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RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina drivers are getting ready for a major change in the way they carry identification. Mobile driver’s licenses and state ID cards are expected to launch by the end of 2026, giving residents the option to keep a secure digital version of their credentials on their smartphones. (https://www.wbtv.com) The mobile ID […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — There may be new hope for one of Charlotte’s most important pieces of Black history. Plans to bring the historic Excelsior Club back to life have taken another step forward as developers seek rezoning approval for a proposed $7.8 million redevelopment of the longtime west Charlotte landmark. (Facebook) The redevelopment group is […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden is calling on the community to take a bigger role in addressing mental health challenges, particularly among people who repeatedly cycle through the criminal justice system. McFadden says too many people with mental health needs leave jail without the support necessary to continue treatment. He described a […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Some of Uptown Charlotte’s late-night food vendors are pushing back against new restrictions that are changing how long they can serve customers after midnight. Food truck and cart operators say the new midnight cutoff is hitting their businesses hard because some of their busiest customers don’t arrive until the late-night hours. Vendors […]
CMS Superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill returned to the public spotlight Tuesday, as students prepare to begin another school year. But questions about her recent suspension quickly became a central focus of the back-to-school press gathering. Hill, who recently returned to her position following nearly eight weeks of paid leave and an investigation into administrative and […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As more people move to the Charlotte area looking to build new friendships, relationships and connections, local law enforcement is reminding residents to put safety first — especially when meeting someone for the first time through a dating app or online. A community police officer is encouraging people to slow down and […]
The last time a WBT reporter rode the light rail, security was scarce. No one checked tickets, and a man with an open bottle of alcohol got on the train without paying. Asked why he said he was on the train, he said he was “going to donate plasma to get some money.” After the […]
Megan Thee Stallion is taking her independent era to another level. The Houston superstar announced that her Hot Girl Productions imprint has entered a new distribution partnership with Interscope Records, while emphasizing that she will continue to own her masters and publishing and maintain her independence as an artist. RELATED: Michael Jackson’s Contract Helped Make […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Things got heated at Carolina Panthers training camp this week when quarterback Bryce Young was reportedly involved in a mid-practice confrontation with members of the defense. According to reports, Young took exception to a play involving safety Lathan Ransom and running back Jonathon Brooks. What started as a disagreement quickly escalated into […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is moving forward with Dr. Crystal Hill back in the superintendent’s seat after the Board of Education voted Tuesday to end her paid leave following a weeks-long investigation. Hill had been on leave since mid-June while an independent review examined concerns involving district administration, leadership and operational oversight. The school […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Basketball is once again bringing young people together for a bigger purpose as the Grant Williams Family Foundation hosts its fourth annual basketball camp, continuing the foundation’s commitment to mentorship, education and opportunity. The foundation, established around creating opportunities for the next generation, uses basketball as a way to connect with young […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A controversy is unfolding around the Miss North Carolina USA title after Brittany Boltinhouse was stripped of her crown just weeks after winning it. Boltinhouse is now speaking out, claiming her title was taken away because of her political views and beliefs as a conservative Christian woman. In a recent interview, she […]