Civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson, 84, has been hospitalized as he continues treatment for progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a rare neurological disorder, according to statements from his family and close aides. Recent speculation surrounding Jackson’s condition prompted his family to clarify that he ...

This holiday season, Yung Joc & The Streetz Morning Takeover is giving listeners a chance to win big with Yung Joc’s $5,000 Christmas Stacks — happening every weekday morning on Streetz 103.3/100.5 FM! Listeners will have two chances every morning to cash in during the live show ...

As the holiday season settles over the Queen City, WCNC Charlotte and The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte have kicked off their annual Magical Toy Drive, a signature effort dedicated to making sure children in struggling families still get to experience ...

Another under-the-radar issue: local businesses in Charlotte are feeling the strain from what’s been described as the longest government shutdown in state history. WCNCThe shutdown has impacted regulatory-environment headwinds, supplier disruptions, and uncertainty for smaller firms—an important contrast to the splashy ...

EV startup Scout Motors announced it will locate its global U.S. headquarters in Charlotte’s Plaza Midwood neighborhood, with plans to create 1,200 jobs and invest roughly $207 million. Charlotte NC+1The average annual wage has been reported at around $172,878 for these new roles, signaling high-end job ...

Federal agents from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) began enforcement operations in Charlotte on Nov. 15, leading to a significant response from local officials and business owners. Gephardt Daily+1Key points: Agents targeted ...