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A major transition is coming to the Queen City. Mayor Vi Lyles has announced that she will resign as Charlotte mayor effective June 30, ending nearly a decade in the city’s top elected role and more than 30 years of service in city government. Mayor Lyles says the decision is personal – she wants to […]
This episode is presented by Create A Video – Andrew Dunn is the publisher of Longleaf Politics and a contributing columnist to The Charlotte Observer. We discuss the business model of toll roads on I-77 through Charlotte and the cringey answer NC Senator candidate Sam Page gave about school vouchers while attending the teachers union rally.
Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Wednesday, April 15th, 2026. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | Beth sick today but HORNETS WIN! 6:20 Guest: Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) – New poll says 29% of employees are actively “sabotaging” companies roll out of A.I. | Wayback Mach 6:35 Hornets win an OT thriller vs Heat […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Before his 8 p.m. Eastern deadline, President Trump announced a two-week pause on planned military strikes on Iran. Trump spoke with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, who both urged the President to hold back a “destructive force” that was scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. “This will […]
This episode is presented by Create A Video – Fresh off his 34% electoral primary win, Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry “Not My Fault” McFadden is now making the rounds in local media to describe the “worst campaign” of his life where 2 out of 3 voters rejected him. He said he was disappointed in how […]
This episode is presented by Create A Video – The 4th Annual Coolest Dog of Charlotte is underway! The annual adorable contest raises money for local programs by the Charlotte Kiwanis Club. You can enter your pooch here. Plus, Julio is reunited with his owner after almost a year after being stolen. Also, Charlotte City […]
This episode is presented by Create A Video – A Mecklenburg County Commissioner is no longer at risk of being arrested, after she proved to the court that she successfully satisfied terms of her plea deal for a 2024 DWI. Plus, a GOP candidate’s home is the target of a drive-by shooting, mobs of minors […]
Over the last two weeks, an accusation made by Gaston County Sheriff candidate Robbie Waldrop on whether current Gaston County Sheriff Chad Hawkins used taxpayer money to pay Endgame Consulting to help himself get reelected, has caused speculations to swirl among those invested in the election. In the aftermath of Waldrop making those claims amid […]
This episode is presented by Create A Video – A recap of the lasting impacts of the massive snowstorm that hit the region over the weekend. Also, it’s Groundhog Day! Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete’s Prep are free:https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com
This episode is presented by Create A Video – A dangerous ice storm is barreling towards the Charlotte region and we’re all on the clock to prepare before it hits. Use your time wisely! Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete’s Prep are free:https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising […]
Governor Josh Stein has issued a state of emergency as North Carolina braces for a major winter storm set to bring a mix of snow, ice, and hazardous conditions this weekend. Speaking at a news conference, Stein and state emergency officials urged residents to prepare ahead of the storm, which is expected to arrive early […]
With the potential for ice and hazardous conditions this weekend, travel disruptions are becoming a growing concern across the Carolinas. Black ice could form on roadways and runways, creating challenges for both drivers and pilots. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is among more than 30 airports included in a travel alert, alongside airports in Asheville, Columbia, […]