Good morning, this is Charlotte Local Pulse for Sunday, September 28, 2025.

We start the day with breaking news from overnight. WSOC TV reports a tragic shooting on Saturday morning took the lives of two people and left six injured across Charlotte. The most serious incidents were near South End and along Sugar Creek Road. Police are investigating and ask anyone with information to come forward. Security remains tight at many transit stops this morning, especially after the August light-rail tragedy at the South End station, which still weighs heavy on our community. The city council this week is actively addressing rail safety, debating more visible security and fare enforcement to make sure neighborhoods feel safe again.

Turning to the weather, chief meteorologists at WCNC say a tropical system named Alda is tracking offshore, bringing relief after last week’s tense forecasts. The rain will mostly fall east of Charlotte, sparing us flood risk, though we could see scattered showers this afternoon. Expect highs around 77 degrees, cooling a bit tonight. If you have outdoor plans along Romare Bearden Park or walking the Little Sugar Creek Greenway, you should be in the clear, but hold onto an umbrella just in case.

In city hall, the latest resolution expands the powers of Professional Police Services Inc., the private security firm, to bring more accountability on light-rail platforms and buses. Residents who rely on public transit, especially in upscale South End and bustling NoDa, have voiced strong support for safety upgrades. Leaders promise quick action, but we’ll keep following for real change.

On the job front, Charlotte employers posted roughly 700 new jobs this week, with upticks in healthcare and tech. Atrium Health and Bank of America are advertising for positions from nurses to cybersecurity roles. Unemployment is holding steady near five percent, according to city economic data.

Real estate is still hot. The median home price in Mecklenburg County climbed to about 470 thousand dollars in September. Uptown condos along Brevard Street are seeing a surge in interest. Realtors are hosting more open houses today and tomorrow, but remind listeners that home financing rates remain near six and a half percent.

For cultural events, the Charlotte Jazz Festival kicks off Tuesday with concerts at Blumenthal and intimate pop-ups in Plaza Midwood. Music lovers can also catch Carolina bluegrass at the Visulite and a free open-mic night at Snug Harbor tonight.

School sports saw Myers Park High School’s football team clinch a tight win Friday night, while Providence High celebrated its state-ranked girls tennis team after a big away victory. Meanwhile, local schools are wrestling with reduced federal funding for fresh cafeteria meals, with parents and farmers urging state lawmakers to patch the gap. Advocates say food quality matters for every kid’s success.

On a positive note, we celebrate the effort of the Dilworth Neighborhood Association, which turned out two hundred volunteers yesterday to clean up Latta Park. Kids, parents, and seniors joined together – a reminder of what makes Charlotte special.

Before we wrap up, please stay alert. While last night’s major crime was outside the city, Charlotte police continue investigating vehicle break-ins around Fairview Road and warn drivers to lock up.

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