By Peter Smolowitz, The Charlotte Observer, N.C. Aug. 25--ABOUT 70 BUSES -- mostly along suburban routes -- will likely be delayed when school opens Monday, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools warned.

By Ann Doss Helms, The Charlotte Observer, N.C. Sep. 2--Packing trendy pellet pistols has gotten students at three Charlotte-Mecklenburg middle schools suspended during the first week of school.

By Peter Smolowitz, The Charlotte Observer, N.C. Sep. 28--A highly regarded former spokeswoman for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is returning to the district as it tries to overcome criticism for stonewalling and bungling communications.