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Events/What's Happening

Trump to Address National Board of Trustees in Charlotte

Trump to Address National Board of Trustees in Charlotte CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Former President Donald Trump is set to speak at the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) next week during their fall meeting in Charlotte. The event, scheduled for Friday, September 6, is expected to draw significant attention as Trump discusses key issues facing law enforcement. FOP Leadership Eager for Engagement Patrick Yoes, the National President of the FOP, expressed

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Breaking News

North Charlotte Homicide: Victim Identified and Arrest Made

North Charlotte Homicide: Victim Identified and Arrest Made Overview of the Incident In Charlotte, North Carolina, authorities have confirmed the identity of a woman who was tragically killed in a homicide over the weekend. The incident occurred on August 17, 2024, just after 11 p.m., on Trailer Drive, near Interstate 85. Victim and Suspect Details The victim has been identified as Glandina Dixon, aged 47. Upon arrival at the scene,

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Taylorsville Town Council Opposes Charlotte Interbasin Transfer

Taylorsville Town Council Opposes Charlotte Interbasin Transfer The Taylorsville Town Council convened for their regular meeting on Tuesday, August 6, deliberating several important issues, among which was their decisive stance against the Charlotte Interbasin Transfer Request. This request from Charlotte Water aims to increase the water transfer rate from the Catawba River Basin to the Rocky River Basin, doubling the amount from 33 million gallons per day (MGD) to 63

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Charlotte District Attorney Rules Officers Justified in Deadly Shooting Incident

Charlotte District Attorney Rules Officers Justified in Deadly Shooting Incident CHARLOTTE – In a significant ruling earlier this week, the Mecklenburg County District Attorney’s Office concluded that the 23 officers who discharged their firearms during the tragic Shannon Park shooting were justified in their actions. This ruling follows the heartbreaking incident that took place on April 29, 2024, where four law enforcement officers lost their lives while trying to serve

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"Charlotte transit project progress"
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Exciting Developments for Red Line as Charlotte Prepares for Norfolk Southern’s O Line Acquisition

Progress on Red Line as Charlotte Prepares for Norfolk Southern’s O Line Acquisition Charlotte, NC—Exciting developments are underway for the Red Line transit project as city officials anticipate closing on a significant acquisition from Norfolk Southern by September. This milestone marks a pivotal moment in a project that has been over two decades in the making. Closing in on the Deal According to Cornelius Mayor Woody Washam, the deal involving

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Rise in Sextortion Cases Worry North Carolina Officials

Rise in Sextortion Cases Worry North Carolina Officials Tripling of Sextortion Cases With summer freedom comes a quiet menace. Officials in North Carolina are growing increasingly concerned about the rise in online sextortion cases targeting teenagers. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation reports have confirmed a disconcerting pattern. Cases relating to this horrifying crime have more than tripled from 2019 to 2022, and indications suggest that we might be

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Education in Charlotte: A Tale of Change and Consistency Over 22 Years

Education in Charlotte: A Tale of Change and Consistency Over 22 Years In the vibrant city of Charlotte, education has been a centerpiece of discourse and development for the past two decades. As a central concern for families, schools and the community at large, the ebb and flow of policy decisions, institutional changes, and societal shifts have shaped the educational landscape in manifold ways. Through this period, one thing has

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Frustrated Charlotte resident, internet blackout
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Area Residents Experience Widespread Internet Access Issues

Area Residents Experience Widespread Internet Access Issues In Charlotte, North Carolina, a common sentiment started rippling out from whisper to uproar: “This website is unavailable in your location.” Due to a surprising turn of events, local citizens have been experiencing limited internet access within the vicinity. Unexpected Internet Blackout The electronic blackout has residents scratching their heads and tech-savvies scrambling to solve this puzzling occurrence. The troubling issue appears to

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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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Community

National League of Cities Centennial Roadshow to Stop in Charlotte

National League of Cities Centennial Roadshow to Stop in Charlotte Published on June 18, 2024 CHARLOTTE, N.C. (June 18, 2024) – The National League of Cities (NLC), the voice for America’s municipalities for the past century, will make a stop in Charlotte on Wednesday, June 19 as part of its 100th anniversary celebration roadshow. Over the past 100 years, the NLC has been a steadfast advocate for cities and their

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