The Roy Moore story you may have missed. Omarosa Manigault is forced to walk the plank. While here in Charlotte, we learn of Joel Ford’s $51,940 severance check.
Voices
What the Doug Jones victory in Alabama should teach black voters
December 13, 2017
If you’re wondering how blacks in America can confront this new wave of racial hostility, look south to what just happened in Alabama.
Wow! What a week (Dec. 3-8)
December 8, 2017
Wow! What a Week. The Russians have been banned from the 2018 Winter Olympics. The International Olympic Committee discovered the […]
Wow! What a week (Nov. 26-Dec. 1)
December 1, 2017
Trump does it again; the list of famous men accused of sexual harassment keeps growing; and some Charlotte Republicans still can’t accept the fact that they lost…bigly.
Wow! What a week (Nov. 12-17)
November 17, 2017
Wow! What a Week Congrats to 300 South Tryon for finally opening this week. This building is in the perfect […]
When Prince Charming is simply a frog wanting to be kissed
November 15, 2017
Most single women aren’t interested in dating a married man, but that doesn’t stop some men from trying.
Friends for life: Addressing the Opportunity Task Force recommendations
November 9, 2017
A proven model will soon begin helping Charlotte’s most vulnerable children escape poverty. It will be a long but worthwhile journey.
In all we do, Foundation For The Carolinas seeks to inspire and empower
October 31, 2017
In seeking solutions to complex problems, our goal is to serve our community and our fundholders in whatever capacity is needed.
I’m listening, Qcity. Tell me how we can improve
October 30, 2017
Take this 2-minute survey and help us shape the future of Qcitymetro.com.
Our smartest investment
October 26, 2017
The $922 million school-bond package on the Nov. 7 ballot is about more than bricks and mortar; it truly speak to opportunity.
It’s time to get off the sidelines to address community concerns
October 23, 2017
Just because a candidate has black skin does not mean that he or she will best advocate for the needs […]
Join Qcitymetro for an On the Table CLT discussion Oct. 25 at Camp North End
October 16, 2017
We’ll be discussing ways to make our community more inclusive and the role Qcitymetro can play in that countywide effort.
Wow! What a week (Oct. 8-13)
October 13, 2017
Black pastors take a knee in Charlotte; Detroit has a watermelon scandal; and Donald Trump is still a moron.
Wow! What a Week (Oct 2-6)
October 6, 2017
Cam Newton gets a lesson about sexism; Republican Tim Murphy gets a lesson about tipping; and rapper B.o.B. needs a lesson in astronomy.
Observer reporter Jourdan Rodrigue must go
October 6, 2017
In journalism, a reporter’s credibility is everything. When that is gone, not much is left. Sadly, Observer sports reporter Jourdan […]
News & Buzz
Gantt Center gets $100,000 gift from Day Runner, a black-owned startup
March 6, 2018
Gantt Center officials said the money will be used to expand programming, especially programming that benefits children.
Entertainment
A peek inside Firehouse Bar & Lounge, soon to be Charlotte’s newest hot spot
March 30, 2017
Owner Clarence Boston said he hopes the lounge, located near Bank of America Stadium, will attract young professionals of all...
Health
Everyone’s a winner at the Sorority Greek Health Olympics
March 24, 2018
Last week I sprinted to the finish line of a wellness project I had been working on since January –...
Faith
Churches must do more to promote health and healing, says World Council of Churches official
February 7, 2018
Dr. Mwai Makoka, in Charlotte to study Mecklenburg County's Village HeartBEAT program, said the church must “embrace a new paradigm”...
People
Women must be agents for change, says international humanitarian Tererai Trent
March 21, 2018
It all starts, she said, when women discover what fuels their individual passions for change.