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News & Politics
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| Latest Headlines | News Feed |
| Charlotte Politics | Charlotte Coverage |
| Statewide Headlines | North Carolina Desk |
| Deep Dives & Explainers | Politics Index |
| Who Represents You | Guide to Your Representatives |
2025 Elections
For live race trackers, district maps, and turnout analysis visit Regional & National Elections 2025 on our sister site, The Charlotte Mercury. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Community Life
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| People Profiles | /people/ |
| Pets of the Month | /pets/ |
| Events Calendar | /events/ |
| Friday Newsletter | Subscribe |
Growth & Business
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| Real‑Estate Watch | /real-estate/ |
| Partner Stories | /business/partners/ |
| Local Directory | /directory/ |
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Stay in the Loop
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