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Family pulls $1M scholarship fund from NC university, citing anti-DEI policy
A Wilmington family is pulling a $1M endowed scholarship from UNC Wilmington after the UNC System's Equality Policy barred awards targeted to African American students.
James Comey signals vindictive-prosecution challenge in NC seashells case
Former FBI Director James Comey sought permission to file an expanded motion arguing he was selectively and vindictively prosecuted over an Instagram post.
Sculpting Lu-u-u-ke: Behind the scenes as Kuechly strikes pose for hall of fame
Luke Kuechly posed for 13 hours in Utah as sculptor Ben Hammond refined a clay model that will become his bronze Pro Football Hall of Fame bust in August.
From the archives: Where were the best burgers in Charlotte in 1992?
We dug the Charlotte Observer archives to list Charlotte’s top burger spots in 1992, from Lupie’s on Monroe Rd. to Spoon’s and the Rebel Room on Freedom Dr.
Owner of critical unpreserved acre along Blue Ridge Parkway in NC agrees to sell
Final holdout agrees to sell his acre of land overlooking Linn Cove Viaduct on Blue Ridge Parkway in western North Carolina, Blue Ridge Conservancy says
NC just ended most parking requirements for developers. Here’s what it could mean.
North Carolina's HB 162 removes most local parking minimums starting 2027, cutting development costs, easing flooding risks and freeing land for more housing.
A California man has been returning postcards for 50 years. He just sent one to York County.
A 98-year-old California man who’s been sending postcards back to where they originate for 50 years recently sent one to the York County Clerk of Court.
It’s time for Josh Stein to be a leader on the I-77 toll lane mess | Opinion
There’s a leadership void in Charlotte, and the governor can help fill it. | Opinion
NC behind on inspecting old dumps, landfills for hazards, new audit finds
North Carolina State Auditor’s report found hundreds of old landfills and dumps, including in the Charlotte area, have gone uninspected for hazardous materials.
The Hornets are ESPY finalists. Here’s what earned them a chance at the award
Hornets are finalists for ESPN’s Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year for their efforts after Hurricane Helene. Award spotlights pro teams helping communities.