Nick de la Canal
Host, All Things Considered / ReporterNick de la Canal can be heard on public radio airwaves across the Charlotte region, bringing listeners the latest in local and regional news developments on WFAE's All Things Considered. He's been a part of the WFAE newsroom since 2013, when he began as an intern.
He has been twice nominated as Charlotte's best radio personality by readers of the Queen City Nerve, and his reporting has covered a wide array of topics, from city and state government to local transportation, housing, business and the arts. His radio features have won two 2023 RTDNA awards and a regional 2024 Edward R. Murrow Award. In addition to filing stories for WFAE, he has filed for NPR's Morning Edition, NPR's All Things Considered, NPR's Latino USA, and BBC Outlook.
He is passionate about serving the community and helping the Charlotte region strive toward a better future. He grew up in Charlotte, graduated from Myers Park High School, and received his degree in journalism from Emerson College in Boston.
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Kannapolis City Schools dismissed students early Friday after E. coli was detected in the city’s drinking water.Officials shut off water service at schools and sent students home before noon. A boil water advisory is in effect for the city, with residents urged to boil water for drinking, cooking and brushing teeth.City officials say crews are treating the system, and the issue is expected to be resolved within a day.
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Charlotte City Council member Dimple Ajmera is calling for a temporary pause on new data centers near residential areas, citing concerns about noise, water use and energy demand. -
Atrium Health says its moving closer to delivering on its affordable housing commitments tied to The Pearl after earlier reporting found delays and discrepancies. -
Cathy Bessant is stepping down as CEO of the Foundation for the Carolinas, effective Thursday, according to an announcement shared with foundation staff and local media. -
A Mecklenburg County advocacy group says required 90-day reviews meant to move foster children toward permanent homes aren’t happening consistently. The county says it’s making changes. -
A judge has ordered the release of surveillance video that reportedly shows Mooresville Mayor Chris Carney inside Town Hall without pants. The footage, sought in a lawsuit by WBTV, must be released within five days. -
The man accused of fatally stabbing a 23-year-old woman on Charlotte’s light rail is incapable of standing trial, according to doctors. A judge will make the final determination. -
A major business announcement in Charlotte today: Japanese bank SMBC Group says it has chosen the city for its second U.S. headquarters, bringing about 2,000 jobs and a $50.5 million investment. -
Charlotte leaders are considering bringing back red light cameras to some of the city’s most dangerous intersections. The renewed interest comes after a 25-year-old runner was killed on The Plaza. -
One of Charlotte's largest arts and culture festivals — Charlotte SHOUT! — returns this weekend, but there's plenty other events coming up this month too. Our First Friday Arts panel looks at the month ahead.
