North Carolina
Black sitcoms from back in the day have always been regarded as a staple in the community, impacting our upbringing and bringing laughs and relatability that other shows could not. Many of these shows featured relatable characters, perfect storylines, and a diverse cast. However, many of these shows flew under the radar or only lasted […]
Chick-fil-A restaurants across the Charlotte area are showing appreciation to customers with a fan favorite: free Large Waffle Potato Fries. From Monday, Sept. 8 through Saturday, Sept. 13, participating locations will offer the complimentary fries exclusively through the Chick-fil-A App, per WCCB. No purchase is necessary, but the offer is limited to one per guest […]
Every vote matters, and your voice deserves to be heard! Early voting is now open for the upcoming municipal elections here in North Carolina. From now through September 6, you can vote early at any early voting site in your county—no need to wait until Election Day or go to a specific location. And here’s the best part—you can […]
Fantasia has joined fellow Carolina native 803Fresh on the trail ride for the remix of the viral smash hit "Boots On The Ground."
Rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders, son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, will start for the Cleveland Browns in their Aug. 8 preseason game against the Carolina Panthers. Drafted in the fifth round at No. 144 overall, Sanders had once been projected as a first-round pick, according to WBTV. He played under his father throughout college […]
A new Italian food stall from a Food Network-featured chef is coming to Optimist Hall this Friday. ESO Artisanal Pasta, known for its handmade pasta and traditional sauces, will open Aug. 8 in the popular Charlotte food hall. The concept was founded by Sankofa, a Charlotte native who has appeared on Food Network’s Chopped and […]
Shaq Thompson, recently released by the Carolina Panthers, has put his Charlotte mansion on the market for $10.7 million. Located on Carmel Park Drive in one of the city’s most prestigious neighborhoods, the 10,957-square-foot estate—named “Three Little Birds”—sits on a 1.6-acre lot just two miles from SouthPark and minutes from Uptown. According to WCNC, the […]
Twelve people were injured Tuesday morning during a fight at a McDonald’s in southwest Charlotte, according to WBTV. Medic said it responded to a call for an assault around 10:30 a.m. at the fast-food restaurant on South Tryon Street near Yancey Road. Paramedics treated 12 people for non-life-threatening injuries at the scene. Three were taken […]
Amazon is investing $10 billion in a new high-tech campus in Richmond County that’s expected to create 500 high-paying jobs, the company announced this week. According to WBTV, the facility will focus on cloud computing and artificial intelligence innovation. While no opening date has been announced, the project marks a major expansion of Amazon’s footprint […]
Former UNC basketball star Antawn Jamison is selling his $14 million mansion in Union County. According to WBTV, the 12,624-square-foot estate, listed Tuesday, sits on 30 gated acres along Crane Road near Waxhaw-Marvin Road. The property includes six bedrooms, seven full bathrooms, and three half baths, with bespoke finishes and soaring 30-foot ceilings. Luxury features […]
A Tennessee man was arrested Tuesday night after allegedly attempting to steal an Amtrak train in north Charlotte. Joseph Seigle, 43, reportedly broke into the conductor’s car at the Amtrak station on North Tryon Street just before midnight. Two Amtrak employees were in their office when they heard the train horn activate. Seigle faces charges […]
A sinkhole has closed a busy west Charlotte road, with officials expecting the closure to last several days. The incident occurred on Tuesday, June 3, when a soft spot in the road began to open up. According to WBTV, city and state transportation authorities responded by setting up cones and yellow tape around the sinkhole, […]
