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Christopher Moxley, a Charlotte entrepreneur, has been appointed as a director of development at UNC Charlotte’s Office of Advancement, focusing on corporate partnerships and donor cultivation. He previously co-founded 704 Shop and served on the UNC Charlotte Foundation board, and has established an endowed scholarship for students from public housing or InLivian communities.

The N.C. General Assembly is considering a supplementary budget bill allocating $25 million for the 2027 Military World Games in Charlotte. Funds include $17.5 million for venue improvements administered by the N.C. Department of Commerce and $7.5 million for UNC Charlotte to cover on-campus competition venues and athlete housing. The event, scheduled for June 25 through July 4, 2027, will be hosted by Charlotte, the first U.S. city to be selected for the quadrennial international competition.

A Charlotte doctor launched Kid Doc Summer Camp to introduce African American children to medicine and address the underrepresentation of Black physicians, with the camp expanding to Columbia, South Carolina. The program, now in its third year, has graduated over 300 students and aims to inspire future medical careers through hands-on training and mentorship.

North Carolinians spent $7.2 billion on sports betting in fiscal 2026, a 15% increase from fiscal 2025. Tax revenue from sports betting rose to $143 million, up 23% year-over-year, with a new state budget increasing the tax rate to 23% and redirecting more funds to university athletic departments.

UNC Charlotte received a $15 million NSF grant to establish the Carolinas Grid Engine, aiming to develop and implement electric grid technologies. The initiative addresses power demand, reliability, and aging infrastructure, partnering with Duke Energy and Siemens.

Tashon Mock, 22, was shot and killed in University City in 2022, and his mother, Monique Dulin, continues to seek justice as no one has been charged with his murder. Investigators say someone was charged in connection with the shooting, but the case remains unsolved, with Dulin believing witnesses have not come forward. A reward of up to $5,000 is offered for information leading to an arrest.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Estella Patterson discusses her leadership approach, career history, and goals for reducing violent crime and strengthening community engagement. She highlights her background in law enforcement, military service, and prior roles in Raleigh, emphasizing her focus on wellness and faith-driven leadership.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Estella Patterson participates in a live stream event to discuss her leadership and personal background. She is the city's first female police chief, with a career spanning roles in law enforcement, military service in Kosovo and Iraq, and a focus on reducing violent crime and enhancing community engagement.

Charlotte's drought restrictions remain in effect, with the city itself identified as Charlotte Water's top customer. Top consumers like Atrium, Novant, UNC Charlotte, and Coca-Cola Consolidated (Chesapeake Treatment Company) are implementing water conservation efforts, which a reporter is investigating for effectiveness.

UNC Charlotte received a $160 million federal award from the U.S. National Science Foundation to modernize the energy grid through the Carolinas Grid Engine initiative. The project, a collaboration with Clemson University and over 100 partners, aims to generate $2 billion in economic impact and create 20,000 jobs over the next decade.