Charlotte Douglas expects about 1.05 million travelers May 20–26; higher jet‑fuel costs and Spirit's shutdown are weighing on fares. Quick tips for getting through CLT.

Charlotte Douglas Airport landed a $28M FAA grant to replace roofing and HVAC in its atriums and Concourse D. The work dovetails with the airport’s ongoing terminal upgrades.

NCDOT crews will close local roads near Mooresboro as work begins to convert the U.S. 74 intersection into an interchange; expect detours and about a year of construction.

The city extended its Gateway Station agreement this week, but missing passenger facilities and funding fights leave Amtrak’s Uptown move by 2030 in doubt.

New data show North Carolina drivers are paying more for monthly payments, insurance and repairs — squeezing household budgets across the Triangle.

Rock Hill may end its fare-free My Ride routes and shift riders onto a paid, reservation service that would cost about $2.50 per trip.

EPA proposes removing emissions testing from the federal clean‑air plan in 19 North Carolina counties, a change that could save drivers nearly $20 million a year while drawing environmental pushback.

Brakes on an Amtrak car caught fire near Charlotte Station, forcing the evacuation of more than 100 passengers. Firefighters contained the blaze to the brake pads and checked riders for smoke exposure.

A sweeping South Carolina bill would let SCDOT build tolled "choice" lanes and pursue public‑private deals. The change could reach I‑77 at the Charlotte border.

Crews began demolition work at Kannapolis Lake's spillway and a test blast is scheduled today. The city warns of small, controlled blasts and possible minor vibrations.

Kannapolis council approved changes that could end the Brown fixed bus route and reduce the city's share of Rider Transit costs, leaving seniors and commuters worried.

City leaders accepted about $3 million in grants and a private gift to finish the Rail Trail bridge over I‑277, a span expected to open in 2028.

CATS wants rider input on a plan to add tap‑and‑go payments, smart cards and fare capping. Public comment runs through May 7 and a hearing is scheduled that evening.