Community Link CEO Floyd Davis, Jr. is hopeful after the recent investment into Charlotte’s affordable housing crisis, but poses three questions that need answers as the community tackles the issue.
Voices
Could this be the year Charlotte makes real progress to fix its affordable housing crisis?
January 17, 2019
WBTV to air ‘candid and raw’ conversation about guns, violence and young black boys
January 16, 2019
The one-hour show will be broadcast on Jan. 21 — Martin Luther King Day — and will include a range of community voices, including the voices of five black boys who talk about the challenges they face growing up in Charlotte.
For Thomas Davis, a roller-coaster career falls short of fairy-tale ending
January 14, 2019
Professional sports are big business. David Tepper’s NFL record $2.2 billion purchase of the Carolina Panthers last year is proof […]
As the CIAA tournament leaves Charlotte, another piece of culture leaves with it
January 9, 2019
Months prior to the CIAA basketball tournament relocation announcement, the Queen City Battle of the Bands also said goodbye to Charlotte. What gives?
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 […]
Rae Carruth, despite his tale of woe, is NOT the victim here
October 23, 2018
Commentary: Gee, it’s hard to imagine that y’all aren’t doing happy handstands at the prospect of running into Rae in the frozen foods section of your local Piggly Wiggly.
Things to know about the 6 ballot amendments
October 11, 2018
Midterm elections are near, and polls show that many voters know little about the six amendments on the ballot.
News & Buzz
Kemba Walker made the All-NBA Third Team, should Charlotte be worried?
May 24, 2019
Will Kemba Walker stay with the Hornets after making All-NBA Third Team? The team has the cap space and money...
Entertainment
Hip-Hop legends headline this year’s North Carolina Music Hall of Fame inductees
May 6, 2019
Five music artists with North Carolina ties to be honored at a ceremony in October.
Health
Health expert Dr. Ian Smith gives tips, dispels myths on clean eating and healthy living
May 19, 2019
During a recent Charlotte visit, the New York Times bestselling author and TV host sat down with QCityMetro to talk...
Faith
Local church organizes to bail out dads on Father’s Day
May 22, 2019
New Birth Charlotte Church launches Father’s Day Bail Out initiative to bail out nonviolent, first-time offenders on June 16, 2019.
People
Charlotte Artsy Folks, bridging the gap between artists and art collectors
May 23, 2019
Charlotte Artsy Folks, a local group of African American art collectors and art lovers, looks to create closer connections with...