Charlotte

Netflix’s The Hunting Wives has fans buzzing, not just for its drama, but for its familiar Charlotte scenery. The series, which has held a spot in Netflix’s Top 10 for two straight weeks, was filmed throughout the Queen City and nearby Lake Norman. Based on May Cobb’s 2021 novel, the show stars Brittany Snow (Pitch […]

A new report from FinanceBuzz ranks Charlotte as the 20th most boring city in the U.S., based on factors like nightlife, food scene, and cultural events. The study analyzed over a dozen data points across 75 major U.S. cities. Charlotte scored low in categories like culinary scene and nightlife/celebrations, using sources like Yelp, the Yellow […]

Charlotte summers can be relentless, and when the temperatures climb, parents start searching for ways to keep the kids cool without staying cooped up inside. One of the easiest—and most fun—solutions? Splash pads. These free or low-cost water play areas offer a perfect way for families to beat the heat, burn off energy, and enjoy […]

North Carolina drivers with expired standard licenses now have extra time before needing to renew, thanks to a new state law. Senate Bill 391, signed by Gov. Josh Stein, went into effect July 1 and places a moratorium on Class-C license expirations through Dec. 31, 2027. The law applies only to licenses that expire on […]

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control has officially moved out from under the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department and into the city’s General Services Department. The transition, part of the city’s fiscal year 2026 budget, took effect July 1, 2025. The move streamlines volunteer onboarding by eliminating the need for CMPD background checks, which often took months. It […]

Heavy rain from the remnants of Tropical Storm Chantal led to significant flooding across central North Carolina, forcing more than 60 people from their homes and prompting over 50 water rescues, officials said Monday. Floodwaters poured into apartments, shopping centers, and parking lots throughout the Chapel Hill area. The Chapel Hill Fire Department, along with […]

A new sign has been installed atop the Wells Fargo building in Uptown Charlotte, changing the city’s skyline. Helicopters were used to lift the 14-foot-tall letters to the top of the former Duke Energy tower. The sign will undergo several weeks of testing before being officially turned on. Wells Fargo plans to enhance the building’s […]

Charlotte-based fast food chain Bojangles is reportedly up for sale, with a potential price tag of over $1.5 billion, according to the Wall Street Journal. The chain, known for its chicken and biscuits, was sold to The Jordan Company & Durational Capital Management in 2019 for a fraction of the current estimated value. Sources told […]

A proposed energy bill moving through the North Carolina General Assembly could significantly increase how much residential customers pay for renewable energy purchased by Duke Energy. “That’s a time when the residential class is using a higher percentage of energy because they’re turning up their heat pumps, they’re using more electricity to heat their homes. […]

Deputies in Onslow County had an unexpected run-in with a massive alligator this week. The Onslow County Sheriff’s Office said the gator—nicknamed “Pepe the Gator”—was spotted along Old 30 Road on Wednesday. Deputies estimate the reptile was roughly 10 feet long and weighed between 350 and 400 pounds. Fortunately, Pepe didn’t pose a threat to […]

Whataburger has officially made its North Carolina debut, opening its first restaurant in the Charlotte area on Thursday morning. The new location, at 3415 East Franklin Boulevard in Gastonia, drew large crowds—some customers lined up overnight to be among the first served. The grand opening featured an appearance by Whataburger CEO Debbie Stroud, who helped […]

Ardrey Kell High School Principal Jamie Brooks has been suspended with pay, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) records obtained by WCNC Charlotte. Public records indicate that Brooks was suspended on May 2; however, CMS has not disclosed the reason for the suspension or when she might return to her position. Brooks has worked with CMS […]