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WSOC Charlotte

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Gaston County WWII veterans recall plan to invade Japan before the atomic bomb

Two Gaston County men say they were drafted as teenagers in World War II, as the U.S. made plans to invade Japan.

Gaston County, NC · 1d

WSOC Charlotte

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City council to review settlement in 2020 excessive force lawsuit

Charlotte City Council will review the settlement in a use of force lawsuit on controversial police tactics on Nov. 16, according to an attorney for protestors.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

Charlotte Observer

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They flipped NC seats in 2026. Now, here's what Charlotte area's Democrats promised

Democrats will enter 2027 with a North Carolina House majority for the first time in 16 years, a narrower GOP edge in the state Senate and two flipped U.S. House seats that extend into the Charlotte region. Here are scannable highlights of stated priorities from the Democrats who won competitive Charlotte-area races and responded to candidate questionnaires from The Charlotte Observer and News & Observer . Candidates answered questions about their priorities, a property tax cap on the ballot, data centers, oversight of the president and other issues. Ken McCool — NC House District 105 (Mecklenburg) McCool, a former Matthews town commissioner, ousted Rep. Tricia Cotham 57.1% to 42.9% — a double-digit margin in a district Dave’s Redistricting rates 51.26% Republican. Top priority: Affordability, framed through energy costs. He wants to “hold Duke Energy accountable” and make it easier for teachers, first responders and small business owners to live in the district where they work. Where he’ll break with his party: McCool opposed the PAVE Act, which many Democrats supported. His objection: it eliminated the possibility of the Silver Line extension into Matthews and raised a local sales tax. Property tax cap amendment: Skeptical. He says the revenue streams that

Charlotte, NC · 2d

charlottenewsvt.org

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Charlotte moves toward hybrid meeting for town choices

The selectboard reviewed a final hybrid town meeting charter at its Monday, Nov. 9, meeting. The draft included slight changes after the selectboard’s recent debate over whether reserve funds should be public questions. The final document asserts that all public questions, and any article warned by a petition signed...

Charlotte, NC · 19h
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WBTV

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Charlotte-area driver’s ed company sued over ‘unfair and deceptive’ practices

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A Charlotte-based driving instructor is being sued over alleged “unfair and deceptive” business practices. North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson filed the suit against Courtney Brazil and NC Virtual Drivers Ed, LLC on Nov. 10. In the suit, Jackson alleged Brazil’s company engaged in...

Charlotte, NC · 15h

WBTAM/WBTFM

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EXCLUSIVE: Rep. David Willis Discusses CMS Breakup and Recall School Board Election

A major shakeup could be coming to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools as North Carolina State Representative David Willis tells WBT News Radio in an exclusive interview that he is preparing legislation that would break up the state’s second-largest school district and trigger recall elections for its current school board members. Willis, who is Chairman of the Education […]

Charlotte, NC · 15h

ourstate.com

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Our State Book Club Presents: Joy Callaway

The New York Times best-selling author and North Carolina native Wiley Cash as he highlights great writers across the state and their work each month. Listen in on conversations between Cash and his author friends as they discuss how North Carolina inspires them on the Our State Book Club podcast.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

Charlotte Observer

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Charlotte bans street vendors, with one exception. Here's the fine they'll face

Street vending is now prohibited within Charlotte city limits except for designated areas that require permits. The City Council voted 8-1 Monday to extend existing restrictions in NoDa and uptown to include all streets and sidewalks across Charlotte. Unpermitted vending can result in a $500 civil citation. The council voted against making it a crime. The council’s vote created a process for setting up and operating designated vending marketplaces. These will be the only locations where street vending is allowed, and vendors must apply for a permit to participate. Right now, Charlotte Center City Partners runs the only active marketplace program along Tryon Street in uptown . That means street vending won’t be allowed outside of uptown unless the city or a nonprofit partner decide to establish another marketplace. Deputy City Manager Shawn Heath said the city doesn’t have the resources to administer a marketplace itself, which would require workers devoted to receiving and reviewing applications. Another organization would have to step up, but Heath said there’s been a “lukewarm” reception from community partners. Center City Partners did express interest in starting a similar program in South End, however. The council wrestled with the street vending issue for well over

Charlotte, NC · 2d

Queen City News

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Gaston County EMS rescues hard-to-reach patient with UTVs

Gaston County EMS responded to a call Wednesday for a patient in an area that was difficult to access, and unable to be reached by ambulance.

Gaston County, NC · 6d

Queen City News

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NC lawmaker proposes breaking up Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools: report

CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A Republican state lawmaker from Union County is planning to introduce legislation that would break up Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools into smaller districts and force new school board elections, according to a report from WBT Radio. N.C. Rep. David Willis, who is chair of the Education Committee, is reportedly expected to introduce […]

Charlotte, NC · 1d

rowancountyweather.com

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From 82 Degrees to Snow: A Look Back at Veterans Day Weather in North Carolina

Veterans Day is a time to pause, reflect, and honor the men and women who have served our country. It also falls during one of North Carolina's most unpredictable weather months, when conditions can range from springlike warmth to freezing temperatures and even an occasional early-season snowfall. As we observe...

North Carolina · 1d

The Post and Courier

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Opening chapter: Fort Mill businesswoman opens town's first bookstore

FORT MILL — Downtown Fort Mill is home to a mix of places to grab a bite to eat or find a gift for a friend. Lauren Randar decided it was time to turn the page and add a bookstore to the town’s growing list of offerings. She’s already local business owner, with her graphic design company, Tied & Two, operating there for six years. When an attorney’s office just off Main Street became available earlier in 2026, Randar moved the company there, but also saw an opportunity for a storefront business that Fort Mill has never had before. “I've always wanted to own a bookshop,” said Randar, 35, owner ...

Fort Mill, SC · 1d

WFAE

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Charlotte data center could get backup power from 242 diesel generators

Charlotte has a moratorium on new data centers, but it doesn’t apply to some huge projects that are already underway. A proposed Mecklenburg County air quality permit would allow Digital Realty to run 242 diesel-powered generators to power its hyperscale data center on Moores Chapel Road during blackouts. The...

Charlotte, NC · 1d

Queen City News

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Weddington graduate bound for West Point nearly missed diploma after course credit dispute

WEDDINGTON, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A Weddington High School graduate who earned an appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point says he nearly missed graduation after learning a dual-enrollment English course he had taken would not satisfy a high school graduation requirement. Thomas LoMonaco, now a West Point cadet, said he […]

Weddington, NC · 1d

WSOC Charlotte

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Lawmaker plans bill to break up Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, board member says

A North Carolina lawmaker plans to introduce a bill to split Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools into multiple separate districts as state legislators prepare to return to Raleigh.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

hoodline.com

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Diesel Spill Turns Charlotte Creek Red Near Atrium Health Mercy Hospital

A creek running through Charlotte's Elizabeth neighborhood turned red after roughly 2,000 gallons of diesel fuel spilled from an aboveground storage tank at Atrium Health Mercy hospital, with an estimated 800 gallons making it into a nearby waterway. Cleanup crews have been working the site along North Laurel Avenue, deploying booms and vacuum equipment to pull the fuel out of the water.

Charlotte, NC · 2d

islands.com

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Forget North Carolina, Retire To This Virginia Border Oasis With Affordable Living, Parks, And River Fun

North Carolinians often joke about New Yorkers relocating to the state en masse for retirement, but there's a reason the state appeals to so many retirees. You can put down roots near the coast, spending each day taking long beach walks, settle down in a cozy cabin in the mountains, or select a place somewhere in the middle to spend your golden years. But there's another option just across the border that you might not have thought about: Mecklenburg County, Virginia.

Mecklenburg County, VA · 6d

WFAE.org

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Why I Served: Michael Krueger

Michael Krueger served in the Air Force for 21 years as a command-and-control officer, also known as an air battle manager, in Korea, Italy and the U.S. Krueger encourages anyone interested in military service to pursue it as long as they have the right mindset, saying “It's not a good fit for everybody. You have to be adaptive. You have to understand that you're part of a larger organization and it can't be all about you.”

Charlotte, NC · 1d

WNCT

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NCDOT crews to begin installing water line near Greenville road

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — The North Carolina Department of Transportation said they will close a section of Fifth St. near Memorial Drive starting on November 14 to install a water line. Officials said crews will start at 5am and close a portion of West Fifth St. near the intersection with Memorial Drive, and weather […]

Charlotte, NC · 2d