News

Bishop Peter Jugis of the Catholic Diocese of Charlotte has joined with other bishops from North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia in calling for what they describe as comprehensive and fair reform of immigration law. They are asking for, among other things, an easier path to citizenship and a guest worker program. WFAE's Craig Fahle spoke with David Hains, communications directer of the Diocese of Charlotte. He asked why the bishops are working together on this issue.

Some seasons last longer than the four changes in the weather. You see team banners hanging outside people's front doors for as long as the season lasts and in the fall you see first Halloween decorations and then immediately after, Christmas or other winter-related decor. And then there's the one season that never seems to end, according to WFAE commentator Sally Phillips.

The health advocate group, Smoke-Free Mecklenburg hopes to strengthen the case for setting smoking bans in public places. It already has support from several municipalities in the county, and tonight it will approach the Charlotte City Council. WFAE's Simone Orendain spoke with Smoke-Free Mecklenburg's Vice Chair, Patricia Bossert.

The changes that occur during the month of November bother some people. But not WFAE commentator Elizabeth Richardson. For her, it's the perfict time to reconnect with her favorite poet.

The holidays are upon us and it's time to start thinking about what gifts to give. Over the years, WFAE commentator Gus Succop has learned to fine tune the art of gift-giving.

Among the thousands of people passing through Charlotte-Douglas International Airport this week are members of the U.S. military. One spot at the airport that will see more traffic is the new U.S.O. lounge. Earlier in the week, WFAE's Scott Graf visited what's becoming known as one of the nicest U.S.O. lounges in the country.

Among the thousands of people passing through Charlotte-Douglas International Airport this week are members of the U.S. military. One spot at the airport that will see more traffic is the new U.S.O. lounge. Earlier in the week, WFAE's Scott Graf visited what's becoming known as one of the nicest U.S.O. lounges in the country.

A new poll conducted by Elon University shows that nearly 80% of North Carolinians think cell phones decrease highway safety. Safety aside, WFAE commentator Krissa Palmer simply doesn't like cell phones.

There have been more than the usual number of whooping cough cases reported to Mecklenburg County's Health Department. WFAE's Simone Orendain spoke with County Medical Director Dr. Stephen Keener about the outbreak of the cough also known as pertussis.

US Airways has made an offer to buy Delta Airlines. The $8 billion offer is contingent upon Delta emerging from bankruptcy. For more on the deal and how it could potentially impact the current US Airways hub at Charlotte-Douglas Airport, WFAE's Scott Graf spoke with Peter Schwarz, an Economics professor at UNC-Charlotte.