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Traffic Accident Scene

Breaking News

Crash in Northeast Charlotte Leaves Multiple Injured

Crash in Northeast Charlotte Leaves Multiple Injured CHARLOTTE — A traffic accident in northeast Charlotte has left several people wounded, making for a tense morning on the streets. The incident unfolded around 5:30 a.m. along East Sugar Creek, near The Plaza, shaking the normally quiet early hours of the day. In situations like these, every second counts, and for those involved, the outcome can change in an instant. Details of

September 17, 2024 No Comments

Cozy morning routine

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Charlotte Schools Implement Two-Hour Delay Due to Severe Weather

Charlotte Schools Announce Exciting Two-Hour Delay CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Good news this morning for students and parents in the Charlotte area! Due to some severe weather making its way through the region, several school districts have decided to push back the start of the school day by two hours on Tuesday, September 16. This means a little extra time to sleep in, enjoy a cozy breakfast, or even catch up

September 17, 2024 No Comments

Traffic jam at sunset

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Crash on I-85 North in University City Leads to Major Lane Closures and Traffic Delays

Crash in University City Area Causes Major Lane Closures on I-85 North Charlotte, N.C. – Traffic woes hit the University City area of Charlotte this past Monday as a crash on Interstate 85 North led to the closure of three out of five lanes. For many drivers hoping to zip along their evening commutes, this created quite the jam. The incident unfolded around 2:12 p.m. just beyond exit 43, and

September 16, 2024 No Comments

Back to School Health

Community

Charlotte Prepares for School Season: Essential Tips for Keeping Kids Healthy

Charlotte Gears Up for Back to School: Tips to Keep Kids Healthy CHARLOTTE, N.C. — It’s that time of the year again—back to school season is upon us! As parents, we’ve been busy getting our little ones ready for the academic challenges ahead. But in the midst of shopping for school supplies and new clothes, one important aspect might have slipped our minds: preparing our children for the new germs

September 16, 2024 No Comments

Storm Preparation Essentials

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Charlotte Faces Stormy Weather as Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight Approaches

Charlotte Braces for Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight As the calendar turns to a new week, folks here in Charlotte are facing some not-so-great weather challenges brought on by Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight. This storm system, which is moving in our direction from the southeast, is causing quite a ruckus, particularly in our coastal regions. But don’t be fooled; the effects are felt far and wide throughout North Carolina. Wind and

September 16, 2024 No Comments

Fashion Week Excitement

Community

Charlotte Fashion Week Set to Dazzle with Creativity and Style from September 17th to 21st

Charlotte Gears Up for an Exquisite Fashion Week! Charlotte, N.C. – It’s that time of year again! The Charlotte Fashion Week is just around the corner, kicking off on September 17th and running straight through to September 21st. This vibrant and exciting event has been captivating the fashion world since it started back in 2010 and has become one of the premier fashion weeks in North America. A Celebration of

September 16, 2024 No Comments

Community Growth Initiatives

Charity

Exciting Changes Ahead for University City as New CEO Promises Community Development and Engagement

Exciting Developments in Charlotte’s University City Hey there, Charlotte! There’s a lot going on in the vibrant neighborhood of University City. In recent news, Keith Stanley, who is now the president and CEO of University City Partners, has some exciting plans in store for the area. After making waves in Milwaukee, he’s bringing that fresh perspective to enhance our very own University City. Sounds interesting, right? New Leadership with a

September 16, 2024 No Comments

Lucky Scratch-Off Win

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Charlotte Man Wins $100,000 from $30 Scratch-Off Ticket

Charlotte Man Wins Big with Lucky Scratch-Off Ticket In the vibrant city of Charlotte, excitement buzzes through the air as local resident Jorge Meraz Mendez recently scored a life-changing win with a $30 scratch-off ticket! Mendez took a chance on the $5,000,000 Ultimate game and was rewarded with a stunning $100,000 prize. The Lucky Purchase The good fortune began when Mendez visited the Yorkmont BP gas station located on Yorkmont

September 16, 2024 No Comments

Community Support Gathering

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Tragic Assault with Deadly Weapon Claims Lives in Southwest Charlotte

Tragic Incident Shakes Southwest Charlotte Charlotte, N.C. – On a seemingly ordinary Friday afternoon, the vibrant neighborhood of southwest Charlotte was enveloped in an air of shock and sadness. Just a little while after lunch, local police responded to a distressing report of an assault with a deadly weapon in the 9200 block of Kings Parade Boulevard, near South Tryon Street. Little did they know, this call would lead to

September 16, 2024 No Comments

Storm Preparation Checklist

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Charlotte Prepares for Impact of Tropical Cyclone with Flood and Wind Advisories

Charlotte Braces for Tropical Weather Charlotte, N.C. is gearing up for some significant weather activity as Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight churns its way inland, bringing the promise of hefty rain and strong winds to the area. Weather forecasts suggest that the heaviest rains and strongest winds will be sweeping through Charlotte starting late Monday evening and continuing into early Tuesday morning. So, if you live in the area, it’s time

September 16, 2024 No Comments