What we can all learn from a Charlotte 12-step recovery program, and what it needs to keep going

Buddhist monks crossed into North Carolina on a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace. And for two days, Charlotte walked with them.

The Panthers are playoff-bound for the first time since 2017. One contributing factor might be the city itself.

Against long odds, Mecklenburg County passed a monumental transportation package that could reshape how Charlotte moves and grows for decades to come.

Charlotte’s next big investment in curiosity is the new $65 million Museum of Nature beside Freedom Park, replacing the 73-year-old building that stood on the same ground. With otters, tree canopies, and even the roots of a fallen ash on display, its future mission is the same as its past.

It’s bigger than just a merger. It’s a result of Gen Z’s pragmatism, Charlotte’s tradition of partnerships, and the new rules for surviving in higher ed.

On Wendover Road in Charlotte, day laborers wait for jobs that may not come. Their lives capture the uncertainty of work, immigration, and trust.

In exclusive interviews, McFadden defends his workplace culture, praises his programs, and hints at another run for office.

When the unthinkable happens, people don’t want numbers. They want words that speak to their hearts.

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles is running for a fifth term. We sat down with her to talk about legacy, criticism, and what keeps her coming back.