April 22nd

Today is Earth Day.

We should see a high of 80° with strong storms possible this afternoon and evening.

Here are the top Charlotte Stories for April 22nd, 2025:

A stretch of unsettled weather is moving into the Charlotte area, bringing the potential for isolated severe storms, hail, and damaging winds over the...READ MORE

Charlotte to Offer Free Public Transit on Earth Day as Part of Weeklong Environmental Events

In recognition of Earth Day, the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will waive fares across its entire network on Tuesday, April 22. The fare-free...READ MORE

Charlotte Charter School Secures $3 Million Bond For Transformational New Facility

A.C.E. Academy—a charter school dedicated to academics, character, and entrepreneurship—will close on a three-million-dollar education bond to expand their facilities. The school will open...READ MORE

Charlotte’s River District Becomes First To Earn Prestigious Sustainability Award

Crescent Communities’ 1,400-acre River District development in west Charlotte has officially been designated a One Planet Living (OPL) Leader, becoming the first project in the Southeast...READ MORE

Charlotte FC Takes Down San Diego To Climb To First Place in MLS Conference

Charlotte FC is now in first place in Major League Soccer’s eastern Conference after their Easter weekend 3-0 victory over San Diego. Our team...READ MORE

Upcoming Events

• Mt. Joy @ AvidXchange Music Factory - April 25

• Garibaldi Festival @ Downtown Belmont - April 26

• Charlotte FC vs New England @ BofA Stadium - April 26

• Lovin’ Life Music Fest @ Uptown Charlotte - May 2nd - 4th

• Cody Johnson @ PNC Music Pavilion - May 2nd

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