Charlotte: Quick Facts

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Sea-Tac airport is adding nonstop flights to 5 new cities. See start dates, prices • Nov. 12, 2026, 5:31 PM ET (The Tacoma News Tribune)

From Disney to ‘Star Trek,’ king of science fiction to be celebrated in Charlotte • Nov. 11, 2026, 5:05 AM ET (The Charlotte Observer)

Airport workers walk out as Charlotte approves multibillion-dollar lease • Nov. 10, 2026, 5:00 AM ET (The Charlotte Observer)

Minor league report: Penguins beat Checkers for 3rd consecutive win • Nov. 7, 2026, 10:43 PM ET (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review)

Café serving sweet and savory crêpes heads to South End. When does it open? • Nov. 6, 2026, 11:21 AM ET (The Charlotte Observer)

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