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Newly released Mecklenburg County tax data suggest areas of Charlotte heavily impacted by last November’s Border Patrol surge saw a sharp decline in business activity.
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CHARLOTTE TALKS WITH MIKE COLLINS
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David Anderson Montes LaraCharlotte is now accepting applications for mayor. Meanwhile, Mecklenburg County leaders testified before the House Oversight Committee in Raleigh about the death of Dominique Moody, a child who suffered years of abuse. The Carolina Hurricanes are in the running for the Stanley Cup Final. -
CourtesyMillions of bison once roamed North America, from Alaska to North Carolina. After being hunted to near extinction, fewer than 1,000 were left by the late 1800s. Today, bison and a handful of other large animals are having a surprising renaissance. We speak with the author of a new book about why many animal populations have plummeted and why some are making an unexpected comeback.
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LOCAL NEWS
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After one of the closest primary elections in the city’s history, Mazuera Arias became the Democratic nominee for District 5 on the east side of Charlotte, defeating the incumbent by less than 1%. He took office on Dec. 1, 2025. There was no Republican in the race. Queens University News Service sat down with the council member last month to learn about his path to public service and what’s next for the Gen Zer. -
NC House passes data center regulation, pro-nuclear power bill amid concerns it may prolong coal useThe bill represents North Carolina's most sweeping effort so far to put regulations around data center development. -
Charlotte City Council has approved a 10% pay raise for firefighters, bringing their wages in line with police officers. -
Charlotte Water restrictions help reduce usage as the drought continues, even after recent rainfall. -
The Charlotte Fire Department reopened a historic firehouse on West 28th Street on Wednesday, June 3, as part of its Fire Facilities Plan. -
The State Board of Education met in Raleigh on Wednesday for the first time since lawmakers announced plans for an average 8% raise in teacher pay.
NATION & WORLD
DAILY NEWS ROUNDUP
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Mecklenburg County Commissioner Yvette Townsend-Ingram announces she's in need of a heart transplant. CMS says technical difficulties scuttle some end-of-year exams. A marker is unveiled in Charlotte honoring the first public hospital to treat African Americans during segregation. NewsWorthy takes a summer hiatus.
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