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Union County Lawmaker Eyes Bill to Break Up Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

A Republican state lawmaker from Union County is planning to introduce legislation that would break Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools into smaller districts, according to a WBT Radio report cited by Queen City News. Rep. David Willis, who chairs the North Carolina House Education Committee, is reportedly expected to formally pitch the proposal once lawmakers return to Raleigh, with more details on his plans anticipated when the legislature reconvenes next week.

Union County, NC · 1d

WSOC Charlotte

Truist Championship tallies local impact

The Truist Championship generated $132.8 million in overall economic impact during its first year.

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Charlotte Observer

Locally-owned halal restaurant expands to East Charlotte. When does it open?

Halal Street Food will bring traditional Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes to a new area of Charlotte. The locally-owned restaurant is expanding (again) with a new location on Lemmond Farm Drive in East Charlotte, just off Albemarle Road. The grand opening is Thursday, Nov. 19. “New neighborhood. Same obsession-worthy flavor,” management teased in a recent Instagram post. Halal Street Food serves authentic halal favorites. Think: wood-fired kebabs, gyros, shawarma and chicken and lamb over rice. Falafel and salads are also on the menu, plus hummus and its popular white sauce. CharlotteFive reached out for more information on the new location Thursday, Nov. 12, and was awaiting a response. Drawing inspiration from their first restaurant in Michigan, husband and wife duo Khuram and Damaris Bashir launched Halal Street Cart in uptown Charlotte in 2016, CharlotteFive previously reported. The couple went on to open its first brick-and-mortar location in MoRa in 2021, then came a second at Camp North End’s Keswick District in 2023. THC drinks could soon be banned in NC. How will it affect Charlotte businesses? “Halal Street Food has always been about family and the way food brings us together,” Cristopher Collado, the Bashirs’ son and CEO of the

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West Charlotte Gets Mobile Opioid Treatment Van as Overdose Deaths Spike Among Black and Hispanic Residents

Hajee House Harm Reduction — Scheduled Mobile Treatment Stop. McLeod Centers for Wellbeing is rolling out its first mobile opioid treatment unit in West Charlotte next Monday, November 16, parking at Hajee House Harm Reduction at 2219 Dr. Webber Ave. The nonprofit says the van will carry naloxone and full Opioid Treatment Program services directly to patients who cannot get to its clinics, serving people regardless of their ability to pay or whether they have health insurance.

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Yardbarker

Former UVa prospect Moreno Fisher commits to Florida Gators

Moreno Fisher is a massive human. A 3-star offensive tackle from Charlotte, North Carolina, Fisher committed to Jon Sumrall and the Florida Gators on Thursday.

Gainesville, FL · 2d

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Immigrants in Mecklenburg County Contribute $2.6 Billion in Taxes in 2024

Immigrants in Mecklenburg County contributed $2.6 billion in taxes and held $7 billion in spending power in 2024, highlighting their vital role in the local economy, according to a new report. Mecklenburg County, NC, September 18, 2026 – A new report titled *Immigrants in Mecklenburg County*, released today by the...

Mecklenburg County, NC · 15h

WSOC Charlotte

Bank of America targets 2027 opening for two-story SouthPark center, with nearby branch to close

Bank of America Corp.⁠ has a permit, contractor, and target date for its new SouthPark⁠ branch.

FOX Sports

Charlotte plays Appalachian State following Tillery's 20-point game

LINE: 49ers -7.5; over/under is 129.5. BOTTOM LINE: Charlotte faces Appalachian State after Keyshuan Tillery scored 20 points in Charlotte's 68-62 loss to the Seton Hall Pirates. Charlotte went 17-17 overall with an 11-6 record at home during the 2025-26 season. The 49ers averaged 73.3 points per game while shooting...

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Another driver comes to WCCB with complaint about another local towing company

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Another Charlotte driver has come to WCCB with a complaint about a local towing company. We’ve been reporting on tow company issues across the area, as both local and state officials explore ways to better regulate the industry. This latest driver tells us his car was booted in the Atkins Circle Complex in Ballantyne after he entered the wrong tag number on a paid visitor permit.

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Johnson C. Smith heads back to CIAA championship with repeat in sight

Johnson C. Smith University is heading back to the CIAA Football Championship Game with a chance to repeat as champions.

WBTV

Mallard Creek blows past Pinecrest 37-0 in second round of NCHSAA 8A playoffs

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - For the second time in the last three seasons, Mallard Creek is on to the third round of the NCHSAA state playoffs. The Mavericks cruised to a 37-0 win over Pinecrest at home, their third win by 30 or more points this season and their second shutout win.

Charlotte, NC · 22h

WSOC Charlotte

Charlotte City Council to consider major development near airport

Charlotte is considering a major development near the airport, with plans calling for restaurants, hotels, office space and additional parking on 39 acres.

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Charlotte Observer

FAA taps AI to ease air traffic jams for Charlotte's airport ahead of holiday rush

A new artificial intelligence tool used by the Federal Aviation Administration is helping reduce delays and cancellations as Charlotte’s airport prepares for a busy holiday season. The system, called Strategic Management of Airspace, Routes and Trajectories ( SMART for short), combines real-time data on weather, air traffic and staffing to offer faster, safer routes, according to the U.S. Transportation Department. Human air traffic controllers still make the final decisions. Unveiled in September by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, the system launched in a limited capacity around Washington, D.C., before expanding in October to air route traffic control centers in Miami, Jacksonville, Fla., and Atlanta. Since then, SMART has assisted more than 180 flights carrying 24,000 passengers, saving an average of 10 minutes and nearly 80 gallons of fuel per flight. Duffy said the Trump administration is focused on modernizing air traffic control and cited the rollout in Charlotte, as a key example. He said the technology uses “Super Intelligence” to help controllers save travelers time. “SMART will slash frustrating delays, reduce stress on air traffic controllers and lower travel prices,” Duffy said. Robert Isom, CEO of American Airlines, which controls roughly 90% of flights at Charlotte Douglas International Airport ,

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Westcore Pays $80.2M for Charlotte-Area Warehouse

Westcore acquired a 755,000-square-foot Kannapolis warehouse from Trammell Crow, the developer of the project. Westcore paid $80.2 million for the industrial building, which houses one tenant, Momentec, a sports apparel business. Metro63 Logistics Center at 5700 Royce St. was delivered in late 2022. The Charlotte Business Journal reports that the...

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CMS Invites Families to Saturday Fair After Student Previews

Fifth- and eighth-graders already spent part of this week at the 2026 Endless Possibilities Fair. On Saturday, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is opening the same convention-center visit to their families. The district's official account, @charmeckschools, posted the invitation. on Nov. 12. Families are asked to join CMS this Saturday to explore programs,...

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Women's Basketball Prepares for Homecoming Against Clinton College

ROCK HILL, S.C. -- The Winthrop University women's basketball team gears up to take on Clinton College during Winthrop's homecoming on Saturday at 12:00 p.m. Winthrop took down Johnson C. Smith 84-57 on Tuesday night. The Eagles fell to Georgia 75-40 on Thursday in Athens, as the Bulldogs held a...

Rock Hill, SC · 1d

FOX Sports

Kopetzki's 22 lead Appalachian State over Charlotte 66-60

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Ben Kopetzki's 22 points helped Appalachian State defeat Charlotte 66-60 on Friday. Kopetzki also added seven rebounds for the Mountaineers (3-1). Eren Banks added 15 points, going 6 of 15 from the floor and 3 for 5 from the line, and hauled in six rebounds. Jaylen Colon had 15 points and finished 5 of 10 from 3-point range.

Boone, NC · 1d

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College Basketball Preview, Picks, and Best Bets for November 14

The college hoops season doesn’t stop for anything once it starts rolling. That includes the juggernaut that is college football. We get a college basketball slate of over 60 games and you know we have to bet these. We’ve found a few games that you’ll want to have alongside your college football plays for November 14th. Let’s dig into today’s college basketball picks.

Rock Hill, SC · 14h

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