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The national debate over whether English should be the official U.S. language has moved closer to home. In recent weeks, members of local government in Matthews and Landis have tried to push English-only ordinances. WFAE commentator Sally Phillips shares her thoughts on the matter.

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September 2nd marks the anniversary of the official end of World War Two. WFAE commentator Elizabeth Richardson has been reflecting on those times in 1945, and thinking about her father. Here's the story of how the war ended for Richard Cameron Richardson.

Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory recently hosted another meeting of his immigration study commission. The committee is hunting for local information and data so they can make informed recommendations on how to deal with issues surrounding both legal and illegal immigration. The committee is expected to issue a final report in December. WFAE's Craig Fahle spoke with Mayor McCrory. He asked him why it was important to localize the immigration debate.

Most economic news that's being made in Charlotte these days seems to be good. Charlotte companies are growing, and new ones are relocating to the city. But just how strong is the region's economic machine? And why? From the Carolinas Business Bureau, we went in search of the answers.

Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory recently hosted another meeting of his immigration study commission. The committee is hunting for local information and data so they can make informed recommendations on how to deal with issues surrounding both legal and illegal immigration. The committee is expected to issue a final report in December. WFAE's Craig Fahle spoke with Mayor McCrory. He asked him why it was important to localize the immigration debate.

Most economic news that's being made in Charlotte these days seems to be good. Charlotte companies are growing, and new ones are relocating to the city. But just how strong is the region's economic machine? And why? From the Carolinas Business Bureau, we went in search of the answers.

Attending a corporate meeting or reading a company memo can leave you feeling like you need a translator. WFAE commentator Peter Moore longs for a simpler approach to communication in the workplace.

(08/24/06) The Charlotte area has seen a jump in the number of dog parks in recent years. But WFAE commentator Jean Cauthen worried about whether her dog "Blue" was dog park material.

(08/24/06) As August begins to wind down, so too do the "Dog Days of Summer." Most people associate the phrase "dog days" with the sultry summer heat of July and August. But for dog lover and WFAE commentator Elizabeth Richardson, it means something more.

(08/23/06) Nearly a year after Hurricane Katrina, many gulf coast residents continue the struggle of rebuilding their homes while living in temporary housing. Now, Mooresville-based Lowe's has teamed up with designers to find what they believe is a solution to both problems. WFAE's Craig Fahle interviewed Lowe's spokesperson Chris Ahearn about the new "Katrina Cottages."