Johnson C. Smith University staged a thrilling comeback to defeat rival Livingstone College 26-21 in the latest Commemorative Classic, securing its first trip to the CIAA Championship in more than 50 years. The win gives the Golden Bulls a 9-1 record, the most victories in a single season in program history. The victory also served as redemption after Livingstone derailed JCSU’s championship hopes last […]
Charlotte is gearing up for one of the most anticipated shows of the fall. NBA YoungBoy is set to take the stage at the Spectrum Center on Sunday, Oct. 26. But before fans pull up for the night, there are a few things they’ll want to keep in mind. The venue announced a strict no-bag […]
Dreaming of moving to North Carolina — where barbecue, basketball, and small-town charm meet? You don’t have to spend big to call the Tar Heel State home. According to recent reports from Zillow (2025 home value data), GoBankingRates, and ApartmentList, several North Carolina cities offer a cost of living well below the state and national […]
As the federal government shutdown enters its second week, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) says residents who rely on federal food assistance programs will continue receiving benefits through October. The department stated that it is collaborating with local, state, and federal partners to monitor potential impacts on essential services. For […]
Charlotte is widening its lead as North Carolina’s largest city, according to new data from North Carolina’s Office of State Budget and Management. The report, which reviewed population changes from April 1, 2020, to July 1, 2024, shows Charlotte’s population has grown by about 70,000 people, reaching an estimated 944,742 residents. That’s more than 444,000 […]
Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden is defending his decision to meet with Charlotte rapper DaBaby after facing criticism over the artist’s recent music video that referenced the killing of Iryna Zarutska on a light rail train in South End. In a statement Tuesday, McFadden said he met with DaBaby, whose real name is Jonathan Kirk, […]
Charlotte rapper DaBaby released a new music video, “Save Me,” which pays tribute to Iryna Zarutska, the 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee killed in an unprovoked stabbing on the CATS Blue Line last month. The video recreates the August 22 attack, with actors portraying both Zarutska and her accused attacker. In the music video, DaBaby intervenes to […]
A new report from FinanceBuzz ranks Charlotte as the 20th most boring city in the U.S., based on factors like nightlife, food scene, and cultural events. The study analyzed over a dozen data points across 75 major U.S. cities. Charlotte scored low in categories like culinary scene and nightlife/celebrations, using sources like Yelp, the Yellow […]
Charlotte, NC is one of the fastest-growing cities in the Southeast, but not every part of the Queen City offers the same sense of safety. While many neighborhoods are thriving, others continue to struggle with high rates of violent crime, property theft, and gang activity. Based on recent data and crime research, here are the […]
A man is facing multiple charges after he slashed the tires of 40 vehicles in the parking lot of a Publix in Ballantyne on Saturday, May 3. Darren Anthony Ransom, 30, was arrested after witnesses reported he had been damaging vehicles for about 20 minutes at the Publix in Ballantyne Town Center. Police finally arrested […]
Fresh off a high-energy set at Dreamville Festival 2025, BigXthaPlug caught up with RoyalTea and made one thing clear—he’s not just here to play, he’s here with purpose. “I came in with a mission and a reason,” he said. “I just gotta wake up.” Known for his Southern grit and booming voice, BigX isn’t staying […]
Rising star Anycia sat down with RoyalTea at Dreamville Fest 2025 and kept it all the way real—just how fans love her. Fresh off her set and the buzz around her hit collab “Never Need” with GloRilla and KARRAHBOO, Anycia shared how real the bond is. “KARRAHBOO was my friend before I even started rapping… […]