There’s a niche of black people who enjoy craft beer. Can we play a role in Charlotte’s brewery boom?
Voices
Justice is no longer blind with Kavanaugh confirmation
October 1, 2018
With the impending confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court, we’re witnessing the continued erosion of the justice system.
The reason I (a black man) speak up for, and alongside, black women
September 17, 2018
Serena Williams’ treatment proves that the black women I want my daughter to emulate unfairly have to be three times better than everyone else.
Brands must take a stance to survive. Nike made itself clear with Colin Kaepernick ad
September 4, 2018
A post shared by colin kaepernick (@kaepernick7) on Sep 3, 2018 at 12:20pm PDT “Believe in something. Even if it […]
Black millennials ‘stay prayed up,’ according to Pew report
August 5, 2018
When it comes to faith, black millennials are spiritually inclined and low maintenance but always questioning purpose.
An open letter to Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys
August 2, 2018
Dear Jerry Jones, Oh say can YOU see? You have fumbled an opportunity to intercept a lie and use your […]
Can the StoryMining250 project make us less divided?
July 31, 2018
Levine Museum of the New South’s oral history initiative seeks to build bridges among differences.
Qcitymetro has a new managing editor, and that’s exciting
July 31, 2018
As the website’s top editor, Katrina Louis will be responsible for, among other things, deciding what content gets published.
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 […]
In fighting to oppose the RNC in Charlotte, LaWana Mayfield showed why voters put her in office
July 17, 2018
As far back as December, Mayfield stood alone among her city council peers as having the prescience to understand just how divisive this issue could become for Charlotte.
Why I don’t want the Republican National Convention in Charlotte
July 9, 2018
If social and economic mobility is what we claim as our focus, bringing the RNC to Charlotte would be in direct conflict to that.
What About Us? A Letter from America’s Children
July 3, 2018
As concerned Americans line up to protest President Trump’s ill treatment of immigrant families, a writer asks, where is that same compassion for our U.S.-born children who suffer abuse, neglect and poverty?
Charlotte hosts the GOP convention? Not so fast, says Braxton Winston
July 3, 2018
The first-term city council member says he wants to hear more from the city’s residents before making up his mind.
Journalists are there – heading toward the crazy.
July 1, 2018
The people who cover news are in a fight for your lives, and theirs.
Auntie Maxine might have been wrong, but it felt so good
June 29, 2018
Why are Democrats still playing nice? America has proven that it worships a thug masculinity that bullies citizens and leads by division.
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...