The tournament will remain in Charlotte through 2020, but after that…who knows?
News & Buzz
CIAA in talks with 3 cities to host popular basketball tournament
December 8, 2018
8 moments in Charlotte’s Black history as we celebrate its 250th birthday
December 3, 2018
As the city of Charlotte celebrates its 250th birthday today with cake and fanfare, we wanted to revisit some of […]
Don’t let “The Real Sidechicks of Charlotte” make you think marriages are dying
December 2, 2018
After its premiere, this Charlotte wife gives her response to the new reality web series, “The Real Sidechicks of Charlotte.”
On World AIDS Day, this health advocate offers 3 ways you can raise awareness
December 1, 2018
Solita Jefferies has spent 15 years spotlighting health issues in communities of color.
The Made Man Foundation honors local male leaders
November 28, 2018
Nearly 30 Black male leaders will be recognized at The Made Man Honors ceremony on Nov. 29, including honorees Shaun Corbett, Tory Dandy and Rodrick Banks.
5 stories of entrepreneurship as we celebrate National Entrepreneurs’ Day
November 19, 2018
We’re revisiting five of our top feature stories ahead of National Entrepreneurs’ Day on Nov. 20.
Have we finally dropped the stigma around Black infertility?
November 16, 2018
Local advocates and celebrities — like Michelle Obama and Gabrielle Union — rekindle talks about Black infertility.
RNC 2020 organizers commit to Black business inclusion
November 14, 2018
Black leaders are developing a directory of Charlotte’s Black businesses to ensure diverse vendors involved with the 2020 Republican National Convention.
Inclusion in nonprofit leadership is an opportunity for all
November 13, 2018
People of color must be equitably represented in nonprofit leadership if we hope to achieve economic and social mobility for all.
More than 54 million people projected for Thanksgiving travel, says AAA
November 13, 2018
According to new data from AAA, 54.3 million Americans will travel from Nov. 21 to Nov. 25 for the Thanksgiving […]
Entertainment
It’s time that a black person reviewed “The Book of Mormon”
July 27, 2018
I finally admitted I was totally offended and there wasn’t a damn thing funny.
Voices
How Michelle Williams triggered my memories of depression
July 25, 2018
Recent news about former Destiny’s Child member Michelle Williams checking into a medical facility for depression triggered a memory about...
Health
7 tips for staying fit during the holidays
November 21, 2018
The end of the year is typically when most weight gain occurs. Here are strategies to help you stay on...
Faith
After deadly attack on Pittsburgh synagogue, Charlotte’s faith leaders call for love, unity
October 31, 2018
Three days after a gunman killed 11 worshipers inside a Jewish center in Pittsburgh, members of Charlotte’s faith community came...
People
25 female politicians honored during local “Celebration of Women Elected to Office”
December 7, 2018
The Black Women’s Caucus of Charlotte-Mecklenburg and the Charlotte Women’s March honored 25 local women during their annual recognition ceremony.