Charlotte Journalism Collaborative

There are many ways to keep up with the CJC and our partners. Find our socials 👍here: sked.link/cltjournalism and Sign Up for our Weekly Newsletter 🗞️ - …lottejourrnalism.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=05…

💡 Your opinion matters! Did you find the CJC Voter Guide helpful this election season? We want to know what you think and what more we can do to support you. Please fill out our quick 4-question survey: forms.gle/P3VoE2f5RZRoM7…. Thank you! ❤️🗳️

Are you ready to VOTE? 🇺🇸 Early voting is happening now - see the @CLTJournalism 2024 Voter Guide at charlottejournalism.org/cjc-election-h… #charlottevotes #localjournalism #democracy #2024election #voteearly

In-person early voting started yesterday 🗳️🇺🇸. This year, the @CLTjournalism partners worked together to survey candidates. Access the 2024 CJC Voter Guide @https://charlottejournalism.org/cjc-election-hub/

In NC, absentee ballots will go out to military and overseas voters on Sept. 20, to all other voters who requested a ballot on Sept. 24. Read press release: tinyurl.com/scvera5f #YourVoteCountsNC #ncpol

The Charlotte City Council voted last night to double the proposed housing bond from $50 million to $100 million... But remember the final approval is ultimately up to voters this November. Officials say they want the public's feedback on housing priorities via this survey:

🏅 @queensuniv student speaks with @wfae's Marshall Terry about her experience at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Listen to the interview here and visit queensnewsservice.org to read stories written by Queens students covering the Olympics and more!  wfae.org/sports/2024-08…

We're 👍👍 about zines!!! Pick up your CJC #zine at one of the regional @cmlibrary locations or download a printable copy at charlottejournalism.org/zines/  This project is supported, in part, with funding from @asccharlotte

In our next #zine, @cltzines illustrates our latest collab investigation on @habitatcltregion. This project is supported, in part, with funding from @asccharlotte. 🎨 Zine by Kenneth Raudales #creativecollaboration 🖨️ at charlottejournalism.org/zine-habitat-f…

Our next #zine is from @carolinapublicpress' story "NC communities have multiple strategies to stem youth violence." This project of the CJC is supported, in part, with funding from @asccharlotte. #zines #creativecollaboration Download 🖨️ charlottejournalism.org/zine-stemming-…

Violet King's zine, based on the @charlotteobserver story "Planned Charlotte housing development for once incarcerated ‘a pathway’ for success." This project is supported, in part, with funding from @asccharlotte. #zines #creativecollaboration #charlotte charlottejournalism.org/zine-a-pathway…

Evictions are affecting the most vulnerable and housing advocates are seeking solutions to provide representation. Stories by Destiniee Jaram, QCity Metro and Lexi Wilson, WCNC Charlotte | Zine by Greg Russell #zines #affordablehousing #charlotte charlottejournalism.org/zine-charlotte…

In response to the growing need for affordable housing for seniors in the city, one Charlotte local is developing a senior housing community in east Charlotte, which will include 32 units. @qcitymetro #charlotte #affordablehousing #solutions qcitymetro.com/2024/07/05/aff…

Are landlords in North Carolina allowed to raise the rent as high as they want in low-income housing? #charlottehousing #affordablehousing #charlotte #localjournalism #verify >> wcnc.com/article/news/v…

Happy Juneteenth Charlotte! See events in the city today and this week @qcitymetro #celebratefreedom #juneteenth #charlotte qcitymetro.com/2024/05/30/21-…

Affordable housing for teachers sparks mixed reactions in the community. What are your thoughts? #charlottehousing #teachervillage charlotteobserver.com/news/local/edu…

Cerca de 90 personas protestaron en el vecindario de casas móviles Charlotte Hills por presuntos atropellos inmobiliarios e intimidación. @lanoticia  lanoticia.com/noticias/usa/n…

CMS has proposed a $1 million “teacher village” that is supposed to provide affordable housing for educators. But the idea is being met with some backlash from some advocates and teachers. The proposal and budget are set for a vote tonight. From @wcnc wcnc.com/article/news/e…

Robert Johnson, longtime co-publisher of Charlotte's oldest Black-owned news publication, has died at 84. Johnson is remembered for his commitment to the -community and mentorship of young journalists. qcitymetro.com/2024/06/06/rob…

ARTIST OPPORTUNITY $$: Help us deliver news in creative ways. The Charlotte Journalism Collaborative is looking for more local artists to work with local reporters this month to create zines. Find out more at charlottejournalism.org/zines/ and DM if you are interested.