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Brent Cagle took over CATS during a tumultuous period. Those problems continued as more issues were uncovered. He joins us to discuss the state of the transit system.

Charlotte's newest music festival, the Black Notes Project, is premiering this weekend. It positions classical orchestra traditions alongside contemporary music. On Charlotte Talks, you'll hear about what’s behind its creation, the education and celebration it hopes to provide and some of the artists performing.

On the next Charlotte Talks, the new CEO of the Foundation for the Carolinas — Cathy Bessant. We sit down to talk with Bessant about this new role, the changing world of philanthropy and more.

Like most other big cities in America, Charlotte has an office vacancy problem. Occupancy in office buildings is at a 22-year low, and it might get worse. We dig into a reality that threatens to change our city and others.

Following the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, Congress passed the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act with some dollars earmarked to help schools, but an investigation by WCNC found about $40 million of that money has gone unused in the Carolinas. We hear more about what they found and how the schools that have received funds are using it.

On the next Charlotte Talks, an update on crime in Charlotte and a discussion about what city leaders are considering to remedy it.

Less than a week after Vice President Kamala Harris visited Charlotte pledging federal support to prevent gun violence, another teen died from a shooting. Salisbury attorney Bill Graham releases TV ads to criticize his gubernatorial opponent. Wells Fargo’s name may be added to our skyline, and cold is challenging our water and power systems. Mike Collins discusses this and more on the local news roundup.

On the next Charlotte Talks, artificial intelligence is here — and it’s here to stay. It is already having an effect on education. The good news is that guidance for students and teachers is becoming more readily available.

Charlotte City Council went on its annual retreat to decide priorities for the coming year. Mecklenburg’s County Commission zeroed in on the county’s financial status and budget. A new Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools' policy requires staff members to be able to administer Narcan. And new hires for the Carolina Panthers.

On the next Charlotte Talks, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Superintendent Crystal Hill in a conversation about the challenges she and other educators are facing in public education.

It's been nearly two years since the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade. Reproductive healthcare remains in a state of confusion. Here, the state passed a law that bans abortion in most cases after 12 weeks and includes additional requirements for those seeking the procedure. We discuss the impact thus far and what the future might hold.

On the next Charlotte Talks, the state of day care. How to shop for a day care center, how to budget for it, and why the waiting lists are so long.

On the next Charlotte Talks, the true story of a life ignited by fire, resulting in third-degree burns over 90% of Connor McKemey’s body.

A local upset on Super Tuesday. The Town of Matthews nixes Zoom participation in meetings. Congresswoman Alma Adams invites Mecklenburg Sheriff Garry McFadden to be her guest at the State of the Union. Mike Collins and guests will discuss those stories and more.

Online sports betting is officially legal in the state of North Carolina. But how does it all work? And where does the money from these bets go? What are the ethical implications of sports betting, and how will it be regulated?

A look at how Black Americans have been disproportionately locked out of the home buying market and what some are attempting to do about it.

CMS prepares for the end of COVID-19 relief money. New Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales arrives in Charlotte. Primaries are beginning this weekend in the Carolinas and Spirit Square meets the wrecking ball.

The housing market is making it very difficult for first-time buyers to find a home they can afford. Some are taking a different approach: rent-to-own. Is this a good idea? Are there pitfalls to be aware of?

Award-winning writer Kelly Barnhill tells her story of perseverance and of triumph over a brain injury that left her unable to put words together.

Charlotte City Council considers another change to the 2040 plan and moves ahead with plans for a Hornets practice facility. And Pineville approves a controversial substation. Those stories and more.