September 2026
CLT airport union calls for better conditions after cleaning worker’s death
Colleen Coates wasn’t feeling well when she went to work at Charlotte Douglas International Airport Sept. 17. Her death reignited calls for better worker conditions.
On Facebook Live, Tiawana Brown slams federal judge who sentenced her to prison
Former Charlotte councilwoman Tiawana Brown criticized Judge Kenneth Bell on Facebook Live after receiving a 10-month sentence in a COVID-fraud case and filed an appeal.
Waxhaw soul food spot closing ‘within the next few weeks’ amid rent dispute
Food Geeks Eatery, a family soul food spot in Waxhaw, will close within weeks after a rent dispute left owners unable to catch up on payments and facing eviction.
On Facebook Live, Tiawana Brown slams federal judge who sentenced her to prison
Former Charlotte councilwoman Tiawana Brown criticized Judge Kenneth Bell on Facebook Live after receiving a 10-month sentence in a COVID-fraud case and filed an appeal.
Wegmans in Charlotte: What to know about traffic, tailgating ahead of the opening
Wegmans grocery store opens Oct. 14 in Ballantyne, Charlotte. Expect traffic, 664 parking spots, tailgating rules and extra staff for grand opening week.
NASCAR legend Darrell Waltrip diagnosed with progressive neurological condition
NASCAR legend Darrell Waltrip and family announced that the legendary driver and FOX Sports commentator is stepping away from public life due to potential CTE.
A kitchen fire closed this classic Charlotte restaurant. Now, it’s coming back
After a fire closed Kopper Kettle, the Pineville staple is returning with omelettes, smashed potatoes, sweet tea and familiar staff for longtime South Charlotte fans.
Why Carolina Panthers made Jalen Coker a punt returner — not just a fair catcher
Carolina Panthers receiver Jalen Coker took first punt return versus Falcons. It was a surprise. How it happened, and why special teams coordinator loves it.
Ex-NC State trainer arrested on 32 charges after athletes accused him of sex abuse
A Wake County grand jury indicted former Wolfpack athletic trainer Robert Murphy Jr. on a felony charge involving medical treatment.
Tenacious officer suffers head injury tackling robbery suspect, NC police say
Monroe police officer suffers head injury when he chases and tackles fleeing armed robbery suspect, NC officials say. The officer was treated at a hospital.