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— 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 […]

Flight cancellations continued to climb at Charlotte Douglas International Airport Monday as the FAA’s nationwide flight reduction order took effect during the ongoing federal government shutdown. Charlotte was among 40 major U.S. airports directed to cut flights to ease the strain on air traffic controllers facing staffing shortages. It’s the only airport in the Carolinas included in the FAA mandate. “Our airline partners […]

Mecklenburg County voters have approved a one-cent sales tax increase aimed at funding major transportation and infrastructure projects. The referendum, decided during Tuesday’s municipal election, passed with 52% voting in favor and 47% opposed, according to final results released just before midnight. The decision raises the county’s sales tax rate from 7.25% to 8.25%. County and city officials say the new […]

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles secured re-election Tuesday, earning 70% of the vote over Republican Terrie Donovan and Libertarian Rob Yates. Her fifth term will extend through 2027, making her the city’s longest-serving Democratic mayor. Republican Pat McCrory served 14 years from 1995 to 2009. Lyles has focused her administration on affordable housing, racial equity, infrastructure improvements, and public transit expansion, along with supporting small and […]

Families across Charlotte are preparing for a night of spooky fun, costumes, and candy as Halloween arrives. For parents of school-age kids, finding the right time to head out can be tricky, but local traditions make it easy to plan. In most Charlotte-area neighborhoods, trick-or-treating runs between 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. This time frame offers the […]

Philadelphia has proven again why this is America's 'Culture City', as Dictionary.com crowned “67” (six-seven) as its 2025 Word of the Year.