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Charlotte FC displays resilience in back-to-back home games

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 21, 2024

Charlotte FC's recent back-to-back home fixtures offered fans a rollercoaster of emotions, showcasing the team’s determination and the electric atmosphere at Bank of America Stadium. The first encounter, a 1-0 victory over DC United, contrasted sharply with a dramatic 2-2 draw against Orlando City, highlighting both the team's defensive resilience and offensive potential despite facing adversity.

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Panthers’ Jaden Crumedy reflects on transition from college football to NFL

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 21, 2024

CHARLOTTE — The Carolina Panthers' seven-man rookie draft class has experienced a whirlwind over the past two months. Since NFL draft weekend, rookies have moved to Charlotte, gone through rookie minicamp, and started organized team activities (OTAs). Mandatory minicamp is wrapping up this week and training camp will arrive quickly in July.

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Local Government Meetings today in North Charlotte

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 20, 2024

North Charlotte Local Government Meetings today.

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Charlotte FC faces Philadelphia Union as crucial road stretch begins

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 20, 2024

Charlotte FC embarks on a critical stretch with five of their next six matches on the road, beginning with a trip to Chester, Pennsylvania, to face the Philadelphia Union. This game will conclude their regular season series against the Union, which began with a fiercely contested draw at Bank of America Stadium. A victory in this rematch could elevate Charlotte FC to third place in the Eastern Conference standings.

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Charlotte awards $1.2M in opportunity fund grants

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 20, 2024

The City of Charlotte Arts and Culture Advisory Board is distributing nearly $1.2 million to local artists and arts and cultural groups via Opportunity Fund grants, bringing the total of the Opportunity Fund's investments to more than $2.7 million in the last two years.

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U.S. Attorney's Office announces summer safety measures including prosecutions

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 20, 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – U.S. Attorney Dena J. King today announced the U.S. Attorney’s Office's initiatives to enhance community safety in Western North Carolina during the summer months, a period historically associated with increased violent crime. The efforts encompass federal prosecutions, partnerships with law enforcement and local communities, and prevention programs.

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U.S. Attorney's Office trains law enforcement on overdose case investigations

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 20, 2024

The U.S. Attorney’s Office conducted a training session in Charlotte today for law enforcement agencies on the investigation and prosecution of fatal and near-fatal overdose cases, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. This initiative is part of a broader effort by federal prosecutors to combat the opioid epidemic and ensure justice for victims and their families.

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Panthers' Dom Capers reflects on team's inaugural season at Clemson

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 20, 2024

Dom Capers hasn't necessarily missed the bus rides, but he has never quite forgotten the feeling. The Panthers' senior defensive assistant can already imagine what it will be like when the Panthers return to Clemson for this year's Fan Fest, as that was the site of "home" games during the franchise's first season in 1995.

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Carolina Panthers announce events celebrating team's upcoming milestone

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 20, 2024

Charlotte – In the ramp-up to the 2024 NFL campaign and in celebration of the team's 30th season, the Carolina Panthers announced details of their 2024 Training Camp presented by Ticketmaster and Fan Fest presented by Daimler Truck North America.

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Charlotte FC earns point against Orlando City SC despite early red card

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 20, 2024

Kerwin Vargas and Brandt Bronico scored in a 2-2 home draw after Scott Arfield’s first-half red card put Charlotte FC down a man for 50 minutes.

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Local Government Meetings today in North Charlotte

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 20, 2024

North Charlotte Local Government Meetings today.

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Charlotte man sentenced to over 12 years for drug trafficking

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 19, 2024

Chad Clay, 31, of Charlotte, was sentenced on Monday to 151 months in prison for distribution of fentanyl and methamphetamine and possession of a firearm by a felon, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.

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Charlotte man sentenced to over 34 years for armed robbery

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 19, 2024

Robert Lee Barringer, 49, of Charlotte, was sentenced on Monday to 412 months in prison followed by five years of supervised release for the armed robbery of a Charlotte-area business, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.

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South Carolina man sentenced to prison for armed robberies

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 19, 2024

Daquan Hampton, 27, of Clover, South Carolina, was sentenced on Monday to 13 years in prison followed by three years of supervised release for a series of armed robberies in Charlotte. The announcement was made by Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.

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Charlotte FC announces starting lineup for match against Orlando City SC

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 19, 2024

Charlotte FC has announced its starting lineup for the upcoming match against Orlando City SC, scheduled for June 19, 2024. The starting XI includes Kahlina; Byrne, Malanda, Privett, Uronen; Arfield, Westwood, Diani; Abada, Agyemang, and Vargas.

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Charlotte man sentenced to prison for illegal firearm possession

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 19, 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – On Monday, U.S. District Judge Robert J. Conrad Jr. sentenced Deddrick Ray Ervin, 35, of Charlotte, to 46 months in prison followed by two years of supervised release for possession of a firearm by a felon, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.

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Local Government Meetings today in North Charlotte

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 19, 2024

North Charlotte Local Government Meetings today.

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Charlotte FC set to host struggling Orlando City SC

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 18, 2024

Charlotte FC follows their 1-0 victory over DC United with a midweek match against Orlando City. This marks the first encounter between the two teams this season. Last season, Charlotte dominated this matchup, securing two wins and a draw against the Lions. However, despite Orlando’s current position at 14th in the Eastern Conference, they are a talented team looking for a spark to turn their season around and cannot be underestimated.

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Panthers sign Daewood Davis to bolster wide receiver corps

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 18, 2024

CHARLOTTE—The Panthers have added another wide receiver before training camp, signing Daewood Davis after a recent workout. Davis, standing at 6-foot-2 and weighing 195 pounds, was named to the All-UFL team this spring following his performance with the Memphis Showboats. In 10 games, he recorded 41 receptions for 446 yards and five touchdowns.

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National League of Cities centennial roadshow to stop in Charlotte

By North Charlotte Today | Jun 18, 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (June 18, 2024) – The National League of Cities (NLC), the voice for America's municipalities for the past century, will make a stop in Charlotte on Wednesday, June 19 as part of its 100th anniversary celebration roadshow. Over the past 100 years, the NLC has been a steadfast advocate for cities and their residents. To commemorate this major milestone, NLC representatives will be traveling across the United States in an eco-friendly bus tour, highlighting the vital role cities play in the nation.