https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/article316793242.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/6dac173a-ed2f-47ea-b31c-6b2f61ff61d7/1_th.jpg Cam was the most dominant player on the field says Luke Kuechly Former Carolina Panthers linebacker and newly inducted Pro Football Hall of Fame member Luke Kuechly talks about the greatness of quarterback Cam Newton during a press conference on Thursday, August 6, 2026 in Canton, Ohio. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/article316793242.html/video-embed 76 2026-08-06T21:10:00Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-things-to-do/article316793848.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/948f7421-186a-46b7-964d-602d6e8a4fa1/1_th.jpg New rooftop club looks to revive Epicentre vibes Circa Charlotte, which is taking over the former Suite space at Queen City Quarter, is looking to become the newest uptown nightlife hotspot. “Be there as we officially open the doors to Circa and help bring the Epicentre back to life,” an Instagram post read. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-things-to-do/article316793848.html/video-embed 38 2026-08-06T21:48:44Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charlotte-hornets/article316779472.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/dae322e4-f3c8-468f-9978-29b16348e83f/1_th.jpg Naz Reid feels welcomed by Hornets players and staff Naz Reid feels excited about his new role with the Hornets. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charlotte-hornets/article316779472.html/video-embed 89 2026-08-06T10:00:00Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/article316792950.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/b77104c9-1ab7-473b-9133-e597b0f9be34/1_th.jpg Panthers legend Kuechly discusses current involvement with Carolina Carolina Panthers legend Luke Kuechly will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio this week. Prior to his induction, Kuechly discussed his current relationship with the team. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/article316792950.html/video-embed 76 2026-08-06T20:50:49Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article316780520.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/1d5fc7a7-0a41-45a2-ad5c-a17f2f29454d/2_th.jpg Scott Fowler brings back “Sports Legends of the Carolinas” for the 2026 season The Charlotte Observer’s longform interview series returns Aug. 11, 2026, with new in-person conversations featuring iconic sports figures. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article316780520.html/video-embed 38 2026-08-06T09:00:00Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article316778769.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/27411770-cc44-4b88-bb99-c267c9316d52/1_th.jpg Customshop debuts new look, new food Michelin-recommended Customshop reopened with new menu items and a refreshed look after a short renovation that upgraded its bar and seating, added new lights and more. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article316778769.html/video-embed 64 2026-08-06T09:00:00Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/politics-government/article316778144.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/c5b3b73f-d493-430d-8c2e-1b6e466dbb6e/1_th.jpg Sheriff Garry McFadden gives timeline for jail north decision Sheriff McFadden gives stakeholders 120 days to secure $18 million for the jail. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/politics-government/article316778144.html/video-embed 20 2026-08-06T09:00:00Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article316717529.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/46cdae90-759a-4865-95f4-5fe695eaf60e/3_th.jpg Former Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball is being sued by Cam Newton's father The lawsuit, filed Monday in Mecklenburg Superior Court, is a continuation of the claims Agape Property Management made against LaMelo Ball’s manager, Jermaine Jackson, earlier this year. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article316717529.html/video-embed 64 2026-08-05T16:55:16Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-school/article316770620.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/c6fca85c-e606-421f-96bb-b73894a0311d/1_th.jpg WATCH: Meck Power 6 coaches talk recruiting At the Meck Power 6 media day, conference football coaches answered a question from Charlotte Observer Talking Preps co-host Gary Richmond about recruiting https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-school/article316770620.html/video-embed 308 2026-08-05T20:58:33Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article287806040.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/72e12589-ce85-49fa-bbe3-d322ff14bf51/1_th.jpg Charlotte content creators, ‘Love is Blind’ stars help us find the best of the Queen City Instagram live footage of a panel event with Charlotte’s most popular social media influencers followed by a Q&A moderated by Chyna Blackmon. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article287806040.html/video-embed 2232 2024-04-18T17:11:14Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article316762499.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/8ba6ed7c-d1b0-4a70-97bb-feadb8f72ede/1_th.jpg Coaches say NC needs clearer rules as Charlotte football transfers rise As high school football transfers climb across Charlotte, several Southwestern 7A/8A coaches call for clearer policy or legislation to bring accountability and help programs maintain stability. Others urged more context in each case. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article316762499.html/video-embed 122 2026-08-04T16:34:54Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article316717388.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/ace89778-4da9-4bfe-abf8-f1869b7cdb1d/2_th.jpg Hornets' coach Charles Lee speaks about LaMelo, Bridges trades The Charlotte Hornets' coach Charles Lee spoke with the Observer for the first time after the team traded guard LaMelo Ball and forward Miles Bridges. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article316717388.html/video-embed 59 2026-08-05T16:54:53Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article316761859.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/95bbcf88-427e-46bc-8b54-861129fbba20/1_th.jpg Providence coach Perry Osbey: Respect is what fuels rivalries in Charlotte’s Southwestern 7A/8A At Southwestern 7A/8A Media Day at Ballantyne Ridge High School, Providence coach Perry Osbey said Charlotte-area rivalries are built on competition and mutual respect—not “personal beef.” https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article316761859.html/video-embed 36 2026-08-04T15:39:17Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/video/article316747818.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/974c14b3-abec-4186-b41c-5d0f44290bf2/2_th.jpg Why Charlotte businesses are using AI flyers — and why people hate them AI-generated flyers are popping up everywhere, from restaurants to local events, but not everyone is impressed. We looked at why more Charlotte businesses are using AI for marketing, why customers are calling the designs “slop,” and what local graphic designers say businesses risk when they rely on artificial intelligence instead of human creativity. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/video/article316747818.html/video-embed 69 2026-08-03T12:34:02Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article316760020.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/5a69be31-0118-4f77-92f9-b2c0b38a7de1/2_th.jpg Fahrenheit pairs cocktails with rooftop views Fahrenheit Charlotte, a rooftop bar and restaurant, pairs skyline views with modern American food, cocktails and more. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article316760020.html/video-embed 34 2026-08-04T13:17:31Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article316751278.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/f69d3d39-cf6e-49e0-8135-aa7c8ea2e330/1_th.jpg Panthers OLB Princely Umanmielen sees consistency as key for success on the field Panthers OLB Princely Umanmielen talks about the need for him to be consistent in Year 2 of his NFL career. Umanmielen's role should increase due to the season-ending injury to Nic Scourton. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article316751278.html/video-embed 33 2026-08-04T09:30:00Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article316750546.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/8086981f-2c5c-44e5-9cda-48f9dcd4fe20/1_th.jpg Community investments proposed if I-77 South toll lane project moves forward While community benefits are great, the problem of the project design remains one of the biggest issues. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article316750546.html/video-embed 37 2026-08-04T09:00:00Z no https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article316750693.html https://img.thecontentserver.com/f9c4c554-e1ff-4453-a54c-e801c7a775bc/3_th.jpg Panthers' Dave Canales discusses Jackson Kuwatch before HOF game Carolina Panthers linebacker Jackson Kuwatch, a seventh-round pick, will make his NFL debut Thursday during the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article316750693.html/video-embed 26 2026-08-06T08:45:00Z no