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Hosted by Corey with the Story, Charlotte News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Charlotte—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments.

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Sep 19, 2026
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  1. Episode · Sep 19, 2026

    DA Demands SBI Probe Into CMS Financial Claims | Charlotte News (opens the original)

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    Mecklenburg County’s DA is demanding a criminal probe into alleged financial misconduct at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, sparked by damning claims from Superintendent Millard Hill. The report accuses school board chair Stephanie Sneed and others of cronyism, extortion, and misusing taxpayer funds — particularly around a $30K contract with activist Raki McGregor’s firm, Qonnect, for an initiative called “At Home in CMS.” Hill says she was threatened with public exposure to force her resignation,

  2. Episode · Sep 19, 2026

    Cooler Air Arrives This Week | Charlotte News (opens the original)

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    Scattered storms this evening, rain showers on and off through the weekend—umbrella in hand. Cooler air’s rolling in, dipping temps into the 80s Saturday before climbing back to 90 Sunday. But don’t get too comfy: a bigger, more refreshing cool-down arrives Tuesday, just in time for fall’s official start—with more showers too. Late-summer meets early-fall weather: messy, but welcome. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: adverti

  3. Episode · Sep 19, 2026

    Officer-Involved Shooting in North Charlotte | Charlotte News (opens the original)

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    Officer-Involved Shooting in North Charlotte | Charlotte News

  4. Episode · Sep 19, 2026

    Jail North Reopens to Ease Overcrowding | Charlotte News (opens the original)

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    Mecklenburg County’s jail system is taking a major step to ease overcrowding by reopening Jail North—shut down since 2022—to house 209 adult inmates, with four new pods now active as part of a strategic move to relieve pressure at the downtown facility. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.wsoctv.com/news/local/meck

  5. Episode · Sep 19, 2026

    Meacham Road Bridge Closure Update | Charlotte News (opens the original)

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    I-40 West and the Meacham Road bridge in Iredell County, NC, shut down Friday after damage was found under the bridge—likely from an impact. Engineers needed a safe zone to assess the extent, prompting a lane closure and detour via Gregory Road, N.C. 115, and Northside Drive. While the highway lane was expected to reopen by afternoon, Meacham Road remains closed until safety is confirmed. Drivers are urged to monitor DriveNC.gov or social media for real-time updates. Listen in comfort: Get a dis

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