Rusty Knox
Coverage of Rusty Knox in the Nexus archive.
- 9 Investigates: I-77 toll lanes could be expanded in Lake Norman
Discussions are underway to potentially expand I-77 toll lanes in Lake Norman, including widening the northern section and allowing large commercial vehicles to use the express lanes. A Memorandum of Understanding between NCDOT and I-77 Mobility Partners outlines initial steps, but no formal proposal or guarantees exist. Support and opposition exist, with concerns about safety, toll rates, and community impact.
- I-77 opponents question unequal treatment by state
Opponents of the I-77 toll lanes proposal in Charlotte question the N.C. Department of Transportation over perceived unequal treatment compared to other regions that abandoned similar projects. Three local officials requested details on project spending and funding impacts after the $4.3 billion proposal was abandoned, while a state senator introduced legislation requiring Charlotte area governments to repay $64 million in costs.