Beyond the Viral Clip of Garry McFadden
As he packed to leave for Raleigh last weekend, ahead of his now-notorious appearance before a state house committee on Monday morning, Garry McFadden spoke with his wife. “For the first time in 37 years of our marriage,” the embattled Mecklenburg County sheriff told me, “she looked me in the eyes and said, ‘Why are...
Lawton Road Death Before Dawn Shakes Freedom Division
An early morning welfare check on the 700 block of Lawton Road has turned into a homicide investigation, after Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police officers found a person with apparent trauma and MEDIC pronounced the victim dead at the scene. Crime Scene Search officers processed the area, and police say the case remains...
Charlotte Firefighters Reunite With People They Saved Using CPR in Emotional Valentine’s Event
Over the Valentine's Day weekend, a heartfelt reunion unfolded as Charlotte Fire Department firefighters met with individuals whose lives they saved through urgent and effective CPR interventions. The Charlotte Fire Department shared on its social media about the Cardiac Survivors Event which saw moments of profound...
A look into Black history in Charlotte
Feb. 1 marked the beginning of the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, which was originally a week-long celebration started by historian and author Carter G. Woodson, the "father of Black history," in 1926. By the 1960s, Black History Week became a month-long celebration, and in 1986, Congress passed Public...
MEDIC: 2 seriously hurt in back-to-back shootings
Officials responded to two shootings within 20 minutes of each other early Monday morning.
CMPD investigating fatal crash in south Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a fatal crash in south Charlotte.
8 Massive Swap Meets In North Carolina With Rare Treasures At Rock-Bottom Prices
Looking for amazing swap meets in North Carolina where you can find hidden treasures?. These 8 massive flea markets offer incredible bargains and one-of-a-kind finds!. 1. The Raleigh Market (Raleigh) The Raleigh Market is a treasure hunter’s paradise that will make your wallet do a happy dance. Rows upon...
Abbey Wrestling Makes Second Straight Conference Tournament Appearance
PEMBROKE, N.C. — The Belmont Abbey wrestling team made its second straight appearance in the Conference Carolinas Wrestling Championship Sunday at UNC Pembroke's Lumbee Guaranty Bank Court. The Crusaders saw its championship run end in the semifinals as Belmont Abbey fell 43-3 to the No. 1 West seed Lander...
How Charlotte singles describe the local dating scene
We asked Charlotte singles to share their hot takes on dating in the city, and their pain points ranged from the pool of prospects to dating app culture. Why it matters: More than 100 readers and Instagram followers weighed in — and gave the dating scene a solid "F," a downgrade from a "C" a decade ago. Charlotte...
‘Unique experience’: Museum provides evening of wine, food on rails
The North Carolina Transportation Museum launched its annual Wine & Dine on the Rails event on Friday, featuring a cocktail hour and a three-course meal served aboard a moving train.
