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CATS may get $18 million for light rail

The transit system had asked for $10 million but could receive more from Congress.

The Charlotte Area Transit System could receive $18 million from Congress to help for a light rail extension – $8 million more than the transit agency requested.

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Meet our new editor

Neighbors of University City and Western Mecklenburg has a new editor and several new reporters.
Starbucks closing 6 local stores

Starbucks will close five stores in Charlotte and one in Hickory as part of a downsizing effort announced earlier this month.
Wreck KOs signals in west Charlotte

An overnight wreck has caused traffic problems in west Charlotte.
Rail stop may be farther from NoDa core

Presence of historic properties complicates plans for 36th Street station, CATS official says after forum.

Northeast Charlotte residents, perhaps feeling the pinch of $4-a-gallon gasoline, gave enthusiastic support Thursday night to the idea of extending Charlotte's light rail line to the northeast edge of Mecklenburg County.
New tools of engagement

Classrooms adding electronic boards to make learning more interactive.

Computer technology has given new life to that centuries-old classroom staple … the blackboard.