Logo
The Charlotte Ledger
Search
Subscribe
Sign In
Home
Podcast
Charlotte in Motion
Ways of Life
Fútbol Friday
Toppman on the Arts
Real Estate Whispers
Newcomers' Guide
Financial Fears Series
Archive
About
Logo
Tune in Wednesday: Your HR questions answered

Tune in Wednesday: Your HR questions answered

Our free lunch-hour webinar series this month will offer tips for businesses on avoiding legal headaches, recruiting and retaining employees and exploring healthcare options

May 8, 2023

Her health insurer delayed her MRI — as the cancer spread

Her health insurer delayed her MRI — as the cancer spread

Plus: N.C. hospitality industry seems OK with bill to extend Mecklenburg taxes; Reval reviews on pace with 2019; 16-year-old scooter rider killed; Teen driver's license changes; Crumbl in Midtown

May 8, 2023

Relishing the other big pro tournament in town

Relishing the other big pro tournament in town

Plus: The week's top stories — N.C. legislature passes abortion ban — Braxton Winston to leave City Council — YMCA selling NoDa property — New CLT runway underway — Panthers' stadium upgrades

May 6, 2023

Lattanzio addresses off-the-field turmoil

Lattanzio addresses off-the-field turmoil

Charlotte FC facing fall-out from sexual assault report linked to Shinyashiki, Santos; coach talks future of those players, controversy's impact on team and more

May 5, 2023

A neighborhood seeing (Lo)So much change

A neighborhood seeing (Lo)So much change

Plus: City Council discussed $1.2B stadium renovation; County won't pull dependent insurance; Commissioners question Atrium lease payment; Abortion bill heads to governor; Headlines explained

LockSimple

May 5, 2023

15 ways last week’s transit commission meeting was like Festivus

15 ways last week’s transit commission meeting was like Festivus

A Metropolitan Transit Commission meeting for the rest of us.

May 4, 2023

Selling Charlotte on the small screen

Selling Charlotte on the small screen

Plus: City and hotel owners work to extend Mecklenburg food tax; $100,000/year police jobs; Ramona to leave 'Matt & Ramona Show'; YMCA makes big moves; Charity swimmer hopes to avoid sharks

LockSimple

May 3, 2023

He's making a big, cold swim for charity

He's making a big, cold swim for charity

Russell Raath wanted to do something bold to raise money for 4 organizations close to his heart, so he decided to dive into the water off the coast of South Africa

May 3, 2023

BREAKING: Charlotte FC player linked to sex assault report

BREAKING: Charlotte FC player linked to sex assault report

Andre Shinyashiki hasn’t played since early April and has been held out because of a ‘private’ matter, the team has said

May 2, 2023

Ways of Life: What made Alex Coffin run?

Ways of Life: What made Alex Coffin run?

Also remembered: An entrepreneur and 'Black Vibrations' podcast host; the director of the culinary department at CPCC; a longtime entomologist at UNC Charlotte

LockSimple

May 2, 2023

Charlotte Ledger membership tiers

Charlotte Ledger membership tiers

We exist because of the generosity of our members. Here are the details on our free, paid and Premium plans.

May 1, 2023

Airport construction to ‘shift to the airfield’

Airport construction to ‘shift to the airfield’

Plus: Mayor Pro Tem Braxton Winston won't run for another term; CMS board chair says assignment plan 'pretty close' to finished; Hot-button Ballantyne issues; Education podcast; Another bank failure

May 1, 2023

Have we all forgotten how to dress?

Have we all forgotten how to dress?

Plus: Top news stories of the week — Legislature advances school voucher bills; Governor's race heats up; New plan for former Eastland Mall site; Panthers pick their franchise QB

Apr 29, 2023

Charlotte FC roster moves raise eyebrows

Charlotte FC roster moves raise eyebrows

Upheaval at MLS trade deadline as Shinyashiki deal amended, Armour waived, Santos with Crown Legacy, plus Kahlina nearing return, advancing DC game and more

Apr 28, 2023

The taboo argument in CMS boundary debate: ‘property values’

The taboo argument in CMS boundary debate: ‘property values’

Plus: Some are skeptical of new Eastland Mall proposal; Town hall meeting on hot south Charlotte issues; The Bulb brings fresh produce to areas in need across Charlotte; Panthers draft star QB

LockSimple

Apr 28, 2023

The city manager in the hot seat

The city manager in the hot seat

Since moving to Charlotte in 2016, Marcus Jones rarely has been in the spotlight. But CATS' troubles are putting him there.

Apr 27, 2023

Don’t count out N.C.’s smaller banks

Don’t count out N.C.’s smaller banks

Plus: Concert venue envisioned for Eastland; Readers sound off on CMS boundary plans; Charlotte companies load up on lobbyists; Auditor plans re-election campaign after hit-and-run

LockSimple

Apr 26, 2023

Ways of Life: In a floppy hat, she followed her passions

Ways of Life: In a floppy hat, she followed her passions

Also remembered: A longtime Spanish teacher in CMS and at Charlotte Country Day; the owner of an office supply and furniture store; the owner of Anne’s Nursery

LockSimple

Apr 25, 2023

What is Blue Cross Blue Shield NC up to?

What is Blue Cross Blue Shield NC up to?

Insurance commissioner blasts plans that he says could raise premiums

Apr 25, 2023

LAST CALL: The Ledger's '80s party is Thursday

LAST CALL: The Ledger's '80s party is Thursday

Time is running out to get in on this fun and definitely not stuffy celebration

Apr 24, 2023

A launch pad for special talent

A launch pad for special talent

Plus: Nearly 400 county retirees to lose dependent-care subsidies; What's up with medical offices?; National press remembers Leon Levine; Bed Bath & Beyond bankruptcy; Anti-bat tips

Apr 24, 2023

Changes are cropping up at the farmers market

Changes are cropping up at the farmers market

Plus — the news of the week: New CMS student assignment maps, CATS blame game escalates, legislature plans for restrictions on abortion and trans athletes, bats at Ardrey Kell

Apr 22, 2023

Is Charlotte FC headed for a goalkeeper controversy?

Is Charlotte FC headed for a goalkeeper controversy?

Plus U.S. Men's National team coming to town for Gold Cup; Beer showers gone wrong; Previewing Saturday night's home game against Columbus Crew

Apr 21, 2023

5 key hotspots in the new CMS boundary maps

5 key hotspots in the new CMS boundary maps

Plus: CMPD cites Gold Club manager after illicit beer run; Big Piper Glen development plans likely to be scaled back; CATS CEO breaks silence; Final N.C. Sears closes; Wray Ward layoffs

LockSimple

Apr 21, 2023

Four questions CATS must answer to get back on track

Four questions CATS must answer to get back on track

After a series of revelations, the city faces decisions on leadership, restoring trust, setting priorities — and the fate of its vision for transit

Apr 20, 2023

Load more

The Charlotte Ledger

Local news and insights for Charlotte, N.C.