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Thousands march through uptown Charlotte Saturday as part of a nationwide "No Kings" protest. A new program at the Mecklenburg County jail aims to support those trying to overcome substance abuse. The Carolina Panthers have a winning record.

Early voting is underway in Charlotte’s municipal elections. The only competitive district race on Charlotte City Council is the one in District 6, formerly represented by Tariq Bokhari, who stepped down. Now his wife, Krista, is running as a Republican against Democrat Kimberly Owens. Last week we spent time with Owens. Today, a conversation with Bokhari about why she wants the job.

A new congressional map is making its way through the N.C. General Assembly. Mecklenburg County Parks commissioners ask for more maintenance money. Financial services company SoFi announces it's adding 225 jobs in Charlotte.

Charlotte City Council postpones its appointments to the proposed transit authority. Wait times at DMV offices improve. N.C. may benefit from an increase in lithium refining. Panthers quarterback Bryce Young may miss Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills.

Flight cancellations skyrocket at Charlotte Douglas. The Trump administration approves $155 million for Helene recovery. The Panthers lose a division game to the Saints. Renters in Asheville are struggling with an uptick in mold issues following Helene.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is reportedly shifting resources from Chicago to Charlotte. Charlotte City Council interviewing finalists for the new Metropolitan Transit Authority. Businesses reliant on tourism dollars in areas hit hard by Helene are still struggling more than a year later.

Scout Motors announces new headquarters in Charlotte. The U.S. Senate's continuing resolution to end the government shutdown could have implications for N.C.'s hemp and THC industry. Mecklenburg County purchases a historic farm in Huntersville with plans to build a park.

Last week, Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden announced he is running for reelection. That announcement follows a year of controversy with high-profile resignations, criticisms from staff members and how McFadden dealt with ICE. McFadden has insisted he is following the law when it comes to ICE cooperation and denies accusations by former staff members. Sheriff McFadden joins us to talk about that and more.

Polls open in municipal elections across the state; Mecklenburg County voters to decide the fate of the county's public transportation. Rock Hill promotes Michael Ben Grant to Fire Chief. N.C. SNAP recipients could start seeing their benefits early next week.

We explore what can be learned about character from seven former American presidents. Presidential historian Mark Updegrove profiles Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, the Bushes, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, illustrating the traits that made each suited to their time in the Oval Office.

Mecklenburg County voters approve a sales tax increase to fund a nearly $20 Billion transportation plan. Democrat Kimberly Owens flips the Charlotte City Council District 6 seat blue for the first time. A conversation with Attorney General Jeff Jackson about SNAP funding.

Mecklenburg County Sheriff Gary McFadden announces reelection plans. School districts across the state brace for possible teacher protests over school funding. Flight reductions begin at CLT. Our First Friday Arts panel looks at some November highlights of the area arts scene.

Border Patrol agents arrest 81 people across Charlotte over Saturday; Sunday's total still unknown. CMS to hold a normal in-person school day today. Growth in clean energy employment outpaced N.C.'s other sectors last year. S.C. Congressman Ralph Norman slams state leaders for losing out on the Scout Motors headquarters to Charlotte.

The latest on Border Patrol arrests in Charlotte. A Mecklenburg County commissioner won't run for reelection. Major jobs announcements for the Charlotte region. And a fact check: Are North Carolina teachers really the lowest-paid in the Southeast?

CLT forecasts a big drop in Thanksgiving travel. Immigration raids shutter Charlotte businesses. Auditor finds delays with hurricane relief. And what are Republicans saying about the Border Patrol in North Carolina?

Iryna's Law goes into effect on Monday. A proposed data center in eastern N.C. would be one of the largest in the southeast. Area farmers say Trump Administration tariffs will increase the cost of food this holiday season. Charlotte's Thanksgiving Eve Parade begins at 5:30 in uptown.

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles and new city council members will be sworn in this evening. Local leaders say they're prepared for today's implementation of Iryna's Law. Family members of some of those detained by Border Patrol's Charlotte operation are struggling to locate their loved ones. McAdenville lights up for Christmas.

Charlotte City Council approves $25 million in upgrades to the NASCAR Hall of Fame. A jury finds two men guilty of killing Brooks Sandwich House co-owner Scott Brooks. The Cornelius Police Dept. says it's still actively searching for Madalina Cojocari three years after her disappearance.

NASCAR, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports reach a settlement in their antitrust lawsuit. The co-owner of Sycamore Brewing is arrested on statutory rape and burglary charges. Community leaders ask NCDOT not to widen I-77, and to consider burying some of the existing highway.

CMS enrollment numbers drop to the lowest since 2012. Buried asbestos is an issue again in Davidson. South Carolinians face new limitations on SNAP spending. Some Charlotte-area businesses are moving towards a return to office schedule of five days a week.