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Cars cruise along I-77 with the Uptown Charlotte skyline in the distance.
City
Just how bad is the traffic in Charlotte?
Spoiler alert: Traffic isn’t great. We dove into the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s congestion data so you don’t have to.
November 05, 2025 10:45 AM
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A stadium packed with thousand of people watch NFL players on the football field during the Super Bowl.
Football
The year the Carolina Panthers went to the Super Bowl
Led by quarterback Cam Newton, the Carolina Panthers had an electric season but came up short on becoming Super Bowl champions.
February 5, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A collage of music artists set to perform for Lovin' Life Music Fest.
Festivals
Lovin’ Life Music Fest announces more names to the 2025 lineup
Lovin’ Life Music Fest has dropped upcoming names including Ludacris, The Revivalists, and Switchfoot to perform in Charlotte.
February 5, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A brick sign showing Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's SouthPark regional branch in front of the brick building and parking lot.
Events
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library launches annual book club competition
Book Club Madness is designed to share readers’ love of books and celebrate book clubs throughout the county.
February 4, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A phone with a screenshot of an Exit 3A game with the actual image of exit 3A from I-277.
Games
Local programmer creating game about Exit 3A
The video game brings Charlotteans laughter regarding what’s considered to be one of the most stressful exits off of I-277.
February 4, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Charlotte skyline at sunset.
Development
Nearly $4 billion invested in Charlotte’s upcoming development
From new construction to re-imagined development projects, there’s a lot to look forward to in the Queen City.
January 31, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Two people holding hands in front of the Confetti Hearts Wall in South End.
Culture
We want to hear your Charlotte love story
Have you found love in the Queen City? We want to know about it.
January 30, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Panthers legend Greg Olsen with his wife Kara and the owner and executive chef of Steak 49.
Nonprofits
Fourth annual HEARTest Yard Ungala to help thousands of families
The annual event brings celebrities, business owners, and the community together to benefit children living with congenital heart disease in the Carolinas.
January 27, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A collage of four football players.
Sports
Charlotte athletes to watch during the Super Bowl
The Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs have an upcoming rematch on Sunday, Feb. 9 with a few Charlotte-area athletes on the rosters.
January 27, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Owner of Trope Bookshop, Katie Mitchell, standing outside the new brick and mortar bookshop.
Small Business
Trope Bookshop announces opening date for brick and mortar
What started as a mobile bookshop is gaining steam in Plaza Midwood, providing readers a new space to read and meet.
January 23, 2025
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Maria Adnado
An accent wall with a centerpiece and chairs aligned for a wedding procession.
Business
Rentable venues in Charlotte
Check out this list of local venues to host your next party, reunion, or reception.
January 23, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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TSA Spokeperson Dan Velez speaks at a podium labeled "CLT Charlotte Douglas International Airport" in front of large digital departure boards. Five people stand behind him, including airport and law enforcement officials, dressed in formal and professional attire. The event appears to be a press conference or official announcement inside the airport terminal.
Airports and Transportation
Charlotte Douglas International Airport prepares for Spring Break travel
Nearly three million travelers are expected to pass through CLT during the 18-day Spring Break, and the airport has tips for a smooth trip.
April 9, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Charlotte and FIFA leaders hold jerseys next to the FIFA World Cup trophy.
Soccer
FIFA raises excitement for Charlotte to host new FIFA Club World Cup
The Queen City will host four matches this summer in FIFA’s new Club World Cup tournament.
April 8, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
Zia Ghafoori poses for a photograph in front of Afghan Halal Market
Small Business
Afghan market opens in Belmont
SV Afghan Halal Market aims to serve the Afghan and veteran communities in the Charlotte area.
April 8, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A rendering of people standing and sitting near a renovated amphitheater in the evening light.
Development
Major upgrades coming to SouthPark’s Symphony Park
The $21 million project would bring micro retail space and restaurants to the park near SouthPark Mall.
April 7, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Two records being held in front of a counter and Hardy Boys Records wall.
Music
Where to celebrate Record Store Day in Charlotte
This is your chance to score new records or longtime favorite albums at local stores participating in the music lovers’ holiday.
April 7, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Thousands of people crowd Bank of America Stadium for a Charlotte FC match as fireworks erupt.
Sports
Charlotte to host World Military Summer Games
The upcoming World Military Summer Games aim to bring a local economic boom while bolstering international diplomacy.
April 4, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
The PGA Championship Trophy is displayed against the golf green.
Sports
2025 PGA Championship announces transportation plans
PGA Championship guests will have options from free CATS service to rideshares and off-site parking.
April 4, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A rendering of people sitting at tables with shoppers walking around on the left side.
Development
The District Exchange to become a two-story market and dining hub
The downtown Concord marketplace is expected to open this summer and boast over a dozen retailers and two restaurants.
April 3, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A side-by-side photo of a restaurant exterior and a food stall interior.
Food
Charlotte’s sister restaurants (without the sibling rivalry)
There’s no lack of options for dining across the Queen City, especially when so many restaurants are sister concepts.
April 3, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Hands hold forks and knives while cutting into plates of food on a decorated dinner table.
Restaurants
Charlotte restaurants react to Michelin Guide expansion into the Carolinas
Charlotte restaurants could soon be included in Michelin Guide’s upcoming Southern region.
April 2, 2025
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Jack VanderToll