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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – The City of Charlotte Corridors of Opportunity program is receiving $31.4 million in federal grant funding to advance four infrastructure projects for the inititative. The city says these awards highlight Charlotte’s commitment to enhancing connectivity, improving safety and fostering equitable access to transportation options. “These federal investments affirm Charlotte’s strategic vision to build a connected, equitable and sustainable future,” said Mayor Vi Lyles. “By focusing on infrastructure that serves all residents, these projects will have a lasting impact on our city’s growth and quality of life.” Novant and Atrium Health issue visitor restrictions amid rise in…
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Charlotte city leaders have approved funding for the Charlotte Department of Transportation to install a traffic signal at an intersection that’s become known for vehicle crashes. In a unanimous decision from Charlotte council members on Monday, the city will allocate $214,000 for the traffic signal on East W.T. Harris Boulevard at University Ridge/Rose Heather Court to improve safety for vehicles. The N.C. Department of Transportation conducted an evaluation of crashes at the intersection, which revealed a pattern of left-turning crashes from W.T. Harris onto the side streets. Map-New-Traffic-Signal-at-E-W.T.-Harris-Blvd-and-University-Ridge-DrDownload
Tyler Perry is calling out insurance company cancellations amid the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires, saying the policies are “appalling” and indicative of “pure greed.” As a number of blazes ravaged communities in sprawling Southern California — the largest of them being the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fire — some of those who had lost their […]
Tyler Perry is calling out insurance company cancellations amid the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires, saying the policies are “appalling” and indicative of “pure greed.” As a number of blazes ravaged communities in sprawling Southern California — the largest of them being the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fire — some of those who had lost their […]
Ahead of the start of the Los Angeles Rams-Minnesota Vikings NFC Wild Card playoff game Monday in Arizona, former Rams Super Bowl champion Andrew Whitworth took the mic at State Farm Stadium to send a message of hope and love back to L.A. amid the devastating wildfires that have gripped the city for almost a […]
Jeff Baena, filmmaker behind ‘The Little Hours’ and ‘Life After Beth,’ died by suicide at age 47 after battling depression. The entertainment world is mourning the untimely death of Jeff Baena, the writer-director known for his distinct blend of dark comedy and heartfelt storytelling. Baena, 47, was found dead at his Los Angeles home on Friday, with authorities ruling his death a suicide. His passing marks a profound loss for independent cinema, as Baena’s innovative work left an indelible mark on the film industry. Jeff Baena suicide Jeff Baena began his career in the early 2000s, co-writing the 2004 existential…
Miranda Pugliese has died after living a life of joy, kindness, and the community mourns. The West Chester community and rugby world are mourning the death of a beloved soul, Miranda (Northcott) Pugliese, who passed away on Friday, January 2025. Miranda’s life was a testament to kindness, compassion, and positivity. Born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, she became an integral part of the West Chester community, where her bright spirit and infectious laugh left an indelible mark on everyone she encountered. Miranda Pugliese death From her early days in Philadelphia, Miranda radiated warmth and joy, characteristics that only grew as…
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Queen City News learned on Monday that Reverend Franklin Graham will deliver the invocation at President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. He spoke last year at the Republican National Convention and at Trump’s first inauguration in 2017. His father, the late Reverend Billy Graham, has spoken at seven inaugurations for both Democrat and Republican presidents including Lyndon B. Johnson, Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, Herbert Walker Bush, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton. Queen City News also learned that country music star Carrie Underwood will perform “America the Beautiful” just ahead of Trump’s official swearing-in next Monday.
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Bob Lacey, known to Charlotte listeners as one half of the “Bob & Sheri” morning show, announced his retirement Monday. Lacey said on air of the syndicated, Charlotte-based show that he is stepping down at the end of January. He noted that he is in good health, and there are no big changes in his life. “At one point, you have to say to yourself, ‘Is it time for somebody else take over?'” he said. ‘John Boy and Billy Show’ leaving flagship Charlotte station WRFX “Bob & Sheri” have been on flagship station 104.7 FM…
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Bob Lacey, known to Charlotte listeners as one half of the “Bob & Sheri” morning show, announced his retirement Monday. Lacey said on air of the syndicated, Charlotte-based show that he is stepping down at the end of January. He noted that he is in good health, and there are no big changes in his life. “At one point, you have to say to yourself, ‘Is it time for somebody else take over?'” he said. ‘John Boy and Billy Show’ leaving flagship Charlotte station WRFX “Bob & Sheri” have been on flagship station 104.7 FM…