North Mecklenburg News

GOP candidate: North Carolina absentee ballot changes 'smacks of subterfuge'

By David Beasley | Oct 19, 2020

The North Carolina State Board of Elections' decision to rewrite election laws despite a judge's order and legislative intent "smacks of subterfuge and cheating," Richard Rivette, a Republican candidate for the state House of Representatives, said.

Five Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officers resign after man dies in custody

By David Beasley | Oct 14, 2020

Five Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officers, including a sergeant, resigned after they were recommended for firings over the death of Harold Easter after he had a seizure in police custody.

Treasurer calls for two North Carolina transportation officials to be replaced after audit

By David Beasley | Jul 28, 2020

North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell wants two North Carolina Department of Transportation officials replaced after another state audit was critical of the agency.

New Korean BBQ restaurant will use thermal imaging to check customers' temperatures when entering

By David Beasley | May 29, 2020

As Charlotte gradually reopens from the COVID-19 shutdown, one restaurant owner is taking extra precautions to make sure his customers are safe.