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Charlotte Pioneer: John T. Schenck featured in Charlotte History Museum

September 2, 2026

Charlotte Pioneer: John T. Schenck featured in Charlotte History Museum By Kurtavia Burton The city of Charlotte is rich in history from past and present contributors. To better understand some of that history, I spoke with Starkey Jones, great-great-grandson of John Thomas Schenck, Charlotte’s first black policeman, to discuss what he called Charlotte’s original blueprint.…

Officer-involved shooting in northeast Charlotte

September 1, 2026

The shooting happened on Autumn Frost Trail near University City Boulevard.…

Man dies in head-on crash in York County

September 1, 2026

The crash happened on Hord Road near State Road South-46-170 around 12:52 p.m.…

Man involved in hours-long standoff with SWAT, CMPD identified; police connect suspect to weekend shooting

September 1, 2026

Jerricho Alexander surrendered after an overnight barricade tied to a Saturday shooting, and now faces an attempted murder charge.…

Budget issue stalls reopening of Mecklenburg Detention Center North, sheriff’s office reports

September 1, 2026

The reopening of Mecklenburg County Detention Center North faces delays due to budget issues requiring approval by the Board of County Commissioners.…

Sea Grill sues Queen City Quarter, CBRE over alleged overcharges, fraud

August 31, 2026

Sea Grill is seeking a jury trial, compensatory and punitive damages, and a court ruling determining what it actually owes.…

Charlotte leaders raise e-bike safety concerns as AAA launches new campaign for young riders

August 31, 2026

Local leaders are raising concerns about young riders and e-bike safety as doctors warn of a surge in serious injuries among children and teens.…

Broken water main shuts down south Charlotte road

August 31, 2026

Drivers are advised to find an alternate route while crews work to fix the road.…

Charlotte man found buried on Catawba College nature trail died from gunshot wound; sister speaks out

August 30, 2026

A new medical examiner’s report reveals how a Charlotte man found buried at Catawba College died. Now, his sister is speaking out.…

Rabies warnings issued in multiple Charlotte-area counties

August 29, 2026

The warnings stem from a mobile petting zoo based in Iredell County.…