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Swastika incidents at Charlotte private school, west Charlotte park spark outrage

Reports of swastikas appearing at a west Charlotte park and a separate controversy involving students at a prominent Charlotte private school are raising concerns about antisemitism and the impact hateful symbols can have on children and families. The incidents have prompted conversations about accountability, education and the responsibility schools and...

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Speed humps considered after 6-year-old killed on east Charlotte street

Charlotte transportation workers are beginning the process of determining whether speed humps could help slow drivers down on an East Charlotte street where a 6-year-old girl was killed.

Charlotte, NC · 4h

WSOC Charlotte

New court documents detail circumstances surrounding teen’s deadly shooting

New court documents are shedding light on the circumstances surrounding the deadly shooting of a 16-year-old found along Ragsdale Drive Sunday night.

Charlotte, NC · 2d

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Charlotte Marathon will impact dozens of roads around Uptown

The Charlotte Marathon gets underway Saturday, Nov. 14, in Uptown Charlotte, with a half marathon and 5K also on the schedule for runners of all levels.

Charlotte, NC · 11h

WFAE

Indian Land man pleads guilty in antisemitic vandalism at Charlotte Jewish complex

Woody is a Charlotte native who came to WFAE from the world of NASCAR where he was host of NASCAR Today for MRN Radio as well as a pit reporter, turn announcer and host of the NASCAR Live pre race show for Cup Series races. Before that, he was a news anchor at WBT radio in Charlotte, a traffic reporter, editor of The Charlotte Observer’s University City Magazine, News/Sports Director at WEGO-AM in Concord and a Swiss Army knife in local cable television. His first job after graduating from Appalachian State University was news reporter at The Daily Independent in Kannapolis. Along the way he’s covered everything from murder trials and a national political convention to high school sports and minor league baseball.

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Axios Charlotte

Weekender: 37 things to do in Charlotte this weekend

The Southern Christmas Show returns this week. And there's a list of other events you'll want to add to the calendar this weekend if you're not feeling festive just yet. Friday, Nov. 13 🎁 Take the family to The Southern Christmas Show at The Park Expo and Conference Center to shop from hundreds of vendors. | Prices vary | Runs through Nov. 22 | Details 🍽️ Check out Clue: Murder on the Menu at Blume Studios Stage 2. | $114.59+ | Runs through Dec. 6 | Details 🩰 See a student showcase of aerial dancing at Aerial CLT. | $22.13 | 7-9:30pm | Details 🎶 Vibe to René Marie live at Middle C Jazz. | $32-$45 | Showings through Saturday | Details 🧠 Test your knowledge of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" with trivia at The Suffolk Punch for a chance to win a prize. | Free | 7-9pm | Details 🏃 Compete in a 5K, 10K or half marathon at Whitewater Center after the sun sets. | $45-$85 | 5pm | Details 🛍️ Shop from VTGCLT's holiday pop-up shop with local and regional vendors across from the food stalls at Camp North End. | Free | Runs through

Charlotte, NC · 18h

WBTV

More than 300 people have died in Charlotte traffic incidents in 5 years

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - More than 300 people have died in traffic-related incidents in Charlotte over the past five years, and the city will hold a World Day of Remembrance on Sunday for grieving relatives. Families are still dealing with the loss as the city tries to make its streets...

Charlotte, NC · 4h

FOX Carolina

Chinese citizen accused of collecting $22K in western NC warrant scam; ICE detainer issued

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - A Chinese national was arrested and charged in connection with a scam targeting an older man, the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies said a family member reported the scam on Nov. 4. The victim had received a phone call from a man...

Rutherford County, NC · 11h

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Sprouts Farmers Market To Open First Charlotte-Suburb Store in Concord

Sprouts Farmers Market is growing again. The Charlotte Observer reported Tuesday, Nov. 10, that the company will open its fourth Charlotte-area store at Christenbury Corners, 8885 Christenbury Parkway, in Concord at 7 a.m. on Nov. 13. The 24,110-square-foot location will be its first in a Charlotte suburb. Designed around an...

Charlotte, NC · 11h

WSOC Charlotte

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Your704 Weekender: Here’s what’s happening in Charlotte Nov 13-15

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here’s what’s happening around Charlotte.

Charlotte, NC · 12h

Charlotte Observer

‘We are a mess.' CMS board creates committee to examine its own problems

After weeks of turmoil , controversies and occasional infighting , the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools board Tuesday agreed on at least one thing: It needs to take a hard look at itself. The board voted unanimously to establish an ad hoc committee tasked with evaluating its governance practices and recommending reforms, nearly seven weeks after the contentious firing of Superintendent Crystal Hill. The move follows repeated calls from board members and the public to address concerns about accountability, transparency and their ability to work together. At the September meeting where Hill was fired and board member Stephanie Sneed stepped down from her post as board chair, board member Monty Witherspoon called the board “dysfunctional” and said it had “spiraled into chaos.” Board member Haynes, who spearheaded the proposal, acknowledged the board’s struggles in urging her colleagues to support the committee. “A few weeks ago, one of us said it plainly: ‘We are a mess,’” Haynes said. “We’ve sounded the alarm. Now are we prepared to change?” The newly established Board Strategy, Governance, and Operations Committee will develop recommendations for improving board operations, strengthening governance practices and creating a strategic plan for the board itself. Its responsibilities include evaluating the board’s existing Student

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Charlotte Family Sues Novant Health Over Mom's Denied Life-Saving Surgery

Barbara Washington collapsed at her Charlotte-area home on May 22, 2024, and was rushed by EMS crews who managed to revive her before taking her to Novant Health Matthews Medical Center. Less than a day after she was later transferred to Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, the 82-year-old was dead. Now her family is suing, alleging that doctors denied her life-saving heart surgery.

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Charlotte Observer

Advocate Health to invest over $1 billion into workforce. What it means for employees

Starting next year, Charlotte-based Advocate Health will spend more than $1 billion on its employees, raising its minimum starting pay from $18.85 to $20 per hour. The largest hospital system in the region announced it will invest $1.24 billion, with $846 million allocated toward additional compensation and $390 million toward added benefits. These changes will be implemented through Advocate’s annual compensation process during the first quarter of 2027. “The most important investment we make isn’t in buildings, technology or equipment. It’s in our people,” said CEO Eugene Woods . “Healthcare is a 24/7 calling and every single day our 170,000 teammates bring extraordinary skill, compassion and commitment to the patients and communities we serve.” Advocate will also offer four weeks of paid parental leave and absorb most increases in healthcare costs to keep coverage affordable for employees and their families, according to the health system. Expanding pay across the footprint The last base pay increase was established in January at $18.85 per hour. The bump to $20 is part of an ongoing effort to remain competitive in the healthcare industry. This increase applies to employees across the Carolinas and several other states. The $846 million compensation boost includes merit increases,

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NC lawmaker plans bill to break up one of the largest school districts in U.S., board member says

CHARLOTTE, NC (WSOC) — A lawmaker from Union County is planning on introducing a bill to break up Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, according to CMS Board Member Anna London. She confirmed that Rep. David Willis’s staff contacted her office to let her know about the plan to break up the state’s second-largest school district.

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Charlotte Marathon Expects Record Turnout for 22nd Annual Race

Charlotte Marathon hits record 13,250 runners with new organizer Charlotte Sports Foundation. Race sells out early, adds prize purses, local murals, and a Waka Flocka Flame concert.

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Charlotte Country Day students to face consequences over swastika video

Two students at Charlotte Country Day School will face consequences after video surfaced showing the boys with swastikas painted on their stomachs, the school confirmed.

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Axios Charlotte

Charlotte's airport development plan is too car-centric, planners say

Charlotte's planning staff has asked Crosland Southeast to design a less car-centric version of the "Destination District," the airport's nearly 40-acre development near the future Silver Line stop that could include multiple drive-thrus. Why it matters: Again, Charlotte is facing crossroads decisions that guide whether the city becomes more urban — or continues operating as a place where you're expected to own a car. Charlotte City Council is hosting a public hearing on the city-owned airport's rezoning request Monday, Nov. 16, where the developer may address some of these concerns. However, airport officials have been clear that they only intend to make the district so walkable due to traffic and FAA rules. The latest: The Destination District, envisioned as an "employment hub," is currently planned to include a mix of stores, restaurants, offices, hotels, a parking garage, a gas station and green space. They're aiming to complete it by 2032. As it stands, the rezoning petition seeks permission to build up to six drive-thrus, with possible exceptions for more at the site, located between Wilkinson Boulevard and I-85. City staff argues this would not create the ideal pedestrian environment to support the multibillion-dollar Silver Line light rail coming through there,

Charlotte, NC · 6h

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Half a century of shopping near Charlotte, North Carolina: all 7 of these malls still have shoppers inside

SouthPark grows from three department stores to five. On February 12, 1970, Belk and Ivey's opened their doors on what had been pasture at Sharon and Fairview roads, about six miles south of Uptown Charlotte, North Carolina. Sears joined them that August. The three department stores anchored SouthPark, an enclosed...

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Queen City News

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

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