Charlotte, NC news on Tuesday, October 27, 2026

In Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, October 27, 2026: Teen charged in hit-and-run death of 6-year-old. Also: Clearing House opening new operations center in Charlotte, bringing jobs and investment; Charlotte small businesses enrolling in city's new resilience training program. Weather: Dry and mild today with highs near 73°F and mostly clear skies.

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Headlines

Teen driver charged after hit-and-run killed 6-year-old near school bus stop in Charlotte.WBTV · Oct 27, 1:16 PM

News & local government

Senate candidates make final campaign push in Mecklenburg County this week.Queen City News · Oct 27, 5:27 PM

Business & new openings

Clearing House opening new operations center in Charlotte, bringing jobs and investment.City of Charlotte (.gov) · Oct 27, 5:21 PM
Charlotte small businesses enrolling in city's new resilience training program.City of Charlotte (.gov) · Oct 27, 5:47 PM
Fifth-generation mechanic opens Charlotte auto shop with focus on women's respect and safety.WBTV · Oct 27, 8:54 AM
Wegmans generates buzz about potential arrival in Charlotte area.Inside UNC Charlotte · Oct 27, 1:49 PM

Schools & kids

CMS employee arrested on suspicion of inappropriate contact with student at school event.WBTV · Oct 27, 2:28 PM

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