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Republican midterm triage puts bleak outlook into focus

The polls may not be quite right. But money — and how campaigns and PACs spend it — rarely lies.

Politics & Policy

Republican super PACs are <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="flooding the airwaves" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/08/gop-senate-campaign-spending-ohio-iowa" data-vars-content-id="32fe7558-5c9e-4ae2-aa6c-0f248d3d3594" data-vars-headline="Republican midterm triage puts bleak outlook into focus" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/08/gop-senate-campaign-spending-ohio-iowa" target="_self">flooding the airwaves</a> in once-safe states, and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="pulling down ads" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/raleigh/2026/10/02/michael-whatley-roy-cooper-republican-ad-spending" data-vars-content-id="32fe7558-5c9e-4ae2-aa6c-0f248d3d3594" data-vars-headline="Republican midterm triage puts bleak outlook into focus" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/raleigh/2026/10/02/michael-whatley-roy-cooper-republican-ad-spending" target="_self">pulling down ads</a> for races that look like lost causes. President Trump, his approval ratings near record lows, is popping up in some of America&#x27;s reddest states.Why it matters: The polls showing Democrats headed toward a blue wave on Nov. 3 may not be quite right. But money — and how campaigns and PACs spend it — rarely lies. Nor do the contrails of Air Force One.

Republicans squirm as Latino support slips in South Texas

Democrats are betting on a South Texas snapback.

Republicans are in a dogfight to defend the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Latino gains" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/05/latinos-democrats-trump" data-vars-content-id="69977a9c-c704-4c12-b30c-4833f7335d36" data-vars-headline="Republicans squirm as Latino support slips in South Texas" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/05/latinos-democrats-trump" target="_self">Latino gains</a> that had them dreaming of a lasting political realignment just two years ago.Why it matters: Nowhere is that reversal of fortune more visible than in South Texas, where President Trump ran up historic numbers in 2024 — and Republicans redrew the map in 2025, assuming those Latino gains would last.

Inside Trump's blow-up at Fox News over El-Sayed coverage

Republicans worry that the network is undercutting their efforts to brand El-Sayed as too liberal.

Republicans have spent months griping privately to Fox News about coverage they argue is helping <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Abdul El-Sayed" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/07/senate-race-1-minute-voter-guide-2026" data-vars-content-id="ce2810b8-85ff-4088-816f-2ecb9a0dc87e" data-vars-headline="Inside Trump&#x27;s blow-up at Fox News over El-Sayed coverage" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/10/07/senate-race-1-minute-voter-guide-2026" target="_self">Abdul El-Sayed</a>, Michigan&#x27;s Democratic nominee for Senate, moderate his image. The frustration boiled into public view Tuesday when President <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Trump" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" data-vars-content-id="ce2810b8-85ff-4088-816f-2ecb9a0dc87e" data-vars-headline="Inside Trump&#x27;s blow-up at Fox News over El-Sayed coverage" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_self">Trump</a> lashed out at his favorite network.Why it matters: Republicans worry that Fox is undercutting their efforts to brand the charismatic El-Sayed as a liberal who&#x27;s far outside the mainstream.

OpenAI's math breakthrough points beyond math

Business

AI&#x27;s conquest of computer programming offered an early demonstration of what happens when models become good enough at a specialized field that experts can no longer treat them as a novelty. <ul><li>Mathematics appears to be next.</li></ul>Why it matters: OpenAI&#x27;s latest mathematical results — which involved releasing hundreds of new proofs generated by a powerful, unreleased model — demonstrate that the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="startling advances of AI" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/09/28/ai-pioneers-intelligence-explosion" data-vars-content-id="b562ebd1-78df-46b7-b776-ff462c081e84" data-vars-headline="OpenAI&#x27;s math breakthrough points beyond math" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/09/28/ai-pioneers-intelligence-explosion" target="_self">startling advances of AI</a> are likely to continue moving across entirely new fields.

"The Axios Show": Inside Bryan Johnson's quest to make 300 the new 70

Longevity guru Bryan Johnson says his ultimate goal is health over wealth.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Bryan Johnson" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/06/bryan-johnson-dont-die-autoimmune-diagnosis" data-vars-content-id="57eec929-7ecf-4140-801c-3f7b0d5a2ab1" data-vars-headline="&quot;The Axios Show&quot;: Inside Bryan Johnson&#x27;s quest to make 300 the new 70" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/06/bryan-johnson-dont-die-autoimmune-diagnosis" target="_self">Bryan Johnson</a>, the face of the longevity movement, wants to make staying alive more important than making money.<ul><li>The famous/infamous biohacker spends over $2 million a year on his health, talks about living forever and publicly tracks everything from his erections to his sperm strength.</li></ul>Why it matters: As Johnson fights to &quot;live forever,&quot; he&#x27;s doing so with a wink to his 8 million social media followers, a link to his business in his bio and a knack for drawing attention to himself.

Former Hornets player lists south Charlotte mansion for $3.8M

Take a look around Gerald Henderson Jr.'s modern estate in Olde Providence South with a basketball court and access to Carmel Country Club.

Real Estate

This south Charlotte mansion could be yours for $3,795,000.Why it matters: The Olde Providence South property belongs to former NBA player, Gerald Henderson Jr., according to property records.

15 can't-miss events in Charlotte this October

From Halloween shenanigans to stein-holding competitions, October is one of the best months to get out and about in Charlotte.

Things to Do

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="It&#x27;s peak fall" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/24/things-to-do-charlotte-fall-2026" data-vars-content-id="9ba11a8f-d1d5-4b3c-8748-01c764db7376" data-vars-headline="15 can&#x27;t-miss events in Charlotte this October" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/24/things-to-do-charlotte-fall-2026" target="_self">It&#x27;s peak fall</a>. From Halloween shenanigans to stein-holding competitions, October is one of the best months to get out and about in Charlotte.

Breaking down the ballot: Constitutional amendments

The amendments could affect voting and taxes for years.

News

North <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Carolinians" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/raleigh/2026/05/20/north-carolina-income-tax-cap-property-tax-amendments-charlotte-cunningham-majeed" data-vars-content-id="35ed62e1-65df-4542-a428-43d317002d0a" data-vars-headline="Breaking down the ballot: Constitutional amendments" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/raleigh/2026/05/20/north-carolina-income-tax-cap-property-tax-amendments-charlotte-cunningham-majeed" target="_self">Carolinians</a> will vote in this fall&#x27;s election on whether they are &quot;for&quot; or &quot;against&quot; three changes to the state constitution.Why it matters: The few sentences on the ballot don&#x27;t fully explain the long-term impacts, so it&#x27;s important to understand what each amendment does before heading to the polls.

FBI investigating Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools matter

CMS now faces inquiries from federal and state authorities.

Education

The FBI and U.S. Attorney&#x27;s Office are investigating a matter related to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/23/school-board-mecklenburg-superintendent-crystal-hill" data-vars-content-id="39935b57-cd09-49fe-a7af-dc0326b00902" data-vars-headline="FBI investigating Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools matter" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/23/school-board-mecklenburg-superintendent-crystal-hill" target="_self">Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools</a>, federal officials confirmed Monday.Why it matters: CMS, the second largest school district in the state, is also under investigation by Republican state auditor <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Dave Boliek" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/05/20/charlotte-city-council-cmpd-chief-johnny-jennings-dave-boliek-state-auditor" data-vars-content-id="39935b57-cd09-49fe-a7af-dc0326b00902" data-vars-headline="FBI investigating Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools matter" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/05/20/charlotte-city-council-cmpd-chief-johnny-jennings-dave-boliek-state-auditor" target="_self">Dave Boliek</a>, the State Bureau of Investigation, plus the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, our news partners at WBTV <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="report" data-vars-click-url="https://www.wbtv.com/2026/10/05/fbi-investigating-matter-related-charlotte-mecklenburg-schools-what-we-know/" data-vars-content-id="39935b57-cd09-49fe-a7af-dc0326b00902" data-vars-headline="FBI investigating Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools matter" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.wbtv.com/2026/10/05/fbi-investigating-matter-related-charlotte-mecklenburg-schools-what-we-know/" target="_blank">report</a>.

Waxhaw home with backyard skate bowl hits the market for $1.75M

Take a look around the property and 3,000-square-foot concrete bowl built for a lifelong skater that once hosted Tony Hawk.

A Waxhaw home hit the market last week for $1.75 million, and it&#x27;s every skater&#x27;s dream.Why it matters: Longtime skater Tom Risser turned his childhood dream into a reality by adding a 3,000-square-foot concrete skate bowl in his backyard.

TSA's new Gateside program is coming to CLT and RDU

TSA's new Gateside program is coming to CLT and RDU.

Travel

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Transportation Security Administration&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/27/charlotte-airport-expansion-runway-firehouse-lounges" data-vars-content-id="8586b667-6588-48ef-ae3f-70f63a3a78df" data-vars-headline="TSA&#x27;s new Gateside program is coming to CLT and RDU" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/27/charlotte-airport-expansion-runway-firehouse-lounges" target="_self">Transportation Security Administration&#x27;s</a> new Gateside program is expected to come to Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Raleigh-Durham International Airport this fall, a TSA spokesperson tells Axios. Why it matters: The program lets eligible visitors who aren&#x27;t flying meet or accompany friends and relatives at the gate.

CLT adds nonstop flight to Barcelona

Barcelona just got easier to reach from Charlotte.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="American Airlines" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/05/24/charlotte-clt-douglas-airport-food-skip-lines-guide-297974" data-vars-content-id="88bf0b96-a2f3-43d1-bf2a-a6f131639b90" data-vars-headline="CLT adds nonstop flight to Barcelona" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/05/24/charlotte-clt-douglas-airport-food-skip-lines-guide-297974" target="_self">American Airlines</a> will launch nonstop service to Barcelona from Charlotte Douglas International Airport starting in late May.Why it matters: One of the &quot;most sought-after&quot; Spanish destinations — known for its architecture and beaches — just got much easier to fly to.

How to watch Hornets games this season

The Charlotte Hornets have completed an overhaul of how fans can watch games — from streaming to traditional broadcast.

Sports

The Charlotte Hornets have completed an overhaul of how fans can watch games — from streaming to traditional broadcast. Why it matters: Fans haven&#x27;t known how or where to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="watch games" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/01/08/nba-fans-illegal-streaming-survey" data-vars-content-id="ff8c4d76-a840-41e3-8cf8-8bb449af7143" data-vars-headline="How to watch Hornets games this season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/01/08/nba-fans-illegal-streaming-survey" target="_self">watch games</a> due to inconsistent distribution across the league. The Hornets are working to rectify that.

Stay in a Charlotte FC player's Airbnb at Carolina Beach

Brandt and Rebecca Bronico plan to add a pool to their latest Airbnb.

Charlotte FC midfielder <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Brandt Bronico" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/10/17/photos-axios-charlottes-10-year-anniversary-party" data-vars-content-id="582569eb-d7b0-4fce-990b-13cf1f8b2718" data-vars-headline="Stay in a Charlotte FC player&#x27;s Airbnb at Carolina Beach" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/10/17/photos-axios-charlottes-10-year-anniversary-party" target="_self">Brandt Bronico</a> and his wife Rebecca have expanded their Airbnb roster, adding a coastal paradise at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Carolina Beach" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/05/24/best-beaches-north-carolina-guide-travel-tourism" data-vars-content-id="582569eb-d7b0-4fce-990b-13cf1f8b2718" data-vars-headline="Stay in a Charlotte FC player&#x27;s Airbnb at Carolina Beach" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/05/24/best-beaches-north-carolina-guide-travel-tourism" target="_self">Carolina Beach</a>. Why it matters: This is the couple&#x27;s first Airbnb on the coast, and it also holds a special place for them as a family.

A newcomer's guide to Charlotte's neighborhoods

Newcomers Guide

New to Charlotte? Getting to know the city&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="neighborhoods" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/05/16/best-apartments-in-charlotte-nc" data-vars-content-id="e7ed39a5-b960-427c-ad93-0a3ef5025946" data-vars-headline="A newcomer&#x27;s guide to Charlotte&#x27;s neighborhoods" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/05/16/best-apartments-in-charlotte-nc" target="_self">neighborhoods</a> can feel like a lot.Why it matters: Each comes with its own personality and things to do. We&#x27;ve created a starter pack to help you get acquainted.

30+ best ways to make friends in Charlotte

We've rounded up over 30 groups and gatherings to help you grow your social circle in Charlotte.

We&#x27;ve rounded up over 30 groups and gatherings to help you grow your social circle and community in Charlotte. Why it matters: The Charlotte region has a population of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="nearly 1 million people" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/26/charlotte-growth-population-1-million" data-vars-content-id="39bc4f34-bd0e-4d22-bef8-5e74a03f3bfd" data-vars-headline="30+ best ways to make friends in Charlotte" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/26/charlotte-growth-population-1-million" target="_self">nearly 1 million people</a>, but making <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="friends in a new city" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/05/19/i-hated-living-here-a-charlotte-native-learns-to-love-her-city-by-helping-others-find-friends-297661" data-vars-content-id="39bc4f34-bd0e-4d22-bef8-5e74a03f3bfd" data-vars-headline="30+ best ways to make friends in Charlotte" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/05/19/i-hated-living-here-a-charlotte-native-learns-to-love-her-city-by-helping-others-find-friends-297661" target="_self">friends in a new city</a> can be hard.

Weekender: 35 things to do in Charlotte this weekend, including a book festival

Events happening Oct. 9-11 include BookPalooza, a mimosa festival, Charlotte FC match, concerts and more.

There are a few festivals you&#x27;ll want to add to your calendar this weekend, from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="one for book lovers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/22/charlotte-bookpalooza-2026-truist-field-book-festival" data-vars-content-id="eb378870-37e7-4a4e-bf5f-28667b5aff1f" data-vars-headline="Weekender: 35 things to do in Charlotte this weekend, including a book festival" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/22/charlotte-bookpalooza-2026-truist-field-book-festival" target="_self">one for book lovers</a> to another for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="music fans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/10/02/confluence-charlotte-live-music-south-end" data-vars-content-id="eb378870-37e7-4a4e-bf5f-28667b5aff1f" data-vars-headline="Weekender: 35 things to do in Charlotte this weekend, including a book festival" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/10/02/confluence-charlotte-live-music-south-end" target="_self">music fans</a>.

Charlotte airport proposes new gates and tunnel in airline agreement

CLT Beyond calls for nearly a dozen projects, including new gates and a passenger tunnel.

Concourse C expansion and a passenger tunnel are parts of a new bundle of construction projects <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Charlotte Douglas International Airport" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/27/charlotte-airport-expansion-runway-firehouse-lounges" data-vars-content-id="6677ad52-a443-4d8c-a996-cca932189c2a" data-vars-headline="Charlotte airport proposes new gates and tunnel in airline agreement" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/27/charlotte-airport-expansion-runway-firehouse-lounges" target="_self">Charlotte Douglas International Airport</a> is proposing.Why it matters: The airport revealed nearly a dozen planned improvements Wednesday as part of the airport&#x27;s Airline Use and Lease Agreement (AULA) with its signatory airlines — American, Delta, Frontier, Southwest and United. The project would be called CLT Beyond.

Raleigh

Don't expect full 41-cent gas tax cut at the pump

Stations aren't expected to pass along the entire tax break, and lower prices could take time to appear.

Politics

North Carolina will suspend the 41-cent state tax on gas and diesel through the end of November, pending the governor&#x27;s signature.Why it matters: The money will bring relief from months of high prices, especially to the shipping and farming industries.

Friday is N.C.'s voter registration deadline

Voters will help choose an open U.S. Senate seat, state reps and more.

Friday, Oct. 9, at 5pm is the deadline to register to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="vote" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/05/redistricting-house-republicans-midterms-tom-emmer" data-vars-content-id="d85ad590-33d2-462b-a5e9-3f72215a6527" data-vars-headline="Friday is N.C.&#x27;s voter registration deadline" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/05/redistricting-house-republicans-midterms-tom-emmer" target="_self">vote</a> if you want to cast your ballot <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="by mail" data-vars-click-url="https://www.ncsbe.gov/voting/vote-mail" data-vars-content-id="d85ad590-33d2-462b-a5e9-3f72215a6527" data-vars-headline="Friday is N.C.&#x27;s voter registration deadline" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.ncsbe.gov/voting/vote-mail" target="_blank">by mail</a> or on Election Day — Nov. 3 — in North Carolina.Yes, but: If you miss it, you can also register during the early voting period <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="at any site in your county." data-vars-click-url="https://vt.ncsbe.gov/EVSite/" data-vars-content-id="d85ad590-33d2-462b-a5e9-3f72215a6527" data-vars-headline="Friday is N.C.&#x27;s voter registration deadline" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://vt.ncsbe.gov/EVSite/" target="_blank">at any site in your county.</a>

American Airlines is bringing its largest Admirals Club to CLT

The 40,000-square-foot-plus lounge will bring showers, food and drinks to CLT in 2028.

American Airlines plans to open its largest <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Admirals Club " data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/02/27/charlotte-airport-lounge-guide" data-vars-content-id="5d53b494-2fc8-431c-b37a-9a4a51b3baac" data-vars-headline="American Airlines is bringing its largest Admirals Club to CLT" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/02/27/charlotte-airport-lounge-guide" target="_self">Admirals Club </a>at Charlotte Douglas International Airport in early 2028. Why it matters: CLT is American&#x27;s second-largest hub. While it has multiple existing lounges at CLT, this will become the airport&#x27;s largest.

Matt Rife's new movie dresses up Delaware as Charlotte

A historic Newark train station is doubling for Charlotte in the road trip comedy "Unaccompanied Minor."

A historic train station in Newark, Delaware, appears to be serving as a stand-in for Charlotte, North Carolina in the upcoming film &quot;Unaccompanied Minor,&quot; the Newark Post <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="reports" data-vars-click-url="https://www.newarkpostonline.com/news/movie-crew-films-scenes-at-newarks-historic-train-station/article_ac5b3651-a288-4d13-955f-641d2c65ca91.html" data-vars-content-id="03f6f860-b127-4d4d-ad70-8ca467907ba3" data-vars-headline="Matt Rife&#x27;s new movie dresses up Delaware as Charlotte" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.newarkpostonline.com/news/movie-crew-films-scenes-at-newarks-historic-train-station/article_ac5b3651-a288-4d13-955f-641d2c65ca91.html" target="_blank">reports</a>.

Breaking down the ballot: NC State Senate and House

Just a few North Carolina legislative races could tilt power in Raleigh.

A <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="handful of" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/21/north-carolina-senate-race-cooper-whatley-trump" data-vars-content-id="6e598acb-4b46-4291-a1f9-1713ea535bc0" data-vars-headline="Breaking down the ballot: NC State Senate and House" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/21/north-carolina-senate-race-cooper-whatley-trump" target="_self">handful of</a> North Carolina legislative races this year could tilt power in Raleigh, and some of the biggest battles are in Charlotte&#x27;s suburbs.Why it matters: The results of state races could either <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="embolden" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/raleigh/2025/12/19/nc-election-triangle-republican-democrat-primary" data-vars-content-id="6e598acb-4b46-4291-a1f9-1713ea535bc0" data-vars-headline="Breaking down the ballot: NC State Senate and House" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/raleigh/2025/12/19/nc-election-triangle-republican-democrat-primary" target="_self">embolden</a> Republicans — who hold a near supermajority — or help Democrats regain some leverage and strengthen Gov. Josh Stein&#x27;s veto.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools' top-paid employees in 2026

The ex-superintendent makes more in severance than anyone.

For a transparent look at how taxpayer dollars are spent, Axios keeps a list of the highest-paid government <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="employees" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/10/21/who-does-what-in-local-government-in-and-around-charlotte-311213" data-vars-content-id="b37d6fb6-0b77-4eee-9f44-abe67bc66e35" data-vars-headline="Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools&#x27; top-paid employees in 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/10/21/who-does-what-in-local-government-in-and-around-charlotte-311213" target="_self">employees</a>.Why it matters: Local government must pay leaders enough to retain talent while still being responsible stewards of tax dollars.

5 spooky Halloween pop-up bars to visit in Charlotte

From a "Beetlejuice"-themed speakeasy to horror movie-inspired cocktails, these Charlotte bars are going all out for spooky season.

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Spooky season is taking over <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Charlotte bars" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/03/22/best-cocktail-bars-in-charlotte-137213" data-vars-content-id="ca5690dd-6f45-4181-bd47-dcb0654d37c0" data-vars-headline="5 spooky Halloween pop-up bars to visit in Charlotte" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/03/22/best-cocktail-bars-in-charlotte-137213" target="_self">Charlotte bars</a> with haunted cocktails, over-the-top decor and immersive experiences.

Cocktail lounge Peace & Saint now open in Uptown

The Triangle-based cocktail lounge expanded to Charlotte with a First Ward location across from Spectrum Center.

A <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="cocktail bar" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/03/22/best-cocktail-bars-in-charlotte-137213" data-vars-content-id="57d692a5-1301-43b8-b1e9-25fa98c43406" data-vars-headline="Cocktail lounge Peace &amp; Saint now open in Uptown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/03/22/best-cocktail-bars-in-charlotte-137213" target="_self">cocktail bar</a> called Peace &amp; Saint is <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="now open" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/20/charlotte-new-business-openings-2026" data-vars-content-id="57d692a5-1301-43b8-b1e9-25fa98c43406" data-vars-headline="Cocktail lounge Peace &amp; Saint now open in Uptown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/20/charlotte-new-business-openings-2026" target="_self">now open</a> in Uptown.Context: The Triangle-based cocktail lounge expanded to First Ward earlier this year, adding a Charlotte location to its other spots in Raleigh and Durham.

The Pearl adds a café

The Study Food Social is now open at The Pearl.

The Study Food Social is now open at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Pearl" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/06/02/the-pearl-see-inside" data-vars-content-id="7b7d8e0f-ae5d-4c70-afeb-b42ffaa50005" data-vars-headline="The Pearl adds a café" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/06/02/the-pearl-see-inside" target="_self">The Pearl</a> — the massive midtown development housing Charlotte&#x27;s first <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="four-year medical school" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/08/28/pearl-wake-forest-university-school-of-medicine-atrium-health" data-vars-content-id="7b7d8e0f-ae5d-4c70-afeb-b42ffaa50005" data-vars-headline="The Pearl adds a café" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/08/28/pearl-wake-forest-university-school-of-medicine-atrium-health" target="_self">four-year medical school</a>.

New Chinese restaurant Juicy Dumpling opens in north Charlotte

Juicy Dumpling brings a variety of handmade dumplings and noodle dishes to University City.

Juicy Dumpling, located across from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Wine Vault" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/08/18/charlotte-wine-tastings-university-city-wine-vault-wednesdays-" data-vars-content-id="f3139e06-a5ef-427f-b321-6f24770760d0" data-vars-headline="New Chinese restaurant Juicy Dumpling opens in north Charlotte" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/08/18/charlotte-wine-tastings-university-city-wine-vault-wednesdays-" target="_self">The Wine Vault</a>, is now open in University City.Why it matters: The Chinese restaurant joins a growing list of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new businesses we&#x27;ve reported on" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/20/charlotte-new-business-openings-2026" data-vars-content-id="f3139e06-a5ef-427f-b321-6f24770760d0" data-vars-headline="New Chinese restaurant Juicy Dumpling opens in north Charlotte" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/20/charlotte-new-business-openings-2026" target="_self">new businesses we&#x27;ve reported on</a> this year, adding another dining option to the Boardwalk at University Place.

It's still good: 9 years later, Havana Carolina is still serving up the American dream

The family behind El Puro and Muraya built a restaurant legacy from one Concord dream.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Havana Carolina" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2019/10/31/the-remarkable-story-of-havana-carolina-a-cuban-restaurant-where-two-unc-charlotte-students-keep-their-fathers-dream-alive-184952" data-vars-content-id="bd84ae4e-f582-471c-9d93-22d997c6b709" data-vars-headline="It&#x27;s still good: 9 years later, Havana Carolina is still serving up the American dream" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2019/10/31/the-remarkable-story-of-havana-carolina-a-cuban-restaurant-where-two-unc-charlotte-students-keep-their-fathers-dream-alive-184952" target="_self">Havana Carolina</a>, an authentic Cuban restaurant in downtown <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Concord" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/12/19/spend-a-day-in-concord-20-things-to-eat-drink-see-and-do-2-294442" data-vars-content-id="bd84ae4e-f582-471c-9d93-22d997c6b709" data-vars-headline="It&#x27;s still good: 9 years later, Havana Carolina is still serving up the American dream" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/12/19/spend-a-day-in-concord-20-things-to-eat-drink-see-and-do-2-294442" target="_self">Concord</a>, turns nine this year.Why it matters: What started as one family-run dream has grown into a collection of some of the Charlotte area&#x27;s most recognizable Latin restaurants. But getting here took resilience.

Axios Social Club brings mystery dinners to Charlotte

Meet fellow locals over dinner at a restaurant we hand-picked.

Axios Social Club is bringing readers together for dinner to Charlotte&#x27;s South End and SouthPark neighborhoods on Tuesday, Oct. 6. (South End is already sold out, but we still have a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="few seats left" data-vars-click-url="https://axiossocialclub.dnnr.io/" data-vars-content-id="2b085735-07da-4e97-bc4f-0b2adb3517e4" data-vars-headline="Axios Social Club brings mystery dinners to Charlotte" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://axiossocialclub.dnnr.io/" target="_blank">few seats left</a> in SouthPark!)Why it matters: Your city is full of interesting people you haven&#x27;t met yet. We&#x27;re making it easier to change that.

Dive into Charlotte's history with a local author

"Historic Maps of Charlotte" explores centuries of local history.

Charlotte&#x27;s history encompasses centuries, and that can be a lot for a transplant — or even a native — to navigate.

Bach, blues and Bugs Bunny: Your guide to the Symphony's 2026-27 season

The Symphony's new season brings film favorites, retro hits and holiday magic to the stage.

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The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra (CSO) launches its 2026-27 season this month, bringing debuts, acclaimed artists and beloved scores to Charlotte stages.Get up to date: This marks the Grammy Award-winning conductor Kwamé Ryan&#x27;s third season as CSO&#x27;s music director.<ul><li>He also <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="recently extended his contract " data-vars-click-url="https://www.charlottesymphony.org/newsroom-6ftb" data-vars-content-id="77fe637c-a936-454e-b461-d0d8ead1aaa5" data-vars-headline="Bach, blues and Bugs Bunny: Your guide to the Symphony&#x27;s 2026-27 season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.charlottesymphony.org/newsroom-6ftb" target="_blank">recently extended his contract </a>through the Symphony&#x27;s 100th season in 2032.</li></ul>

sCarolina series brings five nights of fright to the Carolina Theatre

Spooky season starts here. Get in on horror film screenings, psychic readings and sCarrie Prom at Carolina Theatre.

This spooky season, Charlotte&#x27;s historic Carolina Theatre is filling the calendar with cult cinema, petrifying performances and a very &quot;sCarrie&quot; prom night.Here&#x27;s the deal: The 2026 sCarolina series celebrates the strange and macabre with a month-long lineup of thrilling theater experiences.<ul><li>The series is anchored by a special celebration of &quot;The Rocky Horror Picture Show&quot; with original cast member Barry Bostwick and psychic readings with &quot;America&#x27;s Top Psychic Medium&quot; Matt Faser. More on those below. 👀</li></ul>

5 things to do in Charlotte Oct. 5-9, 2026 

From preseason NBA basketball to getting crafty at Camp North End, there's plenty to do in Charlotte this week.

From preseason NBA basketball to getting crafty at Camp North End, there&#x27;s plenty to do in Charlotte this week.

Confluence expands with outdoor music festival in South End

More than 45 artists will perform across Charlotte during three days of live music Oct. 8-10.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Confluence" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/10/07/charlotte-music-destination-confluence-festival-conference-showcase" data-vars-content-id="c72fff41-7fd4-4df2-b2c0-04f1fd43a256" data-vars-headline="Confluence expands with outdoor music festival in South End" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/10/07/charlotte-music-destination-confluence-festival-conference-showcase" target="_self">Confluence</a> returns this month. Why it matters: Charlotte&#x27;s fourth annual <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="music industry conference" data-vars-click-url="https://confluencecarolinas.com/" data-vars-content-id="c72fff41-7fd4-4df2-b2c0-04f1fd43a256" data-vars-headline="Confluence expands with outdoor music festival in South End" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://confluencecarolinas.com/" target="_blank">music industry conference</a> is bringing a festival approach to this year&#x27;s event by expanding its live music offerings with Confluence Music Fest.

11 Charlotte-area pumpkin patches to visit this fall

Find this year's jack-o-lantern at these nearby pumpkin patches.

Hello, pumpkin season. Here are 11 pumpkin patches to check out around the Charlotte area.

Mapped: North Carolina's next data centers

The enormous pipeline helps explain the moratorium debate.

The number of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="data centers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/17/uptown-data-center-digital-realty-ai" data-vars-content-id="87c62300-6a34-4957-9424-f3c8b11e303d" data-vars-headline="Mapped: North Carolina&#x27;s next data centers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/17/uptown-data-center-digital-realty-ai" target="_self">data centers</a> in North Carolina could more than quintuple in future years if not for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="moratoriums" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/06/09/charlotte-data-center-moratorium-150-days" data-vars-content-id="87c62300-6a34-4957-9424-f3c8b11e303d" data-vars-headline="Mapped: North Carolina&#x27;s next data centers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/06/09/charlotte-data-center-moratorium-150-days" target="_self">moratoriums</a> and other obstacles in the way of demand.

Space Craft reveals next walkable Optimist Park development

Mira will replace an industrial building in Charlotte with residences and retail.

Space Craft is <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="starting" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/02/07/space-craft-joinery-optimist-park-noda-tesla-transit-jump" data-vars-content-id="275cce31-bc0a-4653-8ca8-23c96ec92dd7" data-vars-headline="Space Craft reveals next walkable Optimist Park development" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/02/07/space-craft-joinery-optimist-park-noda-tesla-transit-jump" target="_self">starting</a> construction this fall on its next Charlotte apartment project: a 371-unit development called Mira that will replace an old chemical manufacturer&#x27;s site.Why it matters: With several projects clustered together, the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="urbanist development firm" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/07/20/developers-parking-minimums-law-apartments" data-vars-content-id="275cce31-bc0a-4653-8ca8-23c96ec92dd7" data-vars-headline="Space Craft reveals next walkable Optimist Park development" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/07/20/developers-parking-minimums-law-apartments" target="_self">urbanist development firm</a> has helped turn Optimist Park into a more walkable area along the Blue Line light rail.

Another corporate logo will join Charlotte's skyline

Huntington Bank will hang its sign on Charlotte's One South tower

Huntington <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="National Bank" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/06/banks-branch-expansion-huntington" data-vars-content-id="57e10ce2-bbcd-4931-b7b9-30a8e6b12a38" data-vars-headline="Another corporate logo will join Charlotte&#x27;s skyline" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/06/banks-branch-expansion-huntington" target="_self">National Bank</a> plans to hang its green logo, with synchronizable lights, atop the 40-story One South office tower in Uptown.Why it matters: Ohio-based Huntington is the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="next" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/06/13/wells-fargo-sign-skyline-uptown-letters-helicopter" data-vars-content-id="57e10ce2-bbcd-4931-b7b9-30a8e6b12a38" data-vars-headline="Another corporate logo will join Charlotte&#x27;s skyline" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/06/13/wells-fargo-sign-skyline-uptown-letters-helicopter" target="_self">next</a> corporation daring to make its mark on Charlotte&#x27;s skyline, following the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="controversial Wells Fargo" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/10/02/wells-fargo-sign-uptown-skyline-duke-energy-center-tryon-opinions-340669" data-vars-content-id="57e10ce2-bbcd-4931-b7b9-30a8e6b12a38" data-vars-headline="Another corporate logo will join Charlotte&#x27;s skyline" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/10/02/wells-fargo-sign-uptown-skyline-duke-energy-center-tryon-opinions-340669" target="_self">controversial Wells Fargo</a> and Truist logo installations.

Sneak peek: Charlotte's next swanky steakhouse

After months of anticipation, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Guard &amp; Grace" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/17/guard-and-grace-south-end-charlotte-queensbridge-collective-rooftop-steakhouse-opening-2026" data-vars-content-id="472bb669-d5c6-49d6-94b1-5dbe1978bdf6" data-vars-headline="Sneak peek: Charlotte&#x27;s next swanky steakhouse" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/17/guard-and-grace-south-end-charlotte-queensbridge-collective-rooftop-steakhouse-opening-2026" target="_self">Guard &amp; Grace</a> opens Oct. 1 in South End&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="sleekest new tower" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/26/vivian-apartments-south-end-rent" data-vars-content-id="472bb669-d5c6-49d6-94b1-5dbe1978bdf6" data-vars-headline="Sneak peek: Charlotte&#x27;s next swanky steakhouse" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/26/vivian-apartments-south-end-rent" target="_self">sleekest new tower</a>. And it&#x27;s already sold out for the first two nights.Why it matters: The skyscraper steakhouse is the third location for chef Troy Guard&#x27;s Michelin Guide-recommended restaurant, following Denver and Houston.

North Carolina is betting millions on Charlotte's biggest events

Sports betting taxes are helping North Carolina compete for the WTA Finals and other marquee events.

<figure><img alt="WTA Finals trophy in front of a sign reading &quot;2027 WTA FINALS CHARLOTTE.&quot; " height="450" id="1ff5d7a8-e515-45dc-97e0-319621e44e81" src="https://images.axios.com/dU_MfxyPWfRWoL9uApC6ptlYVsA=/2026/09/18/1789753413830.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>Video: Ashley Mahoney/Axios</figcaption></figure>Public <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="investment to secure major events" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/16/wta-tennis-charlotte-wta-finals-spectrum-center" data-vars-content-id="1dcdc7f2-486e-4cc1-9211-367eac9b41e3" data-vars-headline="North Carolina is betting millions on Charlotte&#x27;s biggest events" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/16/wta-tennis-charlotte-wta-finals-spectrum-center" target="_self">investment to secure major events</a> is now part of doing business as cities and states compete for capital, Wake Forest economics professor Todd McFall tells Axios.Why it matters: North Carolina&#x27;s $14.4 million commitment to bring the Women&#x27;s Tennis Association Finals to Charlotte shows how the state is using sports betting tax revenue to compete for marquee events.

Charlotte is losing journalists. Who steps up?

Charlotte lost two newsrooms, eight Observer journalists in a year

Charlotte should <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="brace" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/07/22/local-journalists-npr-pbs" data-vars-content-id="44eed7c3-1598-46f1-9580-7aa3e4a9563c" data-vars-headline="Charlotte is losing journalists. Who steps up?" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/07/22/local-journalists-npr-pbs" target="_self">brace</a> for the impacts of losing eight journalists this week after McClatchy, the parent company of The Charlotte Observer, slashed a quarter of its newsroom to focus on what &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="subscribers value" data-vars-click-url="https://www.poynter.org/business-work/2026/mcclatchy-media-newspapers-layoffs/" data-vars-content-id="44eed7c3-1598-46f1-9580-7aa3e4a9563c" data-vars-headline="Charlotte is losing journalists. Who steps up?" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.poynter.org/business-work/2026/mcclatchy-media-newspapers-layoffs/" target="_blank">subscribers value</a>.&quot;Why it matters: Charlotte — a growing city with rising stakes, from elections to government to schools — can expect <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="lost taxpayer money" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2026/07/13/illinois-news-deserts-local-newspapers-municipal-bonds-government-oversight" data-vars-content-id="44eed7c3-1598-46f1-9580-7aa3e4a9563c" data-vars-headline="Charlotte is losing journalists. Who steps up?" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2026/07/13/illinois-news-deserts-local-newspapers-municipal-bonds-government-oversight" target="_self">lost taxpayer money</a> and even less coverage of overlooked neighborhoods as newsrooms continue to shrink.

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