The former congressman and star athlete discusses the network’s delayed launch and the intersection of sports and social consciousness.
People
Q&A with J.C. Watts Jr., co-founder of Black News Channel
December 2, 2019
20 families recognized as Habitat Charlotte celebrates milestone
November 11, 2019
Habitat for Humanity of Charlotte hosted its HomeJoy celebration to commemorate serving 2,000 families with affordable housing.
Floyd D. Young Jr., a black business pioneer in Charlotte, dies at 81
November 6, 2019
Floyd D. Young Jr., founder of the Charlotte-based food-service company FDY Inc., died Oct. 27, the company announced last week. […]
Lauren Travis, The Barre Code franchise owner, talks about the ballet barre-inspired workout
October 23, 2019
Lauren Travis pursued entrepreneurship after encouraging words from her mother and nearly two years as an instructor for The Barre Code in Miami.
Meet Shelly Betz, a Qcity Newcomer
October 21, 2019
Shelly Betz became an empty nester and decided it was the perfect time to make a new start in the Queen City.
Former TV anchor Delano Little and team to open The Public House uptown
October 15, 2019
Delano Little spent nearly 30 years on TV. His latest venture dips into Charlotte’s food and music scene with an upscale restaurant and jazz club.
Women’s Business Center of Charlotte leader breaks down the numbers for women-owned businesses
October 8, 2019
Natalie Williams shares the data on women-owned businesses and what it means for Charlotte’s Black women entrepreneurs.
City announces Kerr Putney’s retirement plan, and it’s complicated
October 7, 2019
Charlotte City Manager Marcus Jones said a permanent replacement will be named after the Republican National Convention.
Essence Magazine’s latest cover features Carolina beauty queens
October 7, 2019
The magazine features Miss America, Miss USA and Miss Teen USA for its “This is America” photo shoot.
Artist Whitney Austin shares how tragedy inspired her to bet on herself
October 2, 2019
The millennial gallery owner is following her passion and people are taking notice.
News & Buzz
Ron Rivera out as Panthers head coach
December 3, 2019
Panthers owner David Tepper said removing Rivera was the best decision for the team's long-term success.
Entertainment
What’s Happening, CLT: Dec. 6-8 weekend guide
December 5, 2019
Check out some events happening in Charlotte this weekend.
Voices
Qcitymetro launches news initiative for Historic West End
December 1, 2019
Powered by a grant from the Knight Foundation, we will work with westside residents and stakeholders to expand media coverage...
Health
“Black don’t crack,” but it can
December 4, 2019
Melanin plays a role in how our skin ages, but more women in their 30s are seeking out anti-aging cosmetic...
Faith
Another accolade for Village HeartBEAT
November 26, 2019
The Mecklenburg County program that works with local churches to address health disparities in Black and Latino communities won a...