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Unlicensed 16-year-old crashes during chase and his mom is charged, NC sheriff says
“Unlicensed” 16-year-old driver causes crash while eluding deputies and his mother is accused of giving him the keys to the car, North Carolina sheriff says.
Cabarrus commissioner says Juneteenth is ‘based on a lie,’ drawing backlash
Cabarrus County Commissioner Larry Pittman called Juneteenth a "lie" after voting against a proclamation, drawing criticism at board meeting.
‘Top-down controlling’: CMS superintendent criticism spreads into public view
Teachers, parents and advocates in Charlotte seek stability and answers after the CMS board puts Superintendent Crystal Hill on paid leave pending an external probe.
CMS Superintendent Crystal Hill questions lack of details in board review
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Superintendent Crystal Hill says she was not informed of specific concerns after being placed on leave during a board review.
‘It’s important that people learn history’: Gantt marks Juneteenth in Charlotte
The Harvey B. Gantt Center in Charlotte celebrated Juneteenth with music, talks, tours, art activities and a Black abstraction exhibition for the community.
Nearly 3 inches of rain fell in parts of Charlotte region. Here are the totals
Remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur brought inches of rain to NC and U.S. Geological Survey data shows the heaviest showers were in eastern Mecklenburg County.
Duke professor, co-founder of lemur center, civil rights crusader, dies at 95
Duke University zoology professor Peter Klopfer helped found Carolina Friends School in Durham, one of the first integrated schools in North Carolina
Harding seniors surprised with free suits, dresses for graduation, thanks to CMS leader
Harding’s 201 seniors received free tailored suits, dresses or pantsuits for graduation after interim principal Ericia Turner raised $45,000 with community sponsors.
NC Senate leader Berger, Speaker Hall now in final talks about overdue state budget
Republican leaders Phil Berger, Destin Hall meet in Raleigh to resolve differences on overdue North Carolina budget that funds teacher, state employee raises.
Carolina Panthers mailbag: How does Jimmy Horn fit into wide receiver puzzle?
The Carolina Panthers’ fan base is curious about the future. The Charlotte Observer answers questions about Jimmy Horn Jr., position changes and more this week.