In the Roundup: Mask bill shelved due to no exception for health concerns but parts targeting protesters still expected to see vote. Plus, #CLTCC proposes budget adjustments, airport workers launch strike, county commissioner-elect charged w/ DWI and more. qcnerve.com/5-things-to-kn…

In this op-ed, Andrew Walshver (Andrew Walshver) traces his journey from Orthodox Judaism to IDF soldier to member of the Charlotte chapter of Jewish Voice for Peace. qcnerve.com/op-ed-jewish-v…

On a new 'Nooze Hounds,' Ryan Pitkin talks to local political organizer Tanya Lewis about the upcoming 2024 elections. Topics range from fascism in the US and gerrymandering in NC to voter apathy and fighting in the face of an overwhelming power imbalance qcnerve.com/nooze-hounds-2…

Nigel is the truth. Check out my write-up on his work to foster the growth of the Charlotte music industry.

UNC Charlotte announced that Assoc. Vice Chancellor for Safety and Security John Bogdan, a controversial figure on campus due to his past tenure as commander of Guantanamo Bay, will retire next month. The response from his most vocal opponents was measured qcnerve.com/john-bogdan-re…

If you know Charlotte hip-hop, you've likely been touched by the sonic imprints of Nigel Malone, (NIGEL©), an engineer, educator and now documentarian whose film 'Carolina Noise' asks artists across the state: Does NC hip-hop have a sound? qcnerve.com/carolina-noise…

This week marks the first for Dezanii Lewis (Dezanii (i still miss my dog) Lewis) as staff writer at Queen City Nerve. She was an intern before she was a regular contributor, and about to become much *more* regular contributor. Give her a follow as we welcome her to the team. From Monday's newsletter:

ICYMI: Last night’s #CLTCC meeting saw a large development planned for Elizabeth get shelved by council and a presentation from the Panthers on the redevelopment and expansion of their South Cedar Street practice facilities, among other topics. qcnerve.com/council-quicki…