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The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is preparing to spend a whopping $1.4 billion to widen about 10 miles of I-85 between Gastonia and Belmont.¹ That’s roughly $140 million […]
Read More about Widening I-85 Won’t Fix Traffic — It Will Waste $1.4 BillionOctober 6, 2025 was more than just another Charlotte City Council meeting. It was a moment when critical decisions about how we move, live, and grow together began converging. From […]
Read More about A Turning Point for the Region: Shaping the Future of Transit and HousingAt Sustain Charlotte, we’re inviting you to take part in Week Without Driving. It’s a nationwide campaign that shines a light on what it’s like to navigate daily life without […]
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