CMPD is launching a curfew for minors effective Sunday night, aiming to curb youth violence and gatherings, with enforcement set for repeat offenders.

Nov 1, 2026

Queen City Newstransit fare enforcement

New CATS program to make sure light rail riders are buying tickets, help people with questions

People who don't typically buy tickets told Queen City News this may prompt them to change their habits.

Oct 30, 2026

WSOC-TV Localteen curfew ordinance

Teen curfew in Charlotte starts this weekend

A teen curfew goes into effect in Charlotte starting this weekend.

Oct 30, 2026

WBTVelection integrity prosecution

18 charged with illegal voting in North Carolina’s 2024 election

“Protecting the integrity of our elections is fundamental to preserving our constitutional republic."

Oct 30, 2026

Queen City Newsyouth curfew ordinance

Charlotte youth curfew takes effect Sunday; here's what to know

Charlotte city officials tighten youth curfew to 10 p.m. after youth violence, disturbances over the summer.

Oct 30, 2026

WCNC Charlotte Localstadium financing audit

State auditor releases first report on Charlotte's $650M financing for Bank of America Stadium renovations

The NC State Auditor’s first report on Bank of America Stadium renovations shows $3.1 million in spending so far. Here’s where it went.

Oct 28, 2026

WCNC Charlotte Localschool bell schedule changes

CMS seeks family feedback on proposed bell schedule changes at four schools

District officials said they plan to distribute surveys to families and staff at the potentially affected schools before making decisions.

Oct 28, 2026

WFAE 90.7 Local Newscouncil member fraud conviction

Former Charlotte council member Tiawana Brown reports to prison to begin fraud sentence

Former Charlotte City Council member Tiawana Brown said Wednesday she was reporting to federal prison to begin serving a 10-month sentence after pleading guilty to fraud charges.

Oct 28, 2026

WBTVpolice misconduct

Racist text scandal: Roundup of all stories about Charlotte police officers’ exposed group chat

The department moved on Oct. 9 to terminate six officers over racist texts allegedly targeting Black residents.

Oct 28, 2026

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Wastewater biogas to renewable natural gas project

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CMS seeks family feedback on proposed bell schedule changes at four schools

Former Charlotte council member Tiawana Brown reports to prison to begin fraud sentence

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