Nick de la Canal
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After a towing reform bill stalled this year, North Carolina lawmakers say they're ready to try again. WFAE's Nick de la Canal speaks with Rep. Laura Budd about what's in the proposal, why it failed last session and what she thinks gives it a better chance next year.
- Drought conditions ease across North Carolina, but reservoirs remain below normal water levels
- Panthers fans to get first look at team during Fan Fest
- Lawsuit alleges LaMelo Ball and his manager owe unpaid rent on uptown apartment
- CMPD investigates officer after SBI computer access charge alleging Flock system misuse
CHARLOTTE TALKS WITH MIKE COLLINS
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David Boraks/WFAENCDOT says it will work with community partners to address food deserts on Charlotte’s west side in an effort to get support for toll lanes. The North Carolina General Assembly is back in session and making changes to the recently passed budget bill, and honeybee-killing yellow-legged hornets are spotted near Matthews. What you should keep an eye out for. -
Clara Ottati/WFAENationwide, animal shelters have been overcrowded and overwhelmed. Much of the burden may stem from the rising costs of pet ownership. We look at the issues shelters are facing, the many financial challenges pet owners are dealing with, and how major advances in veterinary medicine also come with a price.
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LOCAL NEWS
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Amazon has started construction on a massive data center in Richmond County, across the street from Duke Energy’s natural gas-fired power plant. -
The area has seen an uptick in residential development, but few new amenities or investment in walkability, transportation, or public transit. Residents are seeking more from city leaders. -
Thousands of fans packed Bank of America Stadium on Wednesday as Charlotte hosted its first MLS All-Star Game, a milestone many supporters said reflects the city's growing stature as a sports destination. -
Dozens of bars, breweries, and other businesses that sell hemp and THC beverages are asking state lawmakers to change a pending bill that could ban most hemp products in North Carolina. -
Charlotte Black Pride wrapped up its annual festival this month with parties, performances and community events celebrating the city’s Black LGBTQ+ community. But behind the festivities, organizers were confronting a growing financial challenge. -
Robeson County, N.C., where most of the Lumbee Tribe's citizens live, ranks as one of the worst counties in the U.S. for health. The tribe can access the Indian Health Service now, but it's not likely to be sufficient to improve the health of the community. -
Have you ever lined up overnight for a movie or the new iPhone, or stood in line for hours to be in the front row at a concert? Well, what about doing that for a grocery store? It could happen soon as Wegmans prepares to open its first store in Charlotte. The Charlotte Ledger’s Ashley Fahey joined WFAE’s Marshall Terry for our segment BizWorthy. -
The North Carolina Folk Festival's Memorial Open Mic night recognizes the life and legacy of longtime Greensboro resident Matty Sheets. The late musician and songwriter curated open mics across the city for many years, creating a strong sense of community among artists.
NATION & WORLD
Get behind-the-scenes insight and analysis about what’s happening in local and statewide politics from political reporter Steve Harrison.
- Seven community members join WFAE’s advisory board
- WFAE recognizes three Beacon Award winners
- WFAE wins first-place award from Public Media Journalists Association
- WFAE wins five regional Edward R. Murrow Awards, including overall excellence
- WFAE's 45th Anniversary Gala celebrates local journalism and community service with special guest Soledad O'Brien
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