Voices

Opinion | How does the pro-life stance square with the realities facing Black women?

I know from experience that pregnancy is a miraculous, beautiful experience but also a potentially life-ending one.
By Crystal Marie | November 2, 2020
People

Charlotte’s Miss USA prepares to pass the crown

Q&A with Charlotte lawyer Cheslie Kryst, who served an unusually long and eventful term as Miss USA. Her next stop: TV.
By Cristina Bolling, Charlotte Ledger | November 2, 2020
Voices

Opinion | Why I’m working to pass the bonds, again

Charlotte voters will decide whether to approve nearly $200 million in bonds for affordable housing, neighborhood improvements and transportation projects.
By Sam Smith, Vote Yes for Bonds committee | November 1, 2020
Voices

Opinion | My African history could shape your American future

This election is not about Joe or Kamala. It’s about the empathetic, inclusive and more effective ways they will govern.
By Bo Machayo | October 30, 2020
Election 2020

Supreme Court upholds NC ballot acceptance extension

Postmarked NC ballots submitted through the mail on time will still be counted if the Postal Service does its job by Nov. 12.
By Jordan Wilkie, Carolina Public Press | October 29, 2020
Voices

Opinion | HBCUs have much to celebrate, but there’s still work to do

The FUTURE Act, the first HBCU graduate on a major presidential ticket and a rich history of excellence are accomplishments worth noting.
By Rep. Alma S. Adams | October 27, 2020
People

DaBaby’s new crib makes waves in small-town Troutman

Neighbors complain about guard towers, stadium lighting and armed entourage.
By Tony Mecia and Cristina Bolling, Charlotte Ledger | October 26, 2020
Voices

Opinion | As a Black educator, the pandemic has affirmed my vision for America’s most vulnerable students

The pandemic has emboldened my support for charter schools and the belief that we need more of them.
By Cheryl Turner | October 22, 2020
Culture

Pandemic isn’t stopping these HBCU homecomings

These North Carolina HBCUs are rounding out homecoming season with virtual festivities.
By QCity Metro Staff | October 21, 2020
Election 2020

Tips for in-person early voters in Mecklenburg County

Things to know before you cast your ballot at early voting sites.
By QCity Metro Staff | October 15, 2020