Restaurant + lounge ‘forced to close’ in Dilworth after community pushback
Lack of support has snuffed out a restaurant and lounge popular among Black Charlotteans, owners say. Red at 28th, a multicultural bar, hookah and literary lounge in Dilworth, closed Thursday, Jan. 15, according to a message shared on the business’s Instagram page. The memo pointed “to a group of people who choose...
Peace-walking dog to reunite with monks following surgery in S.C.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Aloka the Peace Dog will reunite with the Buddhist monks for a short visit following his surgery in South Carolina. On Thursday, the group said Aloka will have a brief reunion with the Buddhist monks in the Charlotte area as they continue their Walk for Peace. Shortly after, the pup will head back...
Lost but not forgotten: These Charlotte-area restaurants have closed in 2026
Despite incredible growth in Charlotte’s restaurant industry, there are always notable closures each year that mark a loss in the community. Some close the doors for financial reasons after fighting rising costs for food, rent and labor. Others are tied to retirements, construction projects, legal problems or other...
Victim gunned down behind furniture store claimed suspect was stalking him
A man gunned down behind an Indian Land furniture store claimed the suspect was stalking him for years.
Mall Shakeup: List of Stores Closing in North Carolina Malls in 2026
The “Retail Reset” is hitting the Tar Heel State hard this year. While North Carolina remains a booming market for new business, 2026 has brought a wave of closures from legacy brands that are “trimming the fat.” From the loss of a major department store anchor in the capital to the massive reduction of a...
Woman charged in fatal hit and run in east Charlotte
A woman is facing charges after allegedly running a red light and killing a pedestrian at an intersection in east Charlotte on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. It happened around 5:45 p.m. on The Plaza near East 36th Street. Upon arrival, officers located 25-year-old...
Person found dead from shooting outside apartments north of uptown Charlotte
Medic officials say the shooting was reported around 3:30 p.m. in the 1000 block of North Brevard Street.
Petition to remove Mecklenburg County sheriff dismissed
The petition to remove Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden from office was dismissed Thursday morning, Channel 9’s Joe Bruno learned in court.
Mecklenburg County health director to resign
Dr. Raynard Washington will step down as Mecklenburg County Health Director on January 20, 2026.
Take advantage of January’s quality, quantity at local thrift stores
January is one of the best times to go on the hunt for secondhand treasures at local thrift stores and seasonal consignment sales. After the holidays, many people declutter their homes to make room for their new presents or just to kick off the new year with a fresh start.
