Scenes From Uptown Charlotte

Across the street from the pro-life protester a man holds a pro-choice sign.

On Tuesday, CMPD helicopter landed in the median between 277 and Stonewall/Caldwell. Chief Monroe climbed aboard for a look at things from above.

Several police officers stand in the shade

It may have started off a beautiful day for the DNC celebration, CarolinaFest, but an afternoon downpour forced many to take cover under building overhangs, vendor tents, or, like this family, under the closest Umbrella.

MSNBC host Steve Kornacki and an audience wait for "The Cycle" to broadcast live from the Epicenter on Monday.

Google's DNC headquarters were quite the hot spot. Erected in a parking lot the corner of Third and Tryon Streets, the space offered festival goers free drinks, free wifi, plush chairs, and a cell phone charging station.

Google's DNC headquarters were quite the hot spot. Erected in a parking lot the corner of Third and Tryon Streets, the space offered festival goers free drinks, free wifi, plush chairs, and a cell phone charging station.

Parking prices are at a premium. Use of public transportation is encouraged.

National news organizations put their stamp on parts of Uptown.