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Launched in April 1998, Charlotte Talks with Mike Collins has become the region's exclusive forum for the discussion of politics, arts, culture, social issues, literature, human interest, the environment and more.

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins

A look back at the one-year anniversary of the deadliest day for law enforcement in Charlotte history, Charlotte City Council begins its search for a replacement for Tariq Bokhari, and Mecklenburg County is at the center of the immigration debate in North Carolina.

Local News Roundup: Anniversary of Charlotte's deadliest law enforcement shooting; Charlotte City Council takes steps to replace Bokhari; immigration debate

Last year in North Carolina, there was a domestic-violence–related homicide every four days on average. In fact, such homicides have increased nearly 70% since 2018. We look at the root causes of domestic violence, its rise and what's being done to address it.

Meeting the needs: Domestic violence prevention and intervention

Over 600 leaders of universities and colleges recently signed a statement for “constructive engagement” as the result of conflict between the government and higher education. Particularly concerning are cuts in funding for research, student visa status and DEI. On the next Charlotte Talks, we hear from Davidson College President Doug Hicks about the pressures facing educational institutions.

Davidson College president joins educational leaders calling for 'constructive engagement' between government, higher ed

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles and City Manager Marcus Jones talk about the proposed budget, transit plan and much more.

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles and City Manager Marcus Jones discuss proposed city budget

The Public Safety Training Facility coming to CPCC’s Matthews campus is a collaboration with Mecklenburg County’s first responder agencies including the sheriff’s office, CMPD, fire and MEDIC. But some community members have pushed back — something that has happened in other communities over similar facilities. We hear from the college and law enforcement about what to expect.

A closer look at the Matthews Public Safety Training Facility

Republican North Carolina Supreme Court candidate Jefferson Griffin concedes. The Charlotte city budget is proposed, but a closed-door meeting to settle a potential lawsuit overshadows that announcement. After years of waiting, REAL ID goes into effect, and the Charlotte Checkers are moving through the Calder Cup playoffs.

Local News Roundup: City Council controversy; Griffin concedes; REAL ID begins; Charlotte Checkers push through playoffs

The PGA Championship returns to Charlotte, bringing the world's top golfers to Quail Hollow. We preview the tournament with organizer insights, and cover everything from players to watch to the local impact on the economy and tourism.

PGA Championship preview: Charlotte hosts golf's biggest stage

On the next Charlotte Talks, the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has asked for federal recognition for decades. Could the Trump administration be the answer?

Trump supports full federal recognition of the Lumbee Tribe. What does the path forward look like?

Constitutionally, North Carolina’s governor has little power compared to other states. Recently, the Republican-controlled General Assembly has made moves to take away even more power. While legal questions about these moves remain, we look at what these attempts mean for the future of how our state government operates.

What changes to executive power mean for the future of NC politics

On this Charlotte Talks, a conversation with Mo Green, North Carolina’s state superintendent. Green, a Democrat, defeated Republican Michele Morrow in a highly contentious race in November. We find out how he’s approaching the job — and meeting parents, students and teachers where they are.

A conversation with Mo Green, NC's superintendent of public instruction

On the next Charlotte Talks, we look at the treatment, screening and testing options for prostate cancer patients. We also look at promising new treatment research recently released by Duke University and hear from a prostate cancer survivor.

A closer look at the prostate cancer research and treatments being done in NC

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