Rozzelles Ferry Landing: A cultural hub revitalized by LISC Charlotte
When Gregory Willingham bought the former garage on Rozzelles Ferry Road, he envisioned a live entertainment venue that would draw patrons from across Charlotte and pay homage to the history of the West End community where it is located. What Willingham didn’t foresee was the building would require a zoning...
1 killed, 1 injured in Gaston County shooting, police say
One person was killed and another was injured in a Gaston County shooting Friday night.
Influencer Malik Taylor Died After 20 Foot Plunge in SUV
Influencer Malik Taylor plunged 20 feet to his death in a motor vehicle accident this week, TMZ can confirm.
Lowe’s gives away free MANNA water bottles for one day only
Thirsty for a big giveaway? It’s time for students to get back to class. And that means they will need to keep a water bottle nearby for studying, exercising or just hanging out with friends. Lowe’s is hosting a one-day-only giveaway for kids to add a complimentary water bottle...
Businesses pull out of lease in new downtown Matthews building
MATTHEWS, NC — Towards the end of downtown Matthews, sits a vacant building. It used to be a community favorite gas station at the corner of E John and Trade Streets. It was torn down a few years ago by a developer and rebuilt for restaurant and retail space. The move didn’t sit well with people living and working in...
Man pleads guilty to traveling with gun parts in plastic wrap, bed sheets at...
A man who tried smuggling gun parts through Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Ecuador pleaded guilty in federal court on Thursday. Galo Dario Rojas-Noblecilla was charged on March 11 with fraudulently attempting to export firearms from the United States, a felony. Details of his plea agreement were...
Charlotte’s appeal drives population growth, with 157 new residents daily
The Charlotte region experienced a significant population increase, gaining 57,300 residents through migration between July 1, 2023, and July 1, 2024, according to a new analysis by the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control extends fee waivers amid shelter crisis
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control is extending fee waivers as the shelter reaches crisis-level overcrowding.
Former Mecklenburg County Court employee and youth volleyball coach accused of paying underage girls...
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A former Mecklenburg County deputy court clerk, and youth volleyball coach, is accused of paying underage girls for explicit videos and pictures. Arrest records show 43-year-old Kent Matzinger was caught after an investigation in Texas revealed he was allegedly attempting to buy the images and...
North Carolina’s Annual ‘Black is Beautiful Bridal Show’ Set for Sunday in Charlotte
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Brides, grooms, and wedding planners will gather in Charlotte this Sunday for the annual “Black is Beautiful Bridal Show,” an event dedicated to showcasing diversity in the wedding industry and highlighting Black-owned businesses. A Celebration of Culture and Community. Presented by the Buy Black...