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Defenders Investigation: NC losing track of convicts under supervision

Investigators

Defenders Investigation: NC losing track of convicts under supervision

Money

Where's the Money? Campaigns miss donation disclosure deadline

Some of the most recognizable local and state political campaigns failed to meet deadlines to disclose who donated to their cause -- and how they spent that money.
Crime

More than 100 murder defendants await court dates in Mecklenburg County

More than 900 people charged with violent felonies, including 100 murder defendants, haven't faced a jury and it's unclear when they'll appear in court.
Investigations

Sheriff explains inmate access to tablets

In response to a proposal by Global Tel Link, the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office received 1,036 tablets for its detention center and 277 tablets for junveniles.
Investigators

Uncovering systemic racial disparities

While the national acknowledgment of Juneteenth is a step forward in societal progress, there are concerns it's simply a symbolic move.
Crime

Data shows Black people still more likely to be arrested for marijuana possession

Records show 2020 saw the sharpest drop in marijuana arrests in the last few years
Money

CARES Act money disproportionately awarded to small schools in the Carolinas

A WCNC Charlotte analysis of federal spending records shows the initial stimulus package failed to equally distribute funding to colleges and universities.
Vaccine

Why buying a fake COVID-19 vaccination card could endanger your personal information

Helping this shady business is thriving is the fact that there’s currently no federal system to authenticate these cards.
Money

'An unfortunate truth that such injustices persist today' | House committee briefed on disparities uncovered by WCNC Charlotte

During a House Financial Services Committee hearing Wednesday focused on access to fair housing, Rep. Alma Adams entered WCNC Charlotte's findings into the record.
Money

Pandemic closures force Charlotte's music venues to go virtual

The Evening Muse, which has been in Charlotte for nearly two decades, found a way to keep the music alive.
Money

VIRTUAL TOWN HALL: Helping Black applicants overcome home loan disparities

WCNC Charlotte is partnering with local Carolina organizations to make a difference by spotlighting available community resources.
Money

Bring It Home: Virtual town hall

Persistent systemic challenges continue to prevent people of color from securing home loans. This virtual forum provides community help to overcome disparities.

CMPD vows to address Panthers staffing concerns

Masks now required at churches in Mecklenburg County

Chevy Storm Tracker: Monitoring road conditions during heavy rain

Rapidly becoming cooler tonight

Charlotte's Leading Local News: Weather, Traffic, Sports and more | Charlotte, North Carolina | WCNC.com

Defenders Investigation: NC losing track of convicts under supervision

Where's the Money? Campaigns miss donation disclosure deadline

More than 100 murder defendants await court dates in Mecklenburg County

Sheriff explains inmate access to tablets

Uncovering systemic racial disparities

Data shows Black people still more likely to be arrested for marijuana possession

CARES Act money disproportionately awarded to small schools in the Carolinas

Why buying a fake COVID-19 vaccination card could endanger your personal information

'An unfortunate truth that such injustices persist today' | House committee briefed on disparities uncovered by WCNC Charlotte

Pandemic closures force Charlotte's music venues to go virtual

VIRTUAL TOWN HALL: Helping Black applicants overcome home loan disparities

Bring It Home: Virtual town hall

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