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Direct light rail line from uptown to CLT is happening (kind of). See the proposal.
Charlotte Douglas Airport proposes a people mover to connect the terminal to the planned Wilkinson Boulevard Silver Line station, aiming for completion by 2032.
US News says 3 of the best places to live in the country are in NC. Where?
Discover why Apex, Cary and Huntersville made U.S. News' 2026–27 best places list: strong job markets, good schools, outdoor amenities and solid incomes in NC.
CMS board OKs big magnet program overhaul. See how your school is affected
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will cut 16 magnet programs to six pathways starting 2027-28, reorganizing campuses, zones and transportation to promote equity.
Ardrey Kell’s principal is leaving. School will have 3rd leader in as many years
Ardrey Kell High School in south Charlotte will see Principal Susan Wills retire Nov. 1, marking the third principal in three school years.
Carolina Panthers gain one offensive star but lose another to hamstring injury
The Panthers lost starting RB Chuba Hubbard to a hamstring injury, but are “very confident” he’ll be ready for Week 1. Meanwhile, TE Darren Waller has arrived.
Another fast-growing Charlotte suburb OKs data center pause — this time for a year
After public testimony about air pollution, water shortages and health risks, Waxhaw’s Board of Commissioners unanimously passed a yearlong data center moratorium.
Free TV? Hornets announce huge shift in broadcast partner for 2026-27 NBA season
Charlotte Hornets and Cox Media Group announce one-year broadcast partnership making WSOC-TV Channel 9 and TV64 the full–time TV home for 2026-27 NBA season.
Bank of America changes up work-from-home policy for all hybrid employees
Charlotte based Bank of America requires staff to avoid consecutive remote days, keeping three office days and two nonconsecutive day, starting mid-September.
US News says 3 of the best places to live in the country are in NC. Where?
Discover why Apex, Cary and Huntersville made U.S. News' 2026–27 best places list: strong job markets, good schools, outdoor amenities and solid incomes in NC.
North Carolina man accused of urinating on fans at Morgan Wallen show, police say
Man accused of urinating on fans at Morgan Wallen stadium show in Baltimore, Maryland, is arrested in Wilson County, North Carolina, Maryland police say.