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New Carolina Panthers quarterback Hanyes King is compared to QB-turned-tight end Taysom Hill. But he has his own plans. And coach Dave Canales has noticed.

Former Charlotte Mayor Jennifer Roberts penned a letter to City Council suggesting she be appointed interim mayor after Vi Lyles officially resigns June 30.

Packard Tavern at Packard Place opens May 18 in Charlotte’s center city, serving contemporary American dishes, craft cocktails, burgers and more.

Charlotte residents recall McCrorey Heights displacement in the 1960s as NCDOT advances I-77 toll lane plans that threaten more homes and community fabric.

North Carolina recorded 135 Vibrio cases in 2025, including one death. Learn how the bacteria spreads, who’s at risk and safety tips for coastal water and seafood.

Piedmont Medical Center applied to build an emergency department on Catamount Drive in Lake Wylie, adding to regional healthcare expansion in York County.

Six Charlotte neighborhoods placed in Niche’s 2026 best places to live in North Carolina, including Dilworth, Ballantyne East and Davidson.

Meet the nominees for The Observer’s high school athlete of the week for NCHSAA NCISAA CMS players. Here’s how to vote, and information on the athletes.

Meet the nominees for the Charlotte, NC area boys’ high school athlete of the week for NCHSAA NCISAA CMS players. Here’s how to vote, and information on the athletes.

Andrew Dunn: The right interim mayor could recover a little of Charlotte’s spirit. Here are five solid, steady picks.