Fantasia Barrino has joined the likes of Christina Milian, Raven Symone and Stacey Dash. Over the weekend, she announced her headlining concert in Charlotte, N.C., and fans went crazy after seeing the event’s name: “Hear Me Now! – All Lives Matter.” https://twitter.com/VashtiHurt/status/780069385859923968 The dismissive statement, which is a response to the Black Lives Matter outcry, caused social […]

UPDATED Thursday, September 22 8:55 PM: Current reports show that Justin Carr passed early evening on Thursday. Prayers are with his family. A state of emergency was declared last night in Charlotte as protests continued over the police shooting of Keith Lamont Scott on Tuesday. Police Chief Kerr Putney said in during a press conference that […]

On Tuesday, September 20, Keith Lamont Scott was shot and killed by a Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer while waiting at the bus stop to pick up his child. Details on how he died and the reasons for his death vary between the community, family and police. His death has sparked outrage in a city that is normally […]

On Tuesday, September 20, Keith Lamont Scott was shot and killed by a Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer while waiting at the bus stop to pick up his child. Details on how he died and the reasons for his death vary between the community, family and police. His death has sparked outrage in a city that is normally […]

Charlotte and Mecklenburg County leaders held a press conference this morning to provide details of the events happening in the past 48 hours in Charlotte. Mayor Jennifer Roberts asked again for peaceful protests and for the community to come together to find a peaceful resolution. Police Chief Kerr Putney said there were 45 arrests and […]

With a lot of talented youth out in the community it’s only right that Raised on the Block gives them a huge shout out! NC GEMS, founded by Tracy Taylor does just that. The basketball program is designed to mentor, educate, and get teens in front of college coaches so that they may have a […]

There are many local residents of Charlotte who go hungry each day. Headlines Barbershop is doing something about that and hosting their 4th annual Food Drive! Raised on the Block host, Star Connor spoke with Mrs. Season Bennett about her drive and her husband’s choice to add more than 20 other local barbershops in with […]

Charlotte Mecklenburg Black Chamber of Commerce : 30 Under 30 Recognition Event is coming up this Thursday, July 28 and it’s one event that you shouldn’t miss out on !! The non-profit organization will be hosting their first annual event at Johnson C. Smith University-Grimes Lounge from 8:00 am – 10:00 am. ‘Raised on the […]

July 30th young adults and teens will be joining forces on the campus of Johnson C. Smith University for the Hip Hop Teen Summit. Raised on the Block host, Star Connor spoke with two of the organizations directors, Tracy Battle and Albert Carter about the unique event.   •Event Goals •DIGITAL HIP HOP SUMMIT: Create […]

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Teen domestic violence has hit us all in one way or another. Weather its a friend. family relative, or a story being told to us about another persons experience. Teen Domestic Violence Awareness (#TDVA) has made its way to a national contest in the month of February asking everyone to wear orange. Check with your […]

              UPDATED: SHEILA STEWART HOME GOING INFORMATION: Sheila’s home going service is scheduled for Wednesday October 30, 2013. Viewing will…

The wait is over. In a press conference this afternoon, President Obama tapped Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx to be secretary for the Department of Transportation.…