Pay raises, LeMelo Ball lawsuit: See top Charlotte stories
From a City Council pay decision to a high-profile civil case involving LaMelo Ball, here’s a quick look at what’s making news in Charlotte.
- Charlotte City Council approved a tentative agreement giving 10% raises to both fire and police employees, reversing an earlier proposal that would have given firefighters only 7%. To cover the $4.4 million gap, the city will rely on a property tax increase and cuts to fire technician jobs, safety technology and overtime pay.
- Court filings revealed that the family of Angell Joseph is seeking $3.75 million in damages from LaMelo Ball, alleging the Hornets star ran over the boy’s foot outside Spectrum Center and caused complex regional pain syndrome. Ball denies the claim, and a trial is scheduled to begin June 15.
- Former Wells Fargo vice president Jamelle Cuthbertson filed a federal lawsuit accusing the bank of racial and disability discrimination, claiming he was fired during approved paternity leave after raising internal complaints. Wells Fargo said it disagrees with the allegations and intends to defend against them.
- Several old-school Greek restaurants continue feeding generations of Charlotteans, with some dating back to the 1940s and 1950s. Greek immigrants helped shape the city’s food scene by opening diners, sandwich shops and Italian restaurants as Charlotte grew.
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