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American Airlines threw a party on Wednesday at Charlotte Douglas International Airport to celebrate a century of flying. The ceremony was one of many held at big hubs nationwide. Travelers…
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Local NewsCarowinds Launches Monthlong Latin American Festival Starting Friday
Carowinds will open Viva La Fiesta on Friday. This monthlong celebration honors Latin American traditions with food, music, and shows. It runs Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from April 17 through…
Local NewsTow Operators Say Charlotte Police Misinterpret New State Booting Law
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officers threatened to arrest a tow truck driver for impounding a commercial vehicle under a new state law that bans booting. Tow operators say police are misreading…
Local NewsMecklenburg County Rallies for Earth Day With Storm Drain Project, Farmers Markets, and Cleanups
Mecklenburg County will run a storm drain marking competition from April 18-25. This happens during Earth Day celebrations on April 22. The competition is one of several things the county…
Local NewsCMS Parents Launch Petition for More Playtime in Kindergarten Classes
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools’ parents have launched an online petition. They want more play-based learning in kindergarten classrooms. The petition asks for a pilot program with one hour of play-based learning in…
Local NewsThings To Do in Charlotte This Weekend: April 17-April 19
From Earth Day adventures to world-class wines and whole-hog barbecue, Charlotte has something for everyone this weekend. Whether you’re exploring 2,100 acres of greenway, sipping your way through The Grand…
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Local NewsCharlotte Council Backs Street Vending Ban as NoDa Pilot Expires
Charlotte City Council members backed a ban on street vending Monday night. The ban would stop vendors across the city except in specific zones that get approval first. But council…
Local NewsCharlotte To Host 2027 Military World Games With Over 10,000 Athletes From 140 Countries
Officials from around the world toured Charlotte sites recently, preparing for the 2027 Military World Games. Over 10,000 athletes from 140 nations will descend on the Carolinas.
Local NewsHornets and Lowe’s Complete Renovation of Ashe County Community Center After Helene
The Charlotte Hornets teamed up with Lowe’s to unveil a rebuilt community center in Ashe County. Hurricane Helene had torn through the building months earlier.
Local NewsBojangles Launches Bo’s Chicken Rippers With Free Combo Promotion
Bojangles unveiled Bo’s Chicken Rippers yesterday. These hand-breaded bites arrive as something you rip apart, then dunk into sauce.
Local NewsCharlotte Bakery Opening First Storefront in Oakhurst After Years at Farmers Markets
Thoughtful Baking Co. announced its first permanent shop at 4418 Monroe Road in Charlotte’s Oakhurst area.
Local NewsCharlotte Pilot Makes Son’s Birth After Air Traffic Controllers Clear Path Home
A Charlotte pilot reached the hospital before his son arrived, thanks to help from air traffic controllers and fellow pilots.
Local NewsCharlotte’s Restaurant Industry Adds Over 100 New Openings in 2025 as City Gains National Recognition
Charlotte welcomed more than 100 new eateries in 2025. The Queen City snagged 11 spots in the Michelin Guide to the American South, with one earning a star. National critics…
