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85% of homeowners face higher property taxes

85% of homeowners face higher property taxes

Plus: Wells Fargo CEO keeps his pay the same; CMS plans express buses for magnet students; Neighborhood alters fence to protect deer; Does radio broadcaster resemble new Panthers coach?

Jan 30, 2023

He pours his life's passions into his businesses

He pours his life's passions into his businesses

Plus: Top news of the week — Panthers hire first-ever QB as head coach — State auditor apologizes for hit-and-run — Catholic church pastor fights removal — Billy Packer remembered

Jan 28, 2023

An emotional moment that will shape a season

An emotional moment that will shape a season

Charlotte FC takes steps toward getting back on the field in a moving ceremony at Bank of America Stadium honoring Anton Walkes, the 25-year-old defender killed in boating accident

Jan 27, 2023

Today, this newsletter takes the easy way out

Today, this newsletter takes the easy way out

Original reported news? Meh, we’re writing an entire newsletter based on press releases.

Jan 27, 2023

Is Charlotte about to face a scooter apocalypse?

Is Charlotte about to face a scooter apocalypse?

Scooters face an uncertain future

Jan 26, 2023

Inside the jury room of the CMS trial

Inside the jury room of the CMS trial

Plus: 'Sizzle video' and start of OMB construction in Ballantyne; State auditor says hit-and-run was 'serious mistake'; Charlotte FC player remembered; How accurate is the airport's greeting?

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Jan 25, 2023

Ways of Life: A trumpeter who loved to teach

Ways of Life: A trumpeter who loved to teach

Also remembered: Founder of the McNinch House Restaurant; owner of a fine men's clothing store; a founding member of Olde Providence Racquet Club

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Jan 24, 2023

Taking reproductive care on the road

Taking reproductive care on the road

Plus: St. Matthew pastor appeals removal; American adds summer nonstop to London; Charlotte Water loses lawsuit from developers; Murdaugh murder trial to start in S.C.; Pro pickleball tour coming

Jan 23, 2023

BOOM, let there be art

BOOM, let there be art

Plus: Top news of the week — Myers Park High sexual assault case concludes — CMS rolls out 'Top 40' project list — Cotswold Chick-Fil-A rezoning gets green light — Charlotte FC player dies at 25

Jan 21, 2023

BREAKING: Jury sides with CMS on Myers Park case

BREAKING: Jury sides with CMS on Myers Park case

Weeklong trial ended late Friday after years of litigation

Jan 20, 2023

City dismissed from Myers Park High sexual assault lawsuit

City dismissed from Myers Park High sexual assault lawsuit

Plus: CMS releases shortened list of proposed school projects for the 2023 bond referendum; Tragic death of Charlotte FC player; Hiring freeze at Bank of America

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Jan 20, 2023

How Charlotte can salvage its transit sales tax

How Charlotte can salvage its transit sales tax

We don't have to choose between roads and transit. Just revise the timelines.

Jan 19, 2023

Notes on Day 2 of Myers Park High trial

Notes on Day 2 of Myers Park High trial

Jury hears from accuser's mom; 'Jane Doe' to testify this morning at 9:30; WBTV reporter's request shot down by judge; Sketch artist is almost too good

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Jan 19, 2023

Myers Park High sex assault trial: Lawyers offer 2 contrasting views

Myers Park High sex assault trial: Lawyers offer 2 contrasting views

Plus: Sully issues warnings on airline safety; Bank customers start to pull back; Groundbreaking at new med school; Ballantyne can weigh in on road widening; Cotswold Chick-fil-A rezoning approved

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Jan 18, 2023

Ways of Life: A woman unafraid to stand up for those she loved

Ways of Life: A woman unafraid to stand up for those she loved

Also remembered: A painter whose works were featured at the Festival in the Park; a coach with the Special Olympics; the former chief of staff at Presbyterian Hospital

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Jan 17, 2023

She's making Charlotte more sustainable

She's making Charlotte more sustainable

Plus: Top news of the week — CMS delays school boundary decision again — Costco scouts a new location in Indian Land — Charlotte's aviation museum gets a new name — RIP to the city's transit plan

Jan 14, 2023

Plans for Johnston Road widening could ban left turns from many cross streets

Plans for Johnston Road widening could ban left turns from many cross streets

Transportation officials say 'reduced conflict intersections' are designed to improve traffic flow; project still in early design phase

Jan 13, 2023

A property revaluation at the housing market’s peak?

A property revaluation at the housing market’s peak?

Plus: Aviation museum named for heroic pilot; NCDOT makes 'reduced conflict' plans for Johnston Road; Mellow Mushroom busted for buying wine from Harris Teeter; Readers weigh in on airport parking

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Jan 13, 2023

Let’s admit that the transit plan is dead

Let’s admit that the transit plan is dead

Plus: Understanding the issues behind a possible bus driver strike

Jan 12, 2023

The surprising surge of e-books at the library

The surprising surge of e-books at the library

Plus: General Assembly leaders preview legislative session; CMS pushes back decision on south Charlotte school boundaries; Optimism on Indian Land Costco; Wells Fargo downsizes mortgage business

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Jan 11, 2023

40 Over 40 nominations now open 🏆

40 Over 40 nominations now open 🏆

Help us find and celebrate people in our midst who are improving life in Charlotte — and who are aged 40+

Jan 10, 2023

Ways of Life: ASC chief worked to bring the arts to all

Ways of Life: ASC chief worked to bring the arts to all

Also remembered: An innovative gastroenterologist and community leader; a founder of financial planning firm Consolidated Planning Inc.; an educator, scholar and philanthropist

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Jan 10, 2023

UPDATE: CMS south Charlotte boundary decision to be delayed until spring

UPDATE: CMS south Charlotte boundary decision to be delayed until spring

Plans to build a new middle school in south Charlotte will be considered in the planning for the new high school boundaries, CMS officials say

Jan 10, 2023

Costco eyeing new location in Indian Land, S.C.

Costco eyeing new location in Indian Land, S.C.

Preliminary plans show the new warehouse club would be about 3 miles south of the state line on Lancaster Highway; project would include a 24-pump gas station and 799 parking spaces

Jan 9, 2023

She drives DoorDash, with mom riding shotgun

She drives DoorDash, with mom riding shotgun

Plus: Cotsco planned for Indian Land; New tech bank in South End?; Adult care facility headed to Blacklion spot; December's rezonings; Traffic deaths fall; CATS drivers authorize strike

Jan 9, 2023

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