‘Finish this marathon’: Action 9’s Jason Stoogenke sworn in as new attorney
We’re celebrating Jason Stoogenke because he’s done something that is remarkable for anyone, but especially at this point in his life at the height of his career.
One person arrested following drug bust in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA — Gabrielle Goodson, 36, of Charlotte, is being held on a $2,000,000 bond following her arrest on drug trafficking charges. The Greenville Police Department took Goodson into custody on Wednesday, July 16. According to online records, she was found in possession of 400 grams or more of cocaine, along...
Charlotte police working to identify suspected fraudster who purchased items from Lowe’s
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Investigators with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are working to identify the people responsible for using stolen credit card information to make fraudulent purchases from Lowe’s stores across the state of North Carolina. A North Carolina woman, who spoke to WBTV under the...
Mecklenburg County Gears Up for Transportation Referendum: Commissioner Leake Organizes Informative Meetings in Charlotte
Mecklenburg County residents have a significant date looming on their calendars: a countywide referendum in November to determine the fate of local transportation projects. Commissioner Vilma D. Leake has stepped up to ensure the public is well-informed before heading to the polls. In light of the recently enacted...
Why USAA plans to expand financial services work in Charlotte for the military
Inside an office with a view of Charlotte’s uptown skyline , Ameesh Vakharia looks forward to leading a team of USAA workers providing financial services to soldiers, veterans and their families. “We’re by no means as big as the banks up the road,” Vakharia said, referring to Bank of America, Truist, and Wells Fargo,...
I-485 back open after multi-vehicle crash causes hours-long shutdown near Ballantyne
All three inbound lanes were closed for several hours, but the road reopened around 9 a.m. Authorities have not said what led up to the crash.
Charlotte housing activist told to vacate home. He says he’s doing nothing wrong
City inspectors told a local housing activist to vacate one of his north Charlotte homes because they said it violated zoning laws. He said he’s doing nothing wrong. Charlotte Code Enforcement told Cedric Dean in a letter on June 26 that he did not receive zoning approval to run a group home at a Concordia Avenue...
Charlotte woman under $2 million bond for drug trafficking
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - A Charlotte woman is facing a $2,000,000 bond for drug trafficking. 36-year-old Gabrielle Goodson was arrested by Greenville police yesterday afternoon. Warrants say Goodson was found with 400 grams or more of cocaine and drug paraphernalia. She was charged with the following:. Two counts of...
Earth Fare organic grocery store closes another store in the Charlotte area
The last Charlotte-area Earth Fare store in North Carolina is closing for a second time. The Asheville-based specialty grocery market at 8885 Christenbury Parkway in Concord will close by mid-August, Earth Fare spokeswoman Laurie Akers confirmed Thursday. “It came down to lease negotiations,” Akers said. “After...
Charlotte city council race heats up as incumbents announce their reelection bids
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — With less than two days left to file, the ballot for local elections in Charlotte is starting to take form. Mayor Vi Lyles made her fifth run for the top seat on the city council official on Wednesday afternoon. She told reporters she wants to build on the progress […]
