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Charlotte’s real estate community is marking a fundraising milestone aimed at helping people experiencing homelessness. The Homeowners Impact Fund, a nonprofit created to unite local realtors around charitable giving, has raised $200,000 after reworking its fundraising strategy, according to WCNC. The support comes as nonprofits such as Roof Above face growing uncertainty tied to potential […]
New Year’s Eve arrives Wednesday, marking the final hours of 2025 as people prepare to welcome the new year with celebrations around the world. Cities are planning fireworks, concerts and public countdowns, while many families and friends will gather for smaller parties at home. Restaurants and entertainment venues are hosting special events, and travelers are […]
Local hospitals are tightening visitor policies to reduce the spread of contagious respiratory illnesses among vulnerable patients. Novant Health, Iredell Memorial Hospital and Catawba Valley Health began restrictions Tuesday, Dec. 30. According to WCNC, Novant Health is limiting visits by children under 13, with exceptions for special circumstances such as visiting a newborn sibling or […]
The father of NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin died following a house fire in Gaston County, authorities said Monday. According to WCNC, the fire broke out around 6 p.m. Sunday at a home on Blacksnake Road near Stanley, about 30 miles northwest of Charlotte. Officials said both residents escaped but suffered severe injuries. Dennis Hamlin, 75, […]
The first Black-owned children’s bookstore, Liberation Station, has reopened in Raleigh, North Carolina Monday, Dec. 29, after online threats forced it to close earlier this year. The bookstore has relocated to 430 Hill Street in Southeast Raleigh. The owner, Victoria Scott-Miller, a former educator, said that her two young boys were the motivation behind her […]
Charlotte’s once-booming restaurant scene cooled in 2025 as growth was matched by widespread closures. While more than 200 new food and drink spots opened or were announced, over 60 restaurants shut down, squeezed by rising food, rent and labor costs and fierce competition fueled by Michelin and James Beard buzz. Per The Charlotte Observer, one […]
Nearly 85,000 South Carolina residents were affected by a data breach involving Marquis Software Solutions Inc., according to a filing with the state Department of Consumer Affairs. The company, which provides digital and physical marketing and compliance services to more than 700 banks nationwide, reported identifying suspicious network activity Aug. 14. According to WBTV, an […]
The Panthers missed a chance to clinch an NFC South title at home, falling to Seattle after Tampa Bay’s loss earlier Sunday opened the door to the playoffs. Carolina (8-8) could have sealed the division but instead must beat the Buccaneers next weekend to end a seven-year playoff drought. According to WBTV, Bryce Young struggled, […]
Ringing in the New Year in Charlotte offers options for nearly every taste. Uptown hosts public celebrations with live music, fireworks and late-night dining. Many restaurants and breweries feature ticketed New Year’s Eve parties with tasting menus, champagne toasts and DJs. Families can opt for early countdowns at museums and entertainment venues across the city. […]
Temperatures in the Charlotte area fell sharply Friday after a record-warm Christmas, with highs dropping 20 degrees or more from the previous day. According to WCCB, the cooler air may be brief, as forecasters expect another warmup Saturday if clouds clear, with highs possibly reaching the low 70s. Some areas could stay cooler longer if […]
Two Mint Hill police officers are recovering after a deadly shooting Friday morning during what authorities said began as a custody exchange. Police said the exchange escalated in the parking lot of a busy shopping center along Matthews-Mint Hill Road when a man pulled a gun on officers, triggering a shootout. The suspect was killed, […]
LaMelo Ball scored 22 points and pulled down seven rebounds as the Charlotte Hornets defeated the Orlando Magic 120-105 on Friday night. Charlotte overcame the first-half loss of rookie forward Kon Knueppel, who left with a right ankle injury. Miles Bridges added 16 points and 11 rebounds, while Moussa Diabate finished with 10 points and […]