Recent news about former Destiny’s Child member Michelle Williams checking into a medical facility for depression triggered a memory about […]
Voices
How Michelle Williams triggered my memories of depression
July 25, 2018
Stop the disrespect: Vote Kemba Walker as an All-Star starter
January 3, 2019
Kemba Walker has made two All-Star Game appearances as a reserve. He deserves to be named an All-Star Game starter. He’d be the first since 1993.
Examining a village strategy for 2019: City leaders must stop operating in silos to address our issues
January 2, 2019
A Charlotte educator explores how a village strategy can be the key to solving some of the city’s most urgent problems.
“Take me back, Cardi”: Qcitymetro couple discusses hip-hop marriage stunt and PR
December 17, 2018
His-and-her commentary from Qcitymetro’s managing editor and staff writer.
‘Blackfishing’: Appreciation for Black culture or cultural appropriation?
December 11, 2018
Some are comparing ‘blackfishing’ to ‘blackface’ and pointing out as another example of how mainstream wants Black people’s rhythm but not our blues.
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.”
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.
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.
The epidemic of mass killings in America has left us numb and emotionally drained
October 30, 2018
Whether we blame guns, the paucity of mental health care or the simple loss of civility, something undeniably sick is happening in America.
Why voters should approve all 3 bond initiatives at the end of ballot (Commentary)
October 25, 2018
As an avid Carolina Panthers fan, I often draw inspiration from the “Keep Pounding” motto for causes beyond the team’s […]
News & Buzz
Could this be the year Charlotte makes real progress to fix its affordable housing crisis?
January 17, 2019
Community Link CEO Floyd Davis, Jr. is hopeful after the recent investment into Charlotte's affordable housing crisis, but poses three...
Entertainment
Win 2 tickets to see Patti LaBelle in concert
January 10, 2019
It’s 2019, and the team at Qcitymetro has a “new attitude”! That’s why one of our lucky Morning Brew newsletter subscribers...
Health
5 last-minute gift ideas for fitness lovers
December 18, 2018
Although I love to exercise, retail therapy ranks pretty high on my fave list of things to do. Consequently, I’m...
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
National Mentoring Month: Jarron Thomas, role model in corporate America and the community, thanks to mentors
January 18, 2019
Jarron Thomas has spent years in the tech and consulting industry providing solutions for Fortune 500 companies. His role as...