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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, […]
Amazon has expanded its one-hour and three-hour delivery options to over 90,000 orders in some areas of Charlotte as part of a nationwide rollout. The expedited delivery includes a wide range of items such as pantry goods, electronics, toys, and clothing. Amazon credits its revamped same-day fulfillment process and predictive AI inventory placement algorithms for […]
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 […]
Raising Cane’s, a popular chicken finger chain, is set to open a new location near Charlotte on Feb. 24. The menu features chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, and Cane’s sauce, along with sandwiches, coleslaw, and Texas toast. The new restaurant will be located in Rock Hill, SC, just a short drive from Charlotte. Charlotteans have been […]
— As Charlotte braces for the winter storm coming this weekend, folks on social media are cooking up their own solutions. If you’ve scrolled through your timeline lately, you’ve probably seen the jokes. Images and memes flood social media suggesting that the best way to handle icy streets is with a generous sprinkle of that […]
Cold weather in the South, especially in North Carolina, can be unpredictable, making preparation essential. Unlike northern states that experience harsh winters regularly, the South isn’t always equipped to handle sudden drops in temperature, icy roads, or winter storms. Freezing rain and black ice are common hazards, often catching residents off guard. That’s why it’s […]
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 […]
The Charlotte region could see snow on Sunday morning, with the National Weather Service (NWS) giving a 30% chance of precipitation. However, forecasters remain unsure about the likelihood of significant accumulation. In a social media update on January 16, the NWS highlighted the uncertainty, stating that while there has been considerable discussion about snow in […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Myers Park community is mourning the loss of William “Parker” South, a senior and baseball player at Myers Park High School, who died Tuesday, the school announced. The cause of death has not been released. “It is with great sadness that we share that one of our students, William “Parker” South, a Myers Park senior, died […]