Canes Stanley Cup parade 2026: See timing, Raleigh route details & map
Celebrate the Carolina Hurricanes on June 20 at 11 a.m. in downtown Raleigh. See the parade route along Fayetteville Street and nearby parking options.
Delayed Charlotte-area burger joint now has an opening date. Here’s when.
New Whataburger in Rock Hill, South Carolina launches July 9 with giveaways, Honey Butter Chicken Biscuits for early customers and drive-thru/front counter service.
CMPD closes part of Selwyn Avenue in Myers Park after sinkhole appears
A sinkhole forced closure of the 2900 block of Selwyn Ave in south Charlotte; CMPD advised drivers to use alternate routes. Updates pending from police.
Where is the ‘Little Parkway’? Visit NC’s little-known scenic route this summer
Drive the Little Parkway, for mountain views, Grandfather Mountain access, waterfalls, historic sites and High Country towns like Banner Elk and Valle Crucis.
5 things to know about lawsuits alleging former NC State trainer abused athletes
A Wake County judge dismissed a lawsuit accusing NC State officials of failing to protect student-athletes from abuse by a longtime trainer. Here are five things to know about the case.
Charlotte had, then lost, a Caribbean carnival. Now a reggae club owner has plans
Queen City Caribbean Carnival in uptown Charlotte June 25-28 with parade, village and after-parties. Experience Caribbean food steel drums, colorful costumes.
New burger and shake joint to fill former Chick-fil-A in Concord. What to know
Fast-casual chain Jaggers is coming soon to Concord, NC, marking its Charlotte metro debut with burgers, chicken, hand-spun milkshakes and more.
An NC university is eliminating the position of Gender Studies director
UNC Wilmington will eliminate the Gender Studies Research Center director position and fold the center into Interdisciplinary Studies this summer amid wider restructuring.
Projecting Carolina Panthers’ initial 53-man roster ahead of 2026 training camp
The Carolina Panthers will have several tough decisions to make before the cut deadline in August. The Charlotte Observer has made some of those choices early.
Where is the ‘Little Parkway’? Visit NC’s little-known scenic route this summer
Drive the Little Parkway, for mountain views, Grandfather Mountain access, waterfalls, historic sites and High Country towns like Banner Elk and Valle Crucis.