Charlotte officials agree on a draft bill for a new transit authority; the policy could lead to a sales tax rise for transportation, pending a 2025 public vote.

Charlotte is starting construction on the I-85 North Bridge to link Research Drive and J.W. Clay Boulevard, including two new bridges. The project aims to ease traffic and improve connectivity in University City.

Charlotte has launched a Strategic Progress Tracker to publicly monitor its progress in areas like governance, safety, and development, with updates every six months.

Mecklenburg County leaders discuss a draft legislation for a one-percent local sales tax vote to fund transit and infrastructure improvements through a potential regional transit authority.

The town of Matthews opposes a proposed sales tax for regional transportation, citing lack of planned light rail development as a reason. They feel excluded and consider BRT an untested alternative.

Wake County will see improved safety at the intersection of Lizard Lick Road and Riley Hill Road as an all-way stop is installed, possibly reducing crashes significantly.

North Carolina awarded $401,000 in grants through NCDOT to enhance transportation, covering plans for bicycle, pedestrian, and public transit improvements across eight localities.

North Carolina DMV installs self-service kiosks in some Harris Teeter stores, providing driver license renewals, voter registration, and vehicle services outside regular hours. Maintenance occurs Sundays until noon.

The N.C. Department of Transportation confirmed a two-week closure of the bridge on Mial Plantation Road for repairs, starting August 12. Detours are provided.

A Delta plane carrying the Carolina Panthers slid off the taxiway at Charlotte Douglas International Airport without injuries after returning from a preseason game.

A vehicle collision closed eastbound U.S. Highway 74 in Union County, with expected delays and detours advised. Traffic was backed up to Stallings; the road later reopened.

Lane shifts on N.C. 115 for the Hamlets at Huntersville project begin August 6, with construction scheduled for completion in 12-14 nights, weather permitting.

West Lake Road in southern Raleigh will be closed from August 3 to 4 for asphalt paving as part of the Complete 540 Project, with local detours posted.