What I’ve learned from a year of listening to Charlotte — and what comes next.

A reflection on imperfect Christmas trees, odd neighbors, family traditions, and the characters who shape the season — from my childhood swamps to Charlotte today.

Let’s start with a story I know is true. I ran over a nail last Monday morning. Photographer Logan Cyrus and I had planned to ride around and talk to people about the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s blitz here, but somewhere between my home and daycare my tire started going flat. I asked him […]

Mecklenburg’s transportation referendum isn’t just about rails, roads, or buses. It’s a test of trust—trust in the plan’s guardrails, in elected leaders, and in one another.

The Charlotte region continues to draw loads of newcomers. Here’s a letter to the newest among us — about pizza boxes, traffic jams, barbecue sauce, and finding a little magic in unexpected places.

In Charlotte and beyond, nonprofits are facing a future with fewer resources, rising demand, and a push to operate more like businesses.

A summer night in Charlotte sparks up memories