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WSOC Charlotte

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Blue Line adjustments begin in South End for new light rail station construction

The Charlotte Area Transit System is beginning scheduled single-tracking operations and Rail Trail detours along the Blue Line in South End starting Monday.

Charlotte, NC · 6d

The Center Square

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Diesel, gasoline prices are lowest in North Carolina

(The Center Square) – Lowest average prices for a gallon of diesel fuel or regular unleaded gasoline are 19 and 16 cents better, respectively, in North Carolina than any other state in the nation, according to an update Monday from AAA. Motorists from Murphy to Manteo are benefitting from the Republican-majority General Assembly chambers suspending the 41 cents per gallon fuel tax on each through the end of November. The seven-week pause carries an estimated cost of $362.3 million, according to Rockingham County 13th term Sen. Phil Berger Jr. The loss of revenue for money used to help maintain highways through the state Department of Transportation’s Highway Fund and the Highway Trust Fund is being subsidized by the state’s Stabilization and Inflation Reserve account. Berger said the account to draw from has a balance of about $518 million available. First-term Republican state Treasurer Brad Briner, in published reports, said $11 billion in reserves means the amount would not negatively impact the state’s top-level credit rating. If not extended, the fuel taxes return Dec. 1. North Carolina’s average on Monday, according to AAA, for a gallon of diesel is $5.49 and a for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $3.38.

North Carolina · 6d

nsjonline.com

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$550M announced for S-Line Rail Project

Construction is progressing on the S-Line rail project in North Carolina, with $550 million in federal-state partnership funding announced for the project’s development. Once completed, the railway will connect Raleigh to Richmond, Virginia. “Living in the number one state that people from other states are moving to, North Carolinians...

Raleigh, NC · 8d
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thecentersquare.com

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Diesel, gasoline prices are lowest in North Carolina

(The Center Square) – Lowest average prices for a gallon of diesel fuel or regular unleaded gasoline are 19 and 16 cents better, respectively, in North Carolina than any other state in the nation, according to an update Monday from AAA. Motorists from Murphy to Manteo are benefitting from...

North Carolina · 6d
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CATS fare ambassadors start on Blue Line to help curb fare evasion on light rail

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte Area Transit System started its Fare Ambassadors Program on the light rail Friday. It is its newest attempt at curbing fare evasion. This issue came to the light after DeCarlos Brown Jr. was arrested last year for the murder of Iryna Zarutska. He didn't have a ticket at the time.

Charlotte, NC · 8d

Charlotte Observer

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Charlotte says transit tax will spark job influx. It's got a plan for them

Charlotte is launching a free course to prepare small businesses for what the city says will be a massive influx of construction-related jobs anticipated across the region. The Skilled to Build initiative aims to keep jobs and dollars local by training companies on everything they need to know to compete for large contracts. The first cohort will launch in 2027. “When small businesses are successful, Charlotte’s economy is successful,” said Alban Burney, the Skilled to Build program manager. Mecklenburg County voters approved a 1% sales tax increase last year to support road and transit improvements. The tax went into effect July 1 and will generate an estimated $19.4 billion over several decades to fund the transportation projects. A city report earlier this year found demand will exceed local labor capacity by 2030. And if current market conditions persist, local businesses could only build about half of those projects when construction demand peaks around 2040. Skilled to Build will try to bridge those gaps by ensuring entrepreneurs are aware of the upcoming opportunities and are prepared once they arrive, Burney said. How will Skilled to Build work? The city hired a local vendor to design a small business readiness curriculum that

Charlotte, NC · 9d

country1037fm.com

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CATS Lays Out Plans and Timeline for Huntersville Stations, Line Name Change

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) may rename the Red Line after completing the commuter rail line through north Mecklenburg County. Queen City News reported that CATS updated the Huntersville Board of Commissioners during the week of Oct. 19 on the long-anticipated Red Line. The Red Line is envisioned as a 24-mile, 11-station commuter rail corridor in north Mecklenburg County, running from Uptown Charlotte to Davidson, with long-range plans to reach Mount Mourne.

Charlotte, NC · 10d

828newsnow.com

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I-26 Connector Project lane, ramp closures planned for week of Nov. 2-6

The North Carolina Department of Transportation reported on Oct. 30 that crews will be continuing construction for the Interstate 26 Connector Project for the week of Nov. 2-6. Below are the plans for next week:. Monday, Nov. 2 – Wednesday, Nov. 4. Patton Avenue frontage road: The right lane...

North Carolina · 8d

WBTV

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Charlotte Blue Line customers will experience single-tracking starting next week

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - People who ride the Charlotte Area Transit System Blue Line will be experiencing periods of single-tracking starting next week as system upgrades continue. There will also be detours on the rail trail near the Blue Line. On Monday, Nov. 2, the Charlotte Area Transit System will...

Charlotte, NC · 8d

WCNC

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NC gas stations face questions after hundreds of complaints over prices

North Carolina · 9d

Queen City News

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I-77 North reopened after tractor-trailer crash in south Charlotte

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A section of Interstate 77 was shut down Thursday night in south Charlotte after a crash involving a tractor-trailer.  The crash occurred on I-77 North just beyond Tyvola Road (Exit 5). All northbound lanes were closed, but have since reopened. One person was taken from the crash to a […]

Charlotte, NC · 9d

WLOS.com

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Nearly $36M awarded for future rail service in western North Carolina: NCDOT

RALEIGH, N.C. (WLOS) — Nearly $36 million is headed to North Carolina as the state works to improve rail safety and lay the groundwork for restoring passenger rail service to western North Carolina. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) announced Friday that it was awarded $35.8 million from...

North Carolina · 8d

WBTV

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Fare ambassador program to begin this week for Charlotte Area Transit System riders

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Charlotte Area Transit System riders will be greeted with 60 new smiling faces starting on Friday. On Friday, Oct. 30, the fare ambassador program for the Charlotte Area Transit System officially kicks off. The program is to help crack down on people riding the light rail for free.

Charlotte, NC · 9d

theweeklydriver.com

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What Drivers Should Do Immediately After a Car Accident

A car accident can happen in seconds, leaving drivers uncertain about what to do next. Even a minor collision can lead to injuries, vehicle damage, insurance complications, and unexpected expenses. Knowing how to respond can help protect everyone involved and make the process of handling the incident less stressful. For drivers dealing with serious injuries, disputed responsibility, or complicated insurance claims, consulting a Charlotte car accident lawyer may also help them understand their legal options.

North Carolina · 10d

Raleigh News & Observer

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King tides, frat search, Waymo update: Your N&O headlines today

From coastal flooding and a fraternity police search to a major state park expansion and the future of self-driving taxis in North Carolina, here’s what News & Observer readers need to know on Oct. 30. King tides swamp the coast. North Carolina’s Outer Banks and Crystal Coast saw roads wash over this week as king tides — driven by the full moon’s gravitational pull — peaked Monday through Thursday. Officials say the flooding is a reminder of the region’s growing vulnerability to sea level rise, which is projected to climb one foot by 2050. Read more: King tides flood NC’s coastal roads, signaling dangers of sea level rise Police search Sigma Nu house. NC State campus police executed a search warrant Friday at the Sigma Nu fraternity house as part of a criminal hazing investigation. The university received an anonymous report this month alleging that “an unspecified fraternity” was hazing members with date rape drugs. Sigma Nu is currently suspended from campus. Read more: NC State’s Sigma Nu frat house searched by police amid hazing investigation State park is now NC’s second largest. Lumber River State Park in Robeson County is now North Carolina’s second-largest state park after the state

North Carolina · 8d

WECT

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Drivers to face lane closures for bridge work on N.C. 53

North Carolina · 9d

WSOC Charlotte

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Vintage railcar rides, new bar coming to NoDa

The Magenta Train officially arrives in Charlotte this March, offering vintage railcar rides, themed excursions, and its bar concept, Engine Room 87.

Charlotte, NC · 11d

rtands.com

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NCDOT Awards $40MM Contract for Rogers Road Bridge Project

North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) awarded $40 million to Blythe Construction inc. of Charlotte for the Rogers Road Bridge Project. The project will build a bridge over CSX tracks to replace an at-grade rail crossing. According to the NCDOT, the Rogers Road Grade Separation project includes widening, grading, drainage,...

North Carolina · 9d

Country Herald

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North Carolina Winter 2026-27 Weather Awareness: 5 Car Snow Risks

From Charlotte to Raleigh and Asheville, five vehicle problems could leave drivers stranded.

North Carolina · 9d