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City council member clarifies allegations of corruption, says comments were misconstrued
Monday night was Victoria Watlington’s first city council meeting after making what some perceived as blistering comments ...
Charlotte City Council member alleges corruption amid reported CMPD settlement
Charlotte City Council member Victoria Watlington alleged corruption within city government in an email to supporters Tuesday ...
Charlotte Mayor Lyles announces efforts to improve City Council after ‘tough week’
“We are seeking a new partner,” Roof Above CEO Liz Clasen-Kelly said, noting her organization is seeing increased operating ...
Charlotte mayor: Council member should offer proof of corruption if she has it
Mayor Vi Lyles and some council members held a news conference to talk about council member Victoria Watlington’s statement ...
Interim city attorney in the spotlight as Charlotte City Council votes to settle
The council and CMPD are in turmoil after Channel 9 broke the news that the Charlotte City Council secretly voted to settle a ...
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Are plumbers coming to fix Charlotte’s leaks?
Does Charlotte need its own “plumbers”? Democratic Charlotte City Council member Malcolm Graham is on board with the concept.
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Council member says Charlotte was 'unethical, immoral' in settlement with police chief
Charlotte City Council member Victoria Watlington criticized the city in an email to constituents, expressing frustration ...
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Dr. Victoria Watlington to host town hall, moderated by Channel 9’s Joe Bruno
On Thursday, Council Member Dr. Victoria Watlington will be hosting a town hall that will be open to the entire Charlotte community. It will be called “The First 100 Days: Reflections and ...
Legal expert explains drama in Charlotte City Council
Questions remain about whether an alleged settlement with CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings is valid and what would happen to the ...