‘Calm the chaos’: State auditor talks CMS probe
The state’s watchdog took his message to the lobby of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg school district.
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Former Charlotte Councilwoman Tiawana Brown sentenced to prison for COVID-19 relief fraud
In an emotional 2 1/2-hour sentencing hearing, Judge Kenneth Bell ordered former Charlotte City Council member Tiawana Brown to return to prison for 10 months.
Charlotte votes to revive I-77 South toll lane project
The Charlotte City Council voted 7-4 shortly before 10 p.m. Tuesday to support the Interstate 77 South toll lane expansion project, reversing its previous stance.
CMS board member unaware of Chair Sneed allegations
A Charlotte-Mecklenburg School Board member says she was not aware of the allegations against Chair Stephanie Sneed when the board placed Superintendent Crystal Hill on leave.
Political Beat Preview: House District 98
The Political Beat is kicking off election coverage of some of the biggest races in our area.
Explosive CMS files raise questions about board chair, consultant contracts
The explosive CMS files raise many questions about the actions of CMS Board Chair Stephanie Sneed, including why Raki McGregor was getting multiple jobs, why he was brought back in after Superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill did not renew his contract, whether the School Board knew about his involvement, and whether district policies were purposely not followed to hide his involvement.
District Attorney asking SBI to investigate ‘financial irregularities’ involving CMS
Mecklenburg County District Attorney Spencer Merriweather is asking the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation to look into the reports of “alleged financial irregularities” involving transactions within Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
By Joe Bruno, wsoctv.com and WSOCTV.com News Staff
CMS superintendent accuses Board of extortion and chair of steering contracts to friend
A more than 200-page report from Dr. Crystal Hill alleges extortion, cronyism, and misspending by the CMS Board and its chair, Stephanie Sneed.
Coca-Cola says it contributes $10M in economic activity every hour
Locally, Coca-Cola Consolidated says it serves as an engine for that growth.
North Charlotte mini mart penalized after shots fired investigation
A north Charlotte mini mart will either pay a fine or lose its liquor license for a week after the ABC Commission says its employee failed to cooperate with police.
Man accused of taking pictures of girls at Target banned from stores in county
President Trump rallies for Michael Whatley in North Carolina Senate race
Charlotte lands Women’s Tennis Association Finals, HQ and potential annual event
Dredging project at Freedom Park nearly complete
Charlotte may raise property taxes if I-77 South toll lane project is killed
Mecklenburg County is now accepting more recyclables curbside
West Charlotte barbershop asks for help after teens bust in, steal items
Son of Huntersville commissioner charged with murder
City Council to vote on contract for new hanger for CMPD’s ‘Snoopy’
FDA to hold public hearing on potential use of psychedelic therapies
City Council set to vote on contract for dozens of new transit buses
Democratic Senate candidate Annie Andrews seeks GOP support in South Carolina
Charlotte City Council set to vote on expanding UNC Charlotte police jurisdiction
Panthers, CATS team up for gameday public transit option
Pineville leaders discuss next steps ahead of key I-77 toll lane vote
NC Senate candidate Michael Whatley joins GOP convention lineup
As GOP Convention kicks off, NCDP targets Whatley with geofenced digital ad
Superintendent Crystal Hill breaks silence after $400,000 investigation
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sits down with The Political Beat after G20 meetings
Homicide victim’s father drawn into Senate campaign battle
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