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'The bottom line is that Vision Zero works' | One city's success with traffic-safety program brings hope to Charlotte

February 2, 2023

Since 2018, those working on the Vision Zero program have put in pedestrian infrastructure across Charlotte to make roads safer, but there’s still more work to do. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — It happens far too often in Charlotte: a pedestrian or cyclist hit and killed on the road.…

A CMS art teacher celebrates women in billboards showcased around Charlotte

February 2, 2023

Tina Vincent uses paper mache to create dynamic sculptures. She said she found her love for art in a classroom not much different than her own. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — ArtPop Street Gallery, a Charlotte nonprofit, is connecting art to the community one advertisement at a time.…

Bond reductions in Mecklenburg County a concern among law enforcement and the community

February 2, 2023

An alleged repeat violent offender was released from jail after his bond was reduced. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Fraternal Order of Police posted their frustration on social media after a suspected repeated offender was released a day after a SWAT situation in Charlotte.…

Charlotte police release body cam footage from in-custody death

February 2, 2023

State investigators and CMPD’s own internal review found that officers responded appropriately when responding. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has shared footage from an officer’s body-worn camera and provided a timeline of a shooting suspect’s death while in custody.…

Gastonia's ornament king celebrates 100th birthday

February 2, 2023

Marshall Rauch is long retired and thankful to be looking back at such a ‘productive’ and ‘giving’ life. GASTONIA, N.C. — It’s a special day for a man known as Gastonia’s ornament king. Marshall Rauch is celebrating his 100th birthday today.…

Tips on better recycling habits in 2023

February 2, 2023

Charlotte is already a great recycling city, but we can certainly do better. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — According to a recent survey, 80% of Charlotteans consider themselves an expert or ‘good’ at recycling — that’s 7% higher than the national average. But we do make mistakes from time to time.…

What are the leash laws in Charlotte?

February 2, 2023

CMPD Animal Care and Control officials said leash law violations happen often. Most of the time when they are notified, it involves an attack. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — It’s hard to walk a greenway or even go to a brewery in Charlotte without seeing a dog. …

QC Happenings: 7 ways to enjoy your weekend in Charlotte

February 2, 2023

This weekend boasts plenty of opportunities to hear live music and shop with local vendors in the Charlotte area. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Enjoy a break from the rain this weekend with markets, live music and more in the Queen City. See what’s happening!…

NC needs 5,000 more teachers; vacancies up almost 60%

February 2, 2023

RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina’s public school systems saw a 58.4% increase in vacant teaching positions this fall, according to a new state report. Vacancies topped 5,000 teachers, comprising more than 5% of all teachers. The report partly illustrates the challenges school leaders and teachers have voiced about fully staffing their schools — and adequately educating students with employees stretched thin.…

Charlotte teen dies in Kannapolis shooting, suspect in custody

February 2, 2023

“We do not believe this was a random incident and the investigation is ongoing,” the Kannapolis Police Department said in a released statement Monday. KANNAPOLIS, N.C. — A 17-year-old from Charlotte died after a shooting in Kannapolis Thursday, the Kannapolis Police Department announced Monday.…