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Decarlos Brown Jr., the homeless man who brutally murdered Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska on a Charlotte light rail train, has been deemed incompetent to stand trial on state murder charges. Brown was evaluated at Central Regional Hospital and found unfit to proceed, leading to a delay in the case until his capacity is restored. Brown, […]
From the Charlotte Knights opening their season to BMX racing in York County, there are plenty of events happening in the Charlotte area this weekend. The Charlotte Fair at ZMAX Dragway offers fair food and rides for the whole family from March 26 to April 6. The Charlotte Fair | March 26 – April 6, […]
Celebrating Liz Luda: Honored at the Prestigious Gracie Awards for Excellence in Media Congratulations to our very own Liz Luda, who is being recognized nationally at the Gracie Awards. This is award is presented by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation and was established to honor the individuals and stories that reflect, elevate and […]
If you enjoyed watching the Olympic curling events in Milan Cortina, you will love what’s on tap here in Charlotte this week. Charlotte’s Bojangles Coliseum welcomes the USA Curling Men’s & Women’s National Championships this week. February 23 – March 1, 2026 The event features 8 men’s and 8 women’s teams vying for the opportunity […]
Pop star Demi Lovato announced on Instagram that their Charlotte concert has been canceled due to health reasons. “While starting to prepare for the tour, I realized that I have overextended what may be possible,” Lovato posted. “To protect my health, and ensure I can give you my all at each show, I need to […]
The new I-485 Express lanes around Charlotte are scheduled to open on February 28, spanning 18 miles from I-77 to U-S 74. Toll rates will be based on vehicle length, time of day, and day of the week initially, transitioning to dynamic pricing within a year. Construction and intermittent lane closures will persist in certain […]
Two players with from the Queen City are headed to the Super Bowl with the New England Patriots. Quarterback Drake Maye, a Myers Park High School graduate, and center Garrett Bradbury, who attended Charlotte Christian, helped New England secure a 10–7 win over the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship game on Sunday. Maye, in […]
The Charlotte area is preparing for a weekend of wintry weather, with snow, freezing rain, and sub-freezing temperatures expected, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The storm is forecasted to begin early Saturday morning and could persist through Sunday afternoon, potentially leaving roads and bridges coated in ice or snow. Forecasters predict temperatures will […]
A group of Buddhist monks is walking from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington as part of their “Walk for Peace,” with an expected arrival in Charlotte on Jan. 14. The monks have been on the road since Oct. 26 and are scheduled to reach their destination on Feb. 11. The walk aims to highlight Buddhism’s […]
The Carolina Panthers are set to host the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday afternoon in the opening game of NFL Wild Card Weekend, and a familiar face will help energize the crowd in Charlotte. The team announced Wednesday that franchise legend Cam Newton will hit the iconic “Keep Pounding” drum before the game, fulfilling the […]
Charlotte, North Carolina – Radio One, Inc. is turning up the volume in Charlotte with a major enhancement to its most trusted news brand. Beginning, Thursday, December 11, WBT News Talk will proudly broadcast on 107.9 FM, Charlotte’s FM NewsTalk bringing Charlotte’s premier source for news, conversation, and community connection to a powerful 100,000 watt signal. Listeners will continue […]
Mecklenburg County residents are casting their votes Tuesday in local elections that include city and school board races, along with a major referendum on a proposed transportation sales tax. Polling places across the county will remain open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The transportation tax proposal has drawn widespread attention, with supporters calling it vital for […]