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The transaction shattered records in the Carmel Park neighborhood. It became the third-highest price ever paid for a Charlotte home.

He made this gift to honor his mother, Deloris Jordan. The medical center will rename its neuroscience institute after her — the Novant Health Deloris Jordan Neuroscience Institute.

Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle handed over a check for $45,000 to the Children’s Home Society of North Carolina, turning an NFL fine into a fundraising campaign.

The Dick Vitale Invitational will pit the Duke men against Texas. On Nov. 9, the Ally Tipoff will showcase N.C. State vs. USC on the women’s side.

Twenty-six other cities want the men’s tournament too. Bank of America Stadium would host matches if Charlotte wins.

A fierce CIAA battle awaits as Johnson C. Smith takes on Winston-Salem State this Saturday.

The MLS Cup playoff chase begins as Charlotte FC takes on New York City FC at Bank of America Stadium on Oct. 28.

The Spectrum Center, home of the Charlotte Hornets, has finished its $245 million update. Fans will find new self-serve markets, local food spots, and wide-open gathering spaces.

State sports officials picked new spots for North Carolina’s high school championships this fall. The switch to eight divisions means games will spread across more places than before.

A $250,000 bronze tribute to Charlie Sifford, who shattered the PGA Tour’s color barrier, will soon stand tall on Charlotte’s Trail of History.

Professional women’s basketball returns to the Queen City, as the Charlotte Crown starts play in the UpShot League come May 2026.

Former tennis champion Martina Navratilova stepped into pro sports ownership by buying part of Carolina Ascent FC, getting her into the women’s soccer game in Charlotte.