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Whodunit? Dinner guests are dying to know.

'Clue: Murder on the Menu' runs through Dec. 6 at Blume Studios, 904 Post St.

Oct 26, 2026

Is coffee becoming a luxury?

Rising costs are becoming apparent in Charlotteans' latte fix

Oct 26, 2026

A new generation in county leadership

Plus: Banks brace for less friendly Washington; Toppman reviews 'Clue: Murder on the Menu'; Why your latte is more expensive; Lawsuit against Hendrick BMW employer; South End gas line cut; Lake capacity concerns; Accountability sought after ICE detains U.S. citizen in Charlotte

Oct 26, 2026

Lawsuit claims abuse by Hendrick BMW director

NC Court of Appeals allows suit to proceed

Oct 26, 2026

'Grandma hobbies' are having a moment in Charlotte

Knitting, sourdough baking and embroidery are making a comeback among younger generations

Oct 24, 2026

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City grants for youth programming

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Questions over behind-the-scenes payments to law firms, contractor

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New technologies in an age-old craft

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American Airlines’ expansion in Chicago is coming largely at the expense of Charlotte

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