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Launched in April 1998, Charlotte Talks with Mike Collins has become the region's exclusive forum for the discussion of politics, arts, culture, social issues, literature, human interest, the environment and more.

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins

Republican North Carolina Supreme Court candidate Jefferson Griffin concedes. The Charlotte city budget is proposed, but a closed-door meeting to settle a potential lawsuit overshadows that announcement. After years of waiting, REAL ID goes into effect, and the Charlotte Checkers are moving through the Calder Cup playoffs.

Local News Roundup: City Council controversy; Griffin concedes; REAL ID begins; Charlotte Checkers push through playoffs

The PGA Championship returns to Charlotte, bringing the world's top golfers to Quail Hollow. We preview the tournament with organizer insights, and cover everything from players to watch to the local impact on the economy and tourism.

PGA Championship preview: Charlotte hosts golf's biggest stage

On the next Charlotte Talks, the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has asked for federal recognition for decades. Could the Trump administration be the answer?

Trump supports full federal recognition of the Lumbee Tribe. What does the path forward look like?

Constitutionally, North Carolina’s governor has little power compared to other states. Recently, the Republican-controlled General Assembly has made moves to take away even more power. While legal questions about these moves remain, we look at what these attempts mean for the future of how our state government operates.

What changes to executive power mean for the future of NC politics

On this Charlotte Talks, a conversation with Mo Green, North Carolina’s state superintendent. Green, a Democrat, defeated Republican Michele Morrow in a highly contentious race in November. We find out how he’s approaching the job — and meeting parents, students and teachers where they are.

A conversation with Mo Green, NC's superintendent of public instruction

The fallout continues over a reported settlement with CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings. The CMS board speaks out after ICE detains a man near Charlotte East Language Academy. Allison Riggs is officially sworn in to her state Supreme Court seat, and the PGA Championship comes to Charlotte this weekend.

Local News Roundup: Jennings dispute fallout; CMS-ICE action; Riggs sworn in; PGA Championship comes to Charlotte

Online sports gambling was legalized statewide in March 2024. As wagers increased, so did calls to a hotline for those seeking help. Who is at risk for problem gambling? How can they get support?

Chasing Losses: When online gambling becomes more than a game

On the next Charlotte Talks, if legend is correct, the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence turns 250 on Tuesday. It predates the Philadelphia declaration by a year and is a much beloved and much debated piece of Charlotte history. Questions swirl: Did the declaration really exist? Was the oft-quoted text actually part of the Mecklenburg Resolves? Did the wording influence Thomas Jefferson?

The 250th anniversary of the Meck Dec

A look at Mecklenburg County’s proposed budget, a possible property tax increase and County Manager Dena Diorio’s time in office.

As Diorio sets eyes on retirement, we discuss the county budget and her tenure as county manager

Russ Ferguson was appointed shortly after President Trump took office this year. He leads an office of nearly 100 federal prosecutors and support personnel serving 32 counties. We talk about his priorities as U.S. attorney, including eliminating cartels, reducing drug trafficking, violent crime and more.

A conversation with Russ Ferguson, new U.S. attorney for NC's Western district

On the next Charlotte Talks, coming and goings, controversy and conflict — even an indictment. All of that is swirling around Charlotte City Council. We take a deep dive and answer your questions.

Controversy and conflict surround Charlotte City Council. How do they move forward?

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