Aug. 4, 2026 This morning's Forum offered details about three Mecklenburg County departments that help Mecklenburg residents navigate local and state- and federally-mandated social service programs. The tasks are immense, as are the benefits to the community: Preparing background information ... Continue Reading →
Meet Charlotte’s new Mayor Robert Harrington
July 28, 2026 By ZHATEYA JONES Less than a month after being appointed Charlotte's 60th mayor following the resignation of former Mayor Vi Lyles, Mayor Robert Harrington offered the public a glimpse into how he intends to lead the city during his 18-month term. Speaking at the Sarah Stevenson ... Continue Reading →
West Charlotte High student wins 12th District competition
June 1, 2026 Morgan West was announced May 17 as the 12th District winner in the 2026 Congresssional Art Competition. Wnen the art contest competition display at the Mint Museum Uptown ends June 7, West's work will become part of the 11-month installation in the "Cannon Tunnel that leads into ... Continue Reading →
Shaping the city’s future: What does history tell us?
May 26, 2026 Tuesday's session focused on lessons to be learned from the full history of I-77 in Charlotte. That history includes not just the current dis-endorsement by city and regional transportation boards of state plans to extend express lanes from Brookshire Freeway to South ... Continue Reading →
Supporting the troops during – and after – their service
May 19, 2026 The Forum marked National Military Appreciation Month in the run-up to Monday's Memorial Day holiday. Four veterans spoke, recalling the perils of service, and the long-term effects that service members often carry for the rest of their lives. Above are the speakers' final ... Continue Reading →
May 12, 2026 The following was written by Webex AI. The meeting focused on selecting an interim mayor, discussing candidate qualifications, community involvement, and the importance of leadership skills. Introductions will occur, allowing participants to share their thoughts on potential ... Continue Reading →
Council leaders vow to act on goals residents hold for their city
Dec. 2, 2025 At facilitator Laura McClettie's request, Mayor Vi Lyles focused this morning's Forum on how the city should approach issues key to city's future. One thread from the session: Charlotte leaders believe residents must be more outspoken on their needs and priorities. And for the city ... Continue Reading →
Open Forum draws disparate views on immigration
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Pressure ebbs a bit as Police Chief Johnny Jennings nears retirement
Nov. 11, 2025 It was a thank-you to a police chief as his service nears its end. It was a discussion about mental health, among the residents that police protect and among the police themselves. It was a hats-off from the chief to the dedication and valor of Charlotte's police officers. And the ... Continue Reading →
DA reflects on 91 months in a tough public service role
July 15, 2025 Child development. Mass shootings. Underfunded law enforcers. Data. Mental health. Crisis intervention training. Mental health. Re-election. Curbing youth violence. Predatory neighborhood businesses. Modeling for young people the elements of appropriate behavior in the human ... Continue Reading →
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