Hunting has a diversity problem, and an NC State program aims to fix it (via WUNC) buff.ly/48XcSxl

Today's NewsWorthy: Gov. Henry McMaster signs new SC gun law; CATS plans to move forward with expansion; Charlotte to host two of the world's biggest soccer teams this summer; and urban sprawl threatens the area's nature diversity. buff.ly/3x1MnK3

A house along Beatties Ford Road in Charlotte was recently renovated and opened as a tea bar. The Pauline Tea-Bar Apothecary offers teas and pastries — and a place for people to unplug. It’s also designed to be an anchor in a mostly Black community buff.ly/3PuyNoK

Today's NewsWorthy: Concord Mills could get some transportation upgrades to improve traffic flow; Atrium Health lifts restrictions on young visitors; and BizWorthy explores the possible change in how NC real estate transactions will work in the future buff.ly/3Tos68Z

WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson says this "On My Mind" commentary isn’t a prank or an elaborate joke. It’s an appreciation. Because the first of April means we have finally shed winter buff.ly/4cRZwWz

Listen to today's NewsWorthy: Gov. Cooper declares April as Child Abuse Prevention Month; EPA announces new standards for heavy-duty vehicles; NC State's magical NCAA run continues; and time is almost up for federal internet subsidies. buff.ly/3J2dl76

Babe. Wake up. They’re playing the 100-foot harp in uptown Charlotte. #CharlotteShout

Taxpayer subsidy for new uptown apartments? Mecklenburg County Commissioners blast proposal buff.ly/3PPFB0b

Listen to today's Newsorthy: Board renews school's charter; working to improve security measures at CLT terminal; two major cultural groups could combine; and local developer asks for public money to convert Duke Energy HQ into apartments buff.ly/4ajcU49

CMS Superintendent Crystal Hill's budget plan seeks an $82.6 million bump from the county for raises, student laptops, building maintenance and other rising costs buff.ly/43VnTyh

Has one of Charlotte’s biggest and most well-known construction companies been sold to a Japanese conglomerate? That appears to be the case with Rodgers Builders, whose work includes BB&T Ballpark and Bechtler museum. This story, and more, on BizWorthy buff.ly/3TSu29V

At 95, pianist Jim Stack still plays for the dinner crowd at his assisted-living community in Charlotte. Throughout his career, Stack played with greats like legendary jazz pianist and composer Loonis McGlohon and more buff.ly/3UkflO9

A debate over how to use Charlotte’s tourism tax money recently caused a bit of a fuss. But WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind" commentary, says it’s part of a broader discussion buff.ly/4b0n1uI

Picture this: You’ve lost a loved one and inherited that person’s home. While you're still grieving, you’re told the state is seizing that property you just inherited. It can happen if your loved one was on Medicaid, as one Charlotte family found out buff.ly/3JwPw7z

Listen to today's NewsWorthy: The CMS school board public hearing takes center stage; NC lawmakers back in session Wednesday; Davidson College signs 20-year solar deal; and Charlotte's proposed Red Line commuter rail may have some signs of life buff.ly/44jzXJV

A restaurant in Monroe, NC was the subject of months-long protests over letting kids see drag shows with their parents. Now, East Frank Superette & Kitchen and a group of seven protesters are taking their fight to court with dueling lawsuits. wfae.org/business/2024-…

The NC General Assembly is back in session, and lawmakers have a lot on their plate even though they're hoping to only meet for a couple of months. Journalist Bryan Anderson joined WFAE's Marshall Terry to talk about what the major issues are likely to be buff.ly/3UdM2f4

Chatted with Marshall Terry this morning on what to expect from the legislative short session and whether gambling expansion beyond sports betting will happen this year. #ncpol wfae.org/politics/2024-…

Mark Meadows, the former North Carolina congressman and presidential chief of staff, was indicted again last week. WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind" commentary, says Meadows now sits at the top of a notorious list buff.ly/4a2MLFM

Romain's firing comes amid a turbulent period for staff, according to three people who spoke with WFAE on condition on anonymity. Over the past year, the directors of at least four programs have resigned. Three HR directors have also left since 2022, and other staffers.