Charlotte Talks

Wednesday, May 10, 2017 The school board hears from Charlotte-Mecklenburg parents about the new student assignment plan. Then, we hear about the city's study of farmers markets. Are they in need of help?

Tuesday, May 9, 2017 Popular support for the medical use of marijuana has never been higher, but the Trump administration may have a contrary opinion. Could the patchwork of state laws governing cannabis be replaced by a federal law? A conversation about that.

Monday, May 8, 2017 What happens when mega development moves into the neighborhood? We head to Plaza Midwood where a tiny bar has become the poster child for rapid growth in an old neighborhood.

Friday, May 5 2017 Charlotte’s city manager proposes spending increases but no increase in property tax. Toll road opponents lose in court. CMS works on explaining their new assignment plan. And Duke Energy holds their annual meeting online but real protestors show up anyway. Host Mike Collins and the roundup reporters cover those stories and more on the Friday news roundup.

Thursday, May 4, 2017 The end of an era and the beginning of one. First, how NASCAR plans on revitalizing their sport. Then, the FCC’s plans to roll back net neutrality. What would this new Internet reality mean to you?

Wednesday, May 3, 2017 Our state is second in the nation for installed solar capacity but Duke Energy is pushing for rule changes that advocates say could hurt that growth. We find out more.

Tuesday, May 2, 2017 America’s pre-eminent First Amendment Lawyer, Floyd Abrams, joins Mike Collins for a discussion about the history of that amendment and what he sees as threats to free speech.

Monday, May 1, 2017 The chairman of Wells Fargo's board says a "message of dissatisfaction" was heard loud and clear at the bank's rowdy annual meeting. With that out of the way, what lies ahead for the bank? Guest host Tom Bullock

Friday, April 28 2017 On the local news roundup: new school boundaries for CMS. Different atmospheres at the annual Bank of America and Wells Fargo shareholder meetings. Craft brewers stymied in their efforts to grow, and Dale Earnhardt, Jr. turns in the keys. Host Mike Collins and the roundup reporters cover those stories and much more.

Thursday, April 27, 2017 The CMS student assignment plan was unveiled by Superintendent Ann Clark this week. How well does it address the desire for neighborhood schools and the need to diversify the system? We take an in-depth look with education reporters and school board members.

Wednesday, April 26, 2017 A quick look at the new CMS student assignment plan and then we pour over the fight over brewer’s rights. A bill that would have allowed craft beer brewers to control distribution did not come to pass. Now what?

Tuesday, April 25, 2017 President Trump is facing a milestone: Saturday will mark his first 100 days in office. During the campaign, he promised certain things would be done in those first 100 days. So, how’s he doing?

Monday, April 24, 2017 A panel studying North Carolina’s court system is recommending changes. It would be the first overhaul of the courts in the digital age. Mike Collins speaks with two of the panel's co-chairs, including an associate justice on North Carolina's Supreme Court.

Friday, April 21, 2017 On the local news roundup, the NCAA brings championship games back to the state but not to Charlotte. The ACC is more generous. And another lawsuit connected to Wells Fargo’s sales practices. Mike Collins and the roundup reporters cover those stories and more.

Thursday, April 20, 2017 Martin Short talks about comedy and his career, and what to expect from his live performance with Steve Martin on Saturday. Then, crisis management for corporations. When everything goes wrong, how do you make it right?