Charlotte
The Carolina Panthers plan to keep Bryce Young as their starting quarterback for at least one more season. General manager Dan Morgan said Tuesday, Jan. 13, that the team intends to exercise Young’s fifth-year contract option. According to WBTV, the move follows a breakout season in which Young helped lead Carolina to its first NFC […]
Beginning next school year, full-time Fort Mill School District employees will be allowed to enroll their children in district schools regardless of residency. According to The Herald, the school board unanimously approved the policy change Tuesday. The update permits employees living in nearby communities such as Charlotte or Rock Hill to enroll new students, but […]
A group of Buddhist monks is walking from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington as part of their “Walk for Peace,” with an expected arrival in Charlotte on Jan. 15. The monks have been on the road since Oct. 26 and are scheduled to reach their destination on Feb. 11. The walk aims to highlight Buddhism’s […]
A former Charlotte businessman was sentenced to six years in prison for orchestrating a Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors out of roughly $6 million. Wynn A.D. Charlebois ran the scheme from 2015 to 2022, authorities said. In addition to prison time, Charlebois was ordered to pay more than $5.7 million in restitution to the victims, […]
The Weddington Road exit on Interstate 485 is set to open Friday, according to the North Carolina Department of Transportation. Starting Friday morning, Jan. 9, drivers will be able to access the new Exit 54 interchange in Matthews, located between Providence Road and East John Street. According to Queen City News, the exit is part […]
Capital One plans to open a new airport lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, adding to its growing portfolio of premium travel spaces. The 14,000-square-foot lounge will be located on the mezzanine level of Concourse A, near gates 21–29, airport officials said Thursday. According to The Charlotte Observer, the space is expected to offer views […]
Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden on Tuesday dismissed allegations against him as false and politically driven, stating that he is open to an investigation by the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). During a press conference at the Valerie C. Woodard Community Resource Center, McFadden referred to a court petition filed against him as a “smear […]
Johnson C. Smith University staged a thrilling comeback to defeat rival Livingstone College 26-21 in the latest Commemorative Classic, securing its first trip to the CIAA Championship in more than 50 years. The win gives the Golden Bulls a 9-1 record, the most victories in a single season in program history. The victory also served as redemption after Livingstone derailed JCSU’s championship hopes last […]
Radio One Charlotte has introduced a new community initiative called the Help Hub, an online source designed to connect local residents with essential resources and support services. The launch comes as SNAP benefits continue to expire, leaving many families searching for food assistance and other aid. The Help Hub will act as a central space where individuals can easily […]
Across the country, thousands of families are feeling the crushing weight of food insecurity as pandemic-era food benefits expire. For many, the extra assistance provided through programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) was not just helpful—it was essential. These benefits helped working parents keep food on the table, ensured children had enough to […]
Authorities are investigating after a fight broke out during dismissal at West Charlotte High School on Friday, leading to a viral video showing a CMPD officer slamming a student to the ground. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools confirmed it is aware of the video and said both the district and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are reviewing the incident. The fight began around 2:15 p.m. in the school’s […]
The City of Charlotte has selected Estella Patterson as the next Chief of Police for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD), the department announced Friday. City Manager Marcus Jones said Patterson’s appointment followed a thorough search and feedback from both officers and community members. Patterson, who most recently served as Raleigh’s police chief, will officially take over the role on December […]