diploma Preparation

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools to Track Post-Diploma Preparation Charlotte, NC – The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) will be taking a step forward in its plans to enhance the readiness of students for life post-graduation by tracking data on their preparation for “the three E’s” – enrollment in higher education, enlistment in the military, or employment. The CMS School Board made the decision last October to track its students’ preparation in these critical areas.

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Charity

Charlotte Gears Up for the 2024 Charlotte Pride Festival

Charlotte Gears Up for the 2024 Charlotte Pride Festival The Queen City is getting ready to host the spectacular Charlotte Pride Festival this year again. Pride 2024, taking place from August 17 to August 18, promises to be an unforgettable experience for locals and visitors alike. The largest street festival in Uptown Charlotte, Pride 2024 is your chance to connect with the LGBTQ community, enjoy amazing entertainment, and learn about

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Presidential Candidates Debating on Stage
Events/What's Happening

Presidential Debate 2024: Biden vs Trump Live On WCCB Charlotte

Presidential Debate 2024: Biden vs Trump Live On WCCB Charlotte Fierce Competition Amid Two Presidentials Charlotte, the heart of North Carolina gears up for an exciting event, a direct clash of views and ambitions – the first Presidential debate of the 2024 election. The event will see incumbent President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump exchange their political views and hopes for the nation under the watchful eye of

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Community

Charlotte Welcomes Jenny Sassman Waters Back Into the Brew

Charlotte Welcomes Jenny Sassman Waters Back Into the Brew The craft beer scene in Charlotte is once again buzzing with the news that Jenny Sassman Waters has returned to the brew. The veteran of Charlotte’s beer scene has assumed the role of executive director for the Charlotte Independent Brewers Alliance (CIBA). This news was warmly received by the local brewing community gathered at the Ekos offices in NoDa, on a

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Charlotte Finalizes 2024-25 Roster with the Signing of Maryland High School Product Ben Bradford

Charlotte Finalizes 2024-25 Roster with the Signing of Maryland High School Product Ben Bradford The city of Charlotte is buzzing with excitement as the Charlotte 49ers Men’s Basketball team takes the final step in preparing for the 2024-25 season. The team has secured the services of Maryland high school standout Benjamin “Ben” Bradford, with this signing finalizing their roster for the forthcoming season. About Benjamin Bradford Ben, a product of

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Piled up council meeting transcripts
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Charlotte City Falls 2 Years Behind on Council Minutes

Charlotte City Falls 2 Years Behind on Council Minutes Residents and interested parties in Charlotte who desire to follow closely the proceedings and decision making of the City Council are likely to meet with frustration as the city is now more than two years behind in producing and making available its council meeting minutes. The degree of difficulty encountered in sourcing the voting records for council members on key issues

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