Kallan Louis
Kallan Louis is a writer and consultant for qcitymetro.com. He does a lot, but never feels like he’s doing enough. His life can be described as a Venn Diagram: News media, Black culture and sports. He’s always on TV, but rarely seen.
Stories by: Kallan Louis
Brigida Mack leaves ‘Good Day Charlotte’
The Charlotte native and longtime local news personality said she's excited to explore new beginnings.
By Kallan Louis | January 10, 2021
Charlotte sports in 2020: The impact of Covid-19 and Black Lives Matter
We take a look at how the health crisis and racial reckoning affected local sports.
By Kallan Louis | December 30, 2020
2020 couldn’t stop DaBaby’s rock star year
The Charlotte rapper dominated music charts and remained a trending topic in an unprecedented year.
By Kallan Louis | December 28, 2020
With Election Day less than a month away, here’s where we are
Key dates, absentee voting updates and a snapshot of races to watch.
By Kallan Louis | October 5, 2020
How these health entrepreneurs continue to serve up wellness despite pandemic challenges
Three small-business owners in the health sector shed light on a challenging 2020, in the final part of Black Power Moves.
By Kallan Louis | August 31, 2020
Charlotte’s Black media publishers open up about longevity and managing through the pandemic
Part Two of the Black Power Moves series dives into the challenges and opportunities for Charlotte’s flagship Black media companies.
By Kallan Louis | August 17, 2020
Opinion | If J. Cole is chasing hoop dreams, it should be with the Hornets
The N.C. rapper seems poised for a run in the NBA, and it should be in Buzz City.
By Kallan Louis | August 13, 2020
Black Power Moves 2020, Part I: Charlotte Black business leaders share challenges and opportunities
BBOC and the local Black chamber of commerce leaders reflect on the year during Black Business Month.
By Kallan Louis | July 31, 2020
Black-owned catering service brings soul to Crave Charlotte
Personal chef Lisa Brooks led an intimate Southern seafood dinner party for the scaled-down food and drink festival.
By Kallan Louis | July 27, 2020
1CLT Film Fest celebrates film community and highlights diversity
Twelve local film groups organized the two-day virtual event featuring over 20 projects from regional, national and international filmmakers.
By Kallan Louis | July 21, 2020