https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/education/article315604386.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/6c3e4b3a-d1c7-44c9-8937-0c345c06f121/1_th.jpg Charlotte teachers, supporters on why they attended today's protest in Raleigh CMS teachers, parents and supporters traveled to Raleigh to protest for a mass rally and protest for more funding for public schools. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/education/article315604386.html/video-embed 83 2026-05-02T09:00:00Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article315594403.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/cc0362e9-4ae8-4019-8d33-58265f863494/2_th.jpg Former Panthers HC Steve Wilks discusses joining App State staff App State's athletics department has hired former Panthers coach Steve Wilks as a special assistant to the overall department. The Charlotte native will work with the athletics staff and the football program in 2026. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article315594403.html/video-embed 140 2026-04-30T23:40:34Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article315573519.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/975590e6-bb0a-4aba-9d46-269da04b3491/1_th.jpg Orrman’s Cheese Shop hosts Raclette Night at Charlotte shop Orrman’s Cheese Shop is hosting its regular Raclette Night in Charlotte, featuring the Swiss-French tradition of melting raclette cheese and scraping it over boiled potatoes with charcuterie, pickles, and bread. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article315573519.html/video-embed 12 2026-04-29T16:38:59Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article315600610.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/adaeba9a-d6cb-45ae-9b84-2c35b199df06/1_th.jpg 911 calls detail plane crash that killed Greg Biffle, six others Iredell County released multiple 911 calls from the morning of the plane crash at Statesville Regional Airport that killed NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his family and three others last year. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article315600610.html/video-embed 263 2026-05-01T15:30:32Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/readers-choice/article315585588.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/caa32a51-cc38-4f53-9b4e-9f4fdbd20db9/2_th.jpg Osteria LuCa in Park Road Shopping Center highlights seasonal menu favorites Ken and Tricia Martino, owners of Osteria LuCa, share gratitude for community support since opening in January 2020 and spotlight dishes like locally made burrata, pan-seared salmon, and spaghetti alla nerano with shrimp. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/readers-choice/article315585588.html/video-embed 55 2026-05-01T12:00:15Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/readers-choice/article315586610.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/fb4f827b-726d-41c6-81ae-7f8c4bcac25d/1_th.jpg Antico owner Daniela Turano shares family roots — and the dishes Charlotte diners love most Daniela Turano, co-owner of Antico, talks about her Italian heritage, why food is “a way of life,” and the restaurant’s most popular menu items and specials. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/readers-choice/article315586610.html/video-embed 70 2026-05-01T11:58:26Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article315585724.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/a745bf92-8db5-4cd4-ade4-ba66498d075b/1_th.jpg 20+ cheap bars in Charlotte for beer & cocktails Explore 20+ cheap bars in Charlotte offering affordable beer, cocktails and daily drink specials. Find budget-friendly dive bars and local favorites across the city. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article315585724.html/video-embed 59 2026-05-01T10:00:00Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/article315590130.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/e020dbd4-72ef-4f76-a30e-d6c8d02073b9/2_th.jpg 'What is impacting the kids to change': Former NFL speaks about child abuse in Charlotte Former NFL player and current sheriff's deputy, Laveranues Coles speaks to the Hood-Hargett Breakfast Club about recognizing abuse in children on Thursday, April 30, 2025. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/article315590130.html/video-embed 45 2026-04-30T19:10:36Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article309934735.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/9b3268dc-24f2-4e12-8e14-a855ded7c214/1_th.jpg Lake Norman waters provide peace to veterans John Decoteau, Marine Corps veteran and member of Freedom Boat club, talks about boating on Lake Norman through the Freedom Boat club. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article309934735.html/video-embed 66 2025-07-07T09:00:00Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article315584785.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/3e80bb89-0c97-4788-8409-36cfe81ab16e/1_th.jpg POV: You’re back in the 2007-08 Charlotte area drought In 2007-2008, Charlotte suffered its worst drought. It lasted more than a year, leaving Charlotte with a nearly 15-inch rainfall deficit in 2007. This timeline revisits the moments that defined the drought across the Charlotte region. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article315584785.html/video-embed 102 2026-04-30T14:23:02Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article315584400.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/c9c64a26-da7d-4b1c-9985-aea0fb052b00/1_th.jpg Carowinds marks 10 years of big additions — from Plants vs. Zombies to Copperhead Strike From pioneering interactive 3D experiences and major waterpark upgrades to new lands, festivals, and headline coasters, Carowinds’ 2016–2026 decade is packed with standout moments. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article315584400.html/video-embed 270 2026-04-30T13:56:09Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nascar-auto-racing/article315577544.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/248d1d95-57c8-48e7-ad74-999cd43951e1/2_th.jpg Dale Earnhardt’s legacy is alive and well in Kannapolis, NC On what would have been Dale Earnhardt’s 75th birthday, Kannapolis residents reflect on the racing legend’s deep hometown roots, enduring influence, and the family legacy that still shapes the community. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nascar-auto-racing/article315577544.html/video-embed 84 2026-04-30T09:45:00Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article314304968.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/adaeba9a-d6cb-45ae-9b84-2c35b199df06/1_th.jpg 911 calls detail plane crash that killed Greg Biffle, six others Iredell County released multiple 911 calls from the morning of the plane crash at Statesville Regional Airport that killed NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his family and three others last year. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article314304968.html/video-embed 263 2026-01-13T17:23:19Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article314870373.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/23c2a9af-20e3-4add-bfe8-9a2739cca2f4/1_th.jpg I-485 express toll lanes set to open; officials preview direct connector in south Charlotte State DOT, Turnpike Authority, and city leaders—including Mayor Vi Lyles—toured the Johnson Flyover Bridge before the I-485 express lanes open, highlighting direct connectors and more predictable travel times. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article314870373.html/video-embed 61 2026-02-28T00:26:23Z no