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North Carolina lawmakers are discussing legislation that would impose new requirements on data center developers. The move follows recent local opposition to proposed projects in the Charlotte area.
Raki McGregor, chair of the Black Political Caucus transportation committee, expressed frustration that Charlotte City Council members have voiced...
The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization rescinded support for the $3 billion I-77 widening project in a surprise supermajority...
Community advocates and survivors are pressing Charlotte to restore $400,000 in funding to Safe Alliance after the nonprofit was excluded from the...
NCDOT Secretary Daniel Johnson warned Mayor Vi Lyles that the toll lanes project could lose $600 million in state funding if a regional planning group...
Charlotte Water begins Mandatory Water Restrictions Friday due to dry conditions, aligning with regional partners. Charlotte Fire also issued a burn...
Cyber criminals are increasingly impersonating government agencies to steal personal data or demand false payments. Officials will never request...
An air quality alert issued by the NWS Raleigh is in effect for the Piedmont region until 1 a.m. Thursday. Stay aware if you're in affected areas like Forsyth and Guilford counties.
Governor Josh Stein visited Mecklenburg County this week to tour Hope Haven with county and public health leaders, spotlighting opioid settlement funding and a drop in overdose deaths. The stop underscores local progress on substance use recovery.
Mecklenburg County commissioners are weighing whether to take a stance on controversial data centers as debate intensifies locally.
A 19-year-old was arrested Saturday for a fatal March shooting at a north Charlotte pool party.
Mecklenburg County rolled out key updates this week that affect residents across the area.
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles is stepping down June 30 to spend more time with family, ending her term early.
Charlotte is tapping university students to create buildable, affordable homes that could stay in local neighborhoods as permanent housing.
This guide highlights 10 indoor spots around Charlotte ideal for keeping kids entertained on rainy days. A timely resource for local families seeking easy, weather-proof activities.
Memorial Day weekend delivers big entertainment across Charlotte and nearby areas.