Multiple North Carolina lawmakers slammed city police for their handling of the June 2 clash in uptown Charlotte, which followed George Floyd’s killing.
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Charlotte Pride ‘Tearing Down Bridges’ By Banning Police, Mecklenburg Sheriff Says
Charlotte Pride is “tearing down bridges” by banning police at Pride events in solidarity with Black Lives Matter, Mecklenburg County’s sheriff says.
‘The Right Thing’: Charlotte Mayor, Charlotte Motor Speedway Back NASCAR’s Ban of Confederate Flag
The Confederate flag will no longer fly at NASCAR races. And Charlotte Motor Speedway and Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles applauded the decision.
State Senator: Charlotte Police At Fault in Clash With Protesters
Sen. Jeff Jackson, whose district includes Charlotte, finds fault with city police after officers appeared to fire tear gas at cornered protesters.
IN PHOTOS: 16 Artists, 1 Statement. ‘Black Lives Matter’ Mural Comes to Charlotte
In partnership with Charlotte city leaders, 16 artists painted the sprawling ‘Black Lives Matter’ mural uptown, crafting a theme for each letter.
Roundup: After Police Clash With Demonstrators, Charlotte Cuts Tear Gas Funding
Charlotte votes on police tear gas funding. Plus: Bar bill veto to get override vote. And Gov. Cooper orders Alamance County racetrack closed.
Charlotte Councilman Wants ‘Chemical Weapons’ Ban After Viral Teargas Video
Charlotte City Council to talk police funding after video appears to show officers deploying tear gas on cornered protesters.
PHOTOS: After George Floyd’s Death, A Day of Pain and Protest Turns Violent in Charlotte
As police clashed with demonstrators in Charlotte, Cardinal & Pine contributor Grant Baldwin captured it all.
Protests Over Police Killings Rage in Raleigh, Charlotte, and Dozens of U.S. Cities
Demonstrations over the death of George Floyd turned violent in some cities, including in Raleigh and Charlotte, after altercations with police.
PHOTOS: How Charlotte Is Uniting to Fight the Coronavirus Outbreak
Here’s what life looks like in North Carolina’s largest city in the midst of a pandemic.
An Ironclad Contract May Force Charlotte to Hold RNC Despite Coronavirus
Health officials announced the first two presumptive positive cases of the virus in Mecklenburg County on Thursday.
Charlotte’s Affordable Housing Shortage Is So Bad That 1,000 People Waited in Line for 129 Apartments
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Housing Partnership issued an apology for falling “short in the planning and execution of the event.”
Where to find these 8 viral foods in North Carolina
Take a bite of these viral foods in North Carolina that are taking over our social media pages.
The biggest celebrities who vacation in North Carolina
From actors and rock stars to presidents and British royalty, discover the biggest celebrities who have visited North Carolina on vacation.
Video: Crisis pregnancy centers in NC present themselves as medical offices. They’re usually anything but.
An NC woman thought she was getting medical help in a Charlotte “crisis pregnancy center.” Instead, she found it to be a faith-based office that was attempting to convince her not to get an abortion.
Why Trump, Republicans’ bail reforms might actually make women less safe
As Trump and Republicans push to reform America’s bail system, a look at how recent reforms, including safety risk assessments when considering pretrial release, can benefit women on multiple levels.
In new carbon plan, Duke Energy gambles on coal
Duke Energy, North Carolina’s largest utility, cites the Trump administration’s rollback of air pollution regulations and increases in power demand as factors for betting on coal.
The victims of the Southport, North Carolina mass shooting have been identified
According to a news release from the city of Southport, Soloman Banjo, 36, of Charlottesville, Virginia; Joy Rogers, 64, of Southport, and Michael Durbin, 56, of Galena, Ohio, were all killed in the Sept. 27 mass shooting in North Carolina.
11 best North Carolina farms for picking your own pumpkins
From jack-o’-lanterns for carving to Sugar Pie for baking, you can find the perfect pumpkin for your needs at these North Carolina u-pick farms.
I visited western NC for the first time since Helene. Here are 10 things to do now that it’s reopening
Some parts of western NC are open and ready for business, a year after Helene devastated the area. Start planning your weekend trip with these recommendations.
12 most haunted cemeteries in North Carolina
With spooky statues, ghostly figures, and inexplicable noises, these cemeteries in North Carolina give off eerie vibes sure to spook even the bravest visitors.
‘Housing is health care’: Trump’s Medicaid cuts could leave thousands of NC families homeless
Floodwaters, rats, and mold once threatened to derail a Haywood County family’s future—until Medicaid helped them find safe housing. Now advocates warn stories like theirs may disappear under Republicans’ “big beautiful bill.”
NC Republicans push bill that will increase homicides and suicides, gun safety experts say
The legislature returns on Monday and could vote to override Gov. Josh Stein’s veto of a bill that would make it far easier to carry a concealed weapon in public.
Where are the best places to live in North Carolina? See if your town made Niche’s list
A new list from Niche ranks the best places to live in North Carolina. Western NC was slighted, but the Triangle is well-represented. Check it out.
Oktoberfest, North Carolina-style: 19 German heritage celebrations across the state
Grab your dirndl or lederhosen and get ready for some German-style food and fun at these Oktoberfest events in North Carolina.
7 classic roadside diners in North Carolina that are worth a detour
Hearty, mouth-watering food and an authentic atmosphere make these classic diners in North Carolina worth visiting—no matter how far you have to drive.
‘Deeply flawed:’ Asheville is worst in North Carolina for bicyclist deaths per capita
From 2015 to 2024, Asheville ranked first in North Carolina per capita in fatal bicyclist crashes. Here’s a look at the big problem in this western NC city and the potential solutions.
Video: How much student debt are North Carolina students left with?
In the latest episode of Cardinal & Pine’s “Charlotte Costs,” we take a look at student debt’s impact on buying homes, starting families, or saving for the future in North Carolina.
Good News Friday: World-famous Dambo trolls to debut in North Carolina
This week’s Good News Friday features the internationally-traveled Thomas Dambo trolls, the return of the NC Apple Festival, and more.
‘They knew I wanted an abortion’: What she got instead at a ‘crisis pregnancy center’ in NC
North Carolina funnels millions into centers statewide that claim to offer unbiased care but often steer women away from abortion. A new bill aims to stop the deception.