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UNCC students protest in support of Palestinians. State officials examine a new pollutant in NC drinking water. Piedmont Lithium Carolinas gets mining permit for a Gaston County facility. Two charter schools get approval for dramatic expansion.

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson sits in the guest's chair. Mike Collins, the host of “Charlotte Talks,” interviews Tommy about his new book, “Dogland.” It’s about the Westminster Dog Show and the bond between dogs and their people.

Charlotte City Council holds first hearing on the upcoming fiscal year budget. BMX riders from around the world descend on Rock Hill for the World Championships. A memorial service will be held today for slain officer Sam Poloche.

Students at NC public universities may soon see history taught differently. Spring homebuying season is off to a tough start. UNC-Charlotte's football stadium will get a major makeover. CSO unveils a new mobile stage.

Charlotte City Council will vote to impose tougher energy efficiency standards in municipal buildings. Rock Hill schools close after a stormy weekend. Charlotte FC finally loses at home. And Charlotte's new people-powered street sweeper gets taken for a spin.

A new vision plan for SouthPark calls for $250 million in new infrastructure. A new heat mapping initiative will track Charlotte's hottest neighborhoods this summer. UNC Board of Governors appears poised to alter DEI initiatives. NC residents have poured more than $600 million into sports betting.

Piedmont Lithium says the state has approved its mining permit. CMS turns focus to seniors who haven't made post-graduation plans. Charlotte City Council approves huge new development in Ballantyne. CMPD releases first-quarter crime statistics.

The CMS school board public hearing takes center stage. State lawmakers begin their legislative session this week. Davidson College signs a 20-year solar deal. And Charlotte's proposed Red Line commuter rail may have some signs of life.

Mecklenburg County Manager Dena Diorio proposes a 1.5 cent property tax hike. Nearly 200 Wake Forest University staff and faculty sign an open letter condemning the administration's handling of recent campus protests. Charlotte's population continues to boom. A new developer looks at ways to preserve green space.

Mecklenburg County Manager Dena Diorio presents her budget for the upcoming fiscal year to the county commission. Police identify the man shot by an off-duty Pineville police officer. A scene reminiscent of the movie 'Up' is playing out in Charlotte's Optimist Park neighborhood.

UNC Charlotte students continue pro-Palestine protest. Charlotte metro air quality improves. Panthers make a trade to move up in the NFL Draft. A weekend event celebrates John Coltrane. A new mural preserves minority experiences during the pandemic. Boom Charlotte returns at Camp North End.

Superintendent Crystal Hill wants to ask county commissioners for an $82 million budget increase. CMPD taking steps to modify how they use force. County commissioners hear a proposal to merge two arts organizations. Davidson adopts a Climate Action Plan.

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson convenes a panel of three experts on Charlotte for his second SouthBound Live event about the future of the city. This time we’re talking about affordable housing, equity, and what we can learn from the city’s history.

CATS goes back to the drawing board for proposed Red Line. EPA announces new water standards for PFAS. All but three new NC charter schools have asked for delays. Frontier Airlines announces new routes from CLT.

Charlotte Regional Business Alliance CEO resigns. CMPD arrests long-time offer charged with financial crimes. Union County Superintendent is named regional superintendent of the year. Charlotte 49ers women's basketball coach leaves for Marquette.

Almost 2,300 additional NC families notified of school voucher eligibility. United Methodist Church resumes general conference in uptown. NC to receive $156M for solar energy. SC budget proposal includes a provision prohibiting transgender students from using preferred bathrooms.

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to Pete Candler. He comes from a storied Southern family—one of his ancestors founded Coca-Cola—but Pete has written a new book about the secrets in his family’s history, and in the South’s history as well.

Mecklenburg Board of Elections dismisses allegations against Caleb Theodros. City Council approves revisions to the Sustainable Facilities Policy. Central Piedmont Community College offers new AI program. The fight between a Monroe restaurant and protesters reaches federal court.

Gov. Roy Cooper releases his proposed budget. CATS looks for ways to make the Gold Line more reliable. CMS holds first-ever Spanish spelling bee. BizWorthy explains the tax implications of sports betting.

Four officers were killed and four more injured Monday in an hourslong standoff, in what amounts to the worst single day for law enforcement in Charlotte's history. CMS school board set to vote on Superintendent Crystal Hill's budget proposal. City prepares for Lovin' Life Music Fest in uptown.