CHARLOTTE, NC — Charlotte still planning to host the Republican National Convention in August amid a global pandemic.
But is it time to pull the plug?
WCCB political contributor Mary C. Curtis has more on the local debate.
POLITICAL WRAP: President Trump Ramps Down Coronavirus Briefings; Plans for Next Stimulus
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – “Not worth the time and effort.”
President Trump ramps down his daily briefings, after controversial remarks about using disinfectants to fight coronavirus.
Is the President now pivoting to his re-election strategy?
And will his opponent, former Vice President Joe Biden, be able to get his message out with so much attention on the virus?
Our political contributor, Mary C. Curtis, has more on that and details on another possible stimulus bill, in the video above.
Apr262020
Mary C. Curtis: Reopening NC & Relief Bill for Small Businesses
CHARLOTTE, NC — More COVID-19 relief is coming from a $480 billion dollar package for small businesses.
There’s also money for hospitals and testing.
The bill moves from the senate to the house where it is expected to be voted on Thursday.
South Carolina made the move to lift restrictions for some businesses.
WCCB political contributor Mary C. Curtis has more on what the move means.
Apr222020
POLITICAL WRAP: Calls to “Reopen NC” and Small Business Stimulus Program Runs out of Money
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The political and medical battle continues over when to re-open the states, with President Trump tweeting to “liberate,” backing protests in states led by Democratic governors.
And will there will be a second round of stimulus money for small business loans? A $349 billion rescue program ran out of money Thursday, just two weeks after it was launched. Could a deal be worked out soon?
Click above for more from our political contributor, Mary C. Curtis.
Apr192020
Charlotte Talks Local News Roundup: Coronavirus In Mecklenburg County; RNC Full Speed Ahead
On the Charlotte Talks Local News Roundup …
We take a look at the latest on the coronavirus outbreak and its impact in Mecklenburg County and beyond. We’ll have the latest on the number of cases and deaths in our area and whether those numbers are beginning to decline.
Earnings are in and Charlotte-based Bank of America’s profits were cut in half this quarter because the bank is setting aside money in preparation for defaults that are likely because of the effects of the coronavirus. We’ll look into that and how other financial institutions are faring.
Small businesses can now apply for a low-interest loan in Mecklenburg County, under a new program that began on Tuesday. The program would help small businesses hurt by the impact of the coronavirus, and $6 million was approved by county commissioners to fund it. But the money is going fast. We’ll discuss.
Planners for the upcoming Republican National Convention in Charlotte say the convention is still running “full speed ahead” but plans are being made to achieve social distancing and the possibility that everyone might wear a mask.
And the Carolina Panthers’ Christian McCaffrey is now the NFL’s highest paid running back.
Mike Collins will go through those stories and more with area journalists coming up on the next Charlotte Talks local news roundup.
Guests:
Glenn Burkins, founder and publisher of www.qcitymetro.com
Mary C. Curtis, columnist for Rollcall.com and WCCB
Katie Peralta, senior editor for Charlotte Agenda
David Boraks, reporter for WFAE
Apr172020
POLITICAL WRAP: Coronavirus – Business vs. Health & Impact on Minorities
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Rising tension between business leaders and health officials about when to re-open.
And new data showing how minorities are at higher risk for Coronavirus infections and death.
Click above for more with our political contributor, Mary C. Curtis.
Apr122020
Mary C. Curtis: Wisconsin Holds Primary During Pandemic
CHARLOTTE, NC — Despite a global pandemic, people lined up at the polls to cast their votes in Tuesday’s Wisconsin primary.
The state supreme court blocked democratic governor Tony Evers’ bid to delay it until June.
Political contributor Mary C. Curtis weighs in on the election and whether or not it was the right decision.
Apr082020
POLITICAL WRAP: Plans for RNC Amid Coronavirus Concerns
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Mayor Vi Lyles putting a question mark around RNC 2020 in Charlotte.
Could that pit the city, CDC, and state officials against the president?
WCCB Charlotte political contributor Mary C. Curtis has more in the web video above.
Apr052020
Mary C. Curtis: How U.S. Governors and Mayors Are Fighting Coronavirus
CHARLOTTE, NC — Governors and mayors across the country including the Carolinas have taken a lead role in confronting the coronavirus pandemic.
Many are giving day-to-day updates and holding press conferences to keep you informed.
WCCB political contributor Mary C. Curtis weighs in on how different leaders are responding.
Apr012020
