Ashley Mahoney
@ashleymahoney.bsky.social
Today: Axios Charlotte reporter.
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Charlotte is among U.S. cities included in the U.S. Soccer Federation's bid to host the 2031 FIFA Women's World Cup. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Charlotte in the running to host 2031 Women's World Cup
Charlotte could host 2031 Women's World Cup.
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November 28, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Charlotte is among U.S. cities included in the U.S. Soccer Federation's bid to host the 2031 FIFA Women's World Cup. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
🏟️ The date has been set — Charlotte will host the 2026 MLS All-Star game on July 29 at Bank of America Stadium. Charlotte was awarded the game over the summer.
Story from July: www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Story from July: www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Charlotte expected to host the 2026 MLS All-Star Game
MLS commissioner Don Garber is expected to announce Charlotte as the 2026 MLS All-Star Game host.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:06 PM
🏟️ The date has been set — Charlotte will host the 2026 MLS All-Star game on July 29 at Bank of America Stadium. Charlotte was awarded the game over the summer.
Story from July: www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Story from July: www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Parents are navigating how to talk to their children about U.S. Border Patrol agents in Charlotte. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Parents navigate how to discuss immigration crackdown with kids
A surge in absences at CMS this week reflects growing fear among families amid the federal enforcement effort.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Parents are navigating how to talk to their children about U.S. Border Patrol agents in Charlotte. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Simon Property Group, the owner of SouthPark Mall, has acquired Phillips Place, according to a Tuesday announcement from the real estate investment trust.
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Owner of SouthPark Mall acquires Phillips Place
The luxe shopping center joins Simon's growing retail portfolio in Charlotte.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Simon Property Group, the owner of SouthPark Mall, has acquired Phillips Place, according to a Tuesday announcement from the real estate investment trust.
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When asked about President Donald Trump's domestic policies, Charlotte-area pastors often cite Matthew 25:35-40, a Biblical parable that calls for Christians to care for the less fortunate.
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Charlotte faith leaders push back on Trump's immigration agenda
"Read Matthew 25" — Charlotte faith leaders weigh in on President Trump's policies.
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November 17, 2025 at 1:54 PM
When asked about President Donald Trump's domestic policies, Charlotte-area pastors often cite Matthew 25:35-40, a Biblical parable that calls for Christians to care for the less fortunate.
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I wrote about the stomach clenching reality of work now -- where rolling layoffs are the norm and no one feels secure in their job. Happy Monday! www.axios.com/2025/11/16/r...
It's a rolling layoff world
These silent layoffs are now just a part of doing business.
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November 17, 2025 at 1:47 PM
I wrote about the stomach clenching reality of work now -- where rolling layoffs are the norm and no one feels secure in their job. Happy Monday! www.axios.com/2025/11/16/r...
✈️ Avelo will add flights from Concord to Chicago and Nashville in February.
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How to get cheap flights out of Concord-Padgett Regional Airport
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport is roughly 30 minutes from Uptown Charlotte.
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November 12, 2025 at 6:05 PM
✈️ Avelo will add flights from Concord to Chicago and Nashville in February.
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www.axios.com/local/charlo...
✈️ "While there are currently no major impacts to airport operations, travelers should anticipate possible delays and cancellations," per a CLT statement.
❌ There have been 41 cancellations at CLT today as of 9:45am and 26 delays, per FlightAware.
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❌ There have been 41 cancellations at CLT today as of 9:45am and 26 delays, per FlightAware.
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Flight reductions hit Charlotte airport amid government shutdown
Charlotte Douglas International Airport will be one of 40 airports impacted by impending flight reductions across the U.S.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:49 PM
✈️ "While there are currently no major impacts to airport operations, travelers should anticipate possible delays and cancellations," per a CLT statement.
❌ There have been 41 cancellations at CLT today as of 9:45am and 26 delays, per FlightAware.
www.axios.com/local/charlo...
❌ There have been 41 cancellations at CLT today as of 9:45am and 26 delays, per FlightAware.
www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Kay Carter has been the Second Harvest of Metrolina CEO for more than 20 years. She has led the organization through the Great Recession, the pandemic, Hurricane Helene and now frozen SNAP funding.
"It's a disaster of a different kind," she says. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
"It's a disaster of a different kind," she says. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
A "disaster of a different kind" — food banks work to meet rising demand amid SNAP suspension
Second Harvest of Metrolina pushes to meet rising demand during delayed SNAP benefits.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Kay Carter has been the Second Harvest of Metrolina CEO for more than 20 years. She has led the organization through the Great Recession, the pandemic, Hurricane Helene and now frozen SNAP funding.
"It's a disaster of a different kind," she says. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
"It's a disaster of a different kind," she says. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
🏀 Nationally ranked college basketball teams will descend on Charlotte over the next week with the inaugural Dick Vitale Invitational and the returning Ally Tipoff.
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Big‑time college hoops come to Charlotte in November
Duke vs. Texas and USC vs. N.C. State highlight a major week of college basketball at Spectrum Center — and millions in visitor dollars.
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November 3, 2025 at 9:29 PM
🏀 Nationally ranked college basketball teams will descend on Charlotte over the next week with the inaugural Dick Vitale Invitational and the returning Ally Tipoff.
www.axios.com/local/charlo...
www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Mecklenburg County is rolling out $740,000 in emergency food assistance to support county residents who depend on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
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Mecklenburg County launches emergency food relief amid SNAP delay
With November SNAP benefits delayed for roughly 138,500 residents in Mecklenburg County, local officials are deploying $740,000 in emergency food support.
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November 3, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Mecklenburg County is rolling out $740,000 in emergency food assistance to support county residents who depend on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
www.axios.com/local/charlo...
www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Bank of America Stadium could host multiple major events in 2031 outside of its regular programing:
🏉 Men's Rugby World Cup
⚽️ FIFA Women's World Cup
🏟️ Charlotte is one of 27 cities officially bidding to host the 2031 Rugby World Cup.
www.axios.com/local/charlo...
🏉 Men's Rugby World Cup
⚽️ FIFA Women's World Cup
🏟️ Charlotte is one of 27 cities officially bidding to host the 2031 Rugby World Cup.
www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Charlotte among 27 cities courting 2031 Rugby World Cup
Charlotte officially enters 2031 Rugby World Cup host race.
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October 31, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Bank of America Stadium could host multiple major events in 2031 outside of its regular programing:
🏉 Men's Rugby World Cup
⚽️ FIFA Women's World Cup
🏟️ Charlotte is one of 27 cities officially bidding to host the 2031 Rugby World Cup.
www.axios.com/local/charlo...
🏉 Men's Rugby World Cup
⚽️ FIFA Women's World Cup
🏟️ Charlotte is one of 27 cities officially bidding to host the 2031 Rugby World Cup.
www.axios.com/local/charlo...
🍺 Big Ben Pub will close its Elizabeth on Nov. 2, but owner Neel Gandhi tells Axios he's looking for a new home for the longtime pub.
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Big Ben Pub is closing its doors in Elizabeth
The longtime British pub will close Nov. 2, but the owner says it's not leaving Charlotte for good.
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October 30, 2025 at 5:51 PM
🍺 Big Ben Pub will close its Elizabeth on Nov. 2, but owner Neel Gandhi tells Axios he's looking for a new home for the longtime pub.
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Charlotte FC's biggest summer signing is its fifth highest-paid player, according to Major League Soccer Players Association's latest salary guide. The club signed English defender Harry Toffolo on Aug. 5.
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Charlotte FC's highest-paid players in 2025
Charlotte FC has five players making at least $1 million, according to Major League Soccer Players Association's latest salary guide.
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October 29, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Charlotte FC's biggest summer signing is its fifth highest-paid player, according to Major League Soccer Players Association's latest salary guide. The club signed English defender Harry Toffolo on Aug. 5.
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🏡 Don't expect homes in Charlotte to become more affordable.
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Housing is still unaffordable in Charlotte, despite a supply gain
Charlotte's new housing supply isn't easing affordability pressures for buyers or renters.
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October 29, 2025 at 7:57 PM
🏡 Don't expect homes in Charlotte to become more affordable.
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MLS playoffs are underway, and it's time to see if teams got what they paid for this season.
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Messi makes more than MLS' best regular season team
The Inter Miami star's salary is higher than Philadelphia Union's entire roster — and they finished first during the regular season.
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October 29, 2025 at 5:04 PM
MLS playoffs are underway, and it's time to see if teams got what they paid for this season.
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When Charlotte FC general manager Zoran Krneta came to Charlotte from London more than five years ago, he stepped into a city with years of soccer history but no Major League Soccer team to rally around.
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Charlotte FC rewrote the city's soccer narrative
A passionate 30K+ average crowd and three straight playoff berths show how Charlotte has embraced its team.
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October 24, 2025 at 6:14 PM
When Charlotte FC general manager Zoran Krneta came to Charlotte from London more than five years ago, he stepped into a city with years of soccer history but no Major League Soccer team to rally around.
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www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Eastland Park, a $12.35 million 4.5-acre park, is the latest layer to break ground at Eastland Yards. Next up: a sports complex.
East Charlotte's long‑awaited sports complex finally kicks off in 2026
Eastland Park has broken ground. Up next: A sports complex.
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October 23, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Eastland Park, a $12.35 million 4.5-acre park, is the latest layer to break ground at Eastland Yards. Next up: a sports complex.
Keep an eye on Kon Knueppel's rookie season with the Charlotte Hornets.
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Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel shares favorite Durham food spots
Kon Knueppel's favorite Durham dish? A spicy surprise.
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October 22, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Keep an eye on Kon Knueppel's rookie season with the Charlotte Hornets.
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🏀 Before the Charlotte Hornets tip off the regular season in the recently renovated Spectrum Center tonight, I caught up with Brandon Miller about what he does off the court. Start your engines.
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Brandon Miller shifts gears off the court with his car collection
Before tip‑off at Spectrum Center, Miller opens up about his Dodge, a Lamborghini and his love of cars.
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October 22, 2025 at 12:53 PM
🏀 Before the Charlotte Hornets tip off the regular season in the recently renovated Spectrum Center tonight, I caught up with Brandon Miller about what he does off the court. Start your engines.
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www.axios.com/local/charlo...
🍽️ You may have seen some Hollywood heavyweights — from actors to directors and producers — dining at your favorite Charlotte restaurants over the last year.
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Where the "Roofman" team ate while filming in Charlotte
See which local restaurants made the cut for Hollywood stars filming "Roofman" in Charlotte.
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October 22, 2025 at 12:50 PM
🍽️ You may have seen some Hollywood heavyweights — from actors to directors and producers — dining at your favorite Charlotte restaurants over the last year.
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www.axios.com/local/charlo...
🏀 Spectrum Center’s capacity is now 19,444.
🎤 The Uptown reopens this weekend with a Billie Eilish concert after closing in April for its second round of renovations. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
🎤 The Uptown reopens this weekend with a Billie Eilish concert after closing in April for its second round of renovations. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
See inside: Spectrum Center reopens this weekend after a $245M upgrade
The Uptown arena reopens with new bars and more seats after a $245M facelift.
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October 17, 2025 at 8:57 PM
🏀 Spectrum Center’s capacity is now 19,444.
🎤 The Uptown reopens this weekend with a Billie Eilish concert after closing in April for its second round of renovations. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
🎤 The Uptown reopens this weekend with a Billie Eilish concert after closing in April for its second round of renovations. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
🏒 @checkershockey.bsky.social return to the ice tonight for their home opener.
🎹 For organist Greazy Keyz, it's another opportunity to help fans make memories, because "every game is someone's first game."
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🎹 For organist Greazy Keyz, it's another opportunity to help fans make memories, because "every game is someone's first game."
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How Greazy Keyz sets the vibe at Charlotte Checkers games
From Taylor Swift to The Beatles, Greazy Keyz's live sets match the fans' energy in real time.
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October 17, 2025 at 8:57 PM
🏒 @checkershockey.bsky.social return to the ice tonight for their home opener.
🎹 For organist Greazy Keyz, it's another opportunity to help fans make memories, because "every game is someone's first game."
www.axios.com/local/charlo...
🎹 For organist Greazy Keyz, it's another opportunity to help fans make memories, because "every game is someone's first game."
www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Mike Hill is out as the Charlotte 49ers athletic director effective immediately. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Charlotte 49ers AD Mike Hill out as program pivots
Charlotte 49ers seek fresh direction in athletics.
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October 16, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Mike Hill is out as the Charlotte 49ers athletic director effective immediately. www.axios.com/local/charlo...
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is one of several U.S. airports refusing to show a video of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blaming the government shutdown and resulting travel delays on congressional Democrats.
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Charlotte airport won't show Kristi Noem government shutdown video
Charlotte Douglas International Airport won't show Kristi Noem government shutdown video at TSA checkpoints.
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October 14, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is one of several U.S. airports refusing to show a video of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blaming the government shutdown and resulting travel delays on congressional Democrats.
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www.axios.com/local/charlo...