Steve Clifford’s second tenure as the Charlotte Hornets’ head coach is nearing its completion. Clifford announced on Wednesday that he’s stepping down, effective at the end of the season.

The Carolina Panthers own two top-40 picks entering this month’s NFL draft. With a handful of notable needs still on the roster, the Panthers could significantly upgrade their depth chart in the ...

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said last week that she is praying for President Donald Trump after he walked out of a meeting on infrastructure, and evangelist Franklin Graham is apparently asking ...

Diedra Laird dlaird@charlotteobserver.com As the proud owner of Roadside Blooms, a North Charleston boutique, I’ve seen how small businesses breathe life into local communities and foster ...

Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com The results of a Charlotte-area state Senate race remain in question after state officials voted Thursday to overturn a ruling by the ...