I-77 South
Coverage of I-77 South in the Nexus archive.
- I-77 South shut down after early morning crash
An early morning crash on I-77 South in southwest Charlotte caused the road to shut down, resulting in three people being hospitalized with one sustaining serious injuries. Traffic delays occurred as the crash site was near Westinghouse Boulevard, and crews worked to clear the area, reopening one lane by 5:50 a.m.
- 2 shot on I-77 in Mooresville
Two people were shot on I-77 South at the Brawley School Road Exit in Mooresville during a driving-related incident. One victim was transported to a local hospital, while the other was airlifted to Charlotte. The shooting occurred at the beginning of Exit 35 off-ramp, and police temporarily closed the lanes before reopening them.
- I-77 South toll lane plans may return despite previous rejection
Plans for toll lanes on I-77 South in Charlotte may be reconsidered after initial rejection, with a re-vote scheduled for Sept. 23 ahead of a state budget deadline. Opposing communities could face repaying over $60 million in project costs, and Charlotte City Council previously voted 6-5 against the project despite ongoing discussions to revive it.
- Charlotte nonprofit proposes 9-point plan to ease I‑77 congestion without toll lane expansion
Sustain Charlotte, a nonprofit, proposes a nine-point plan to reduce I-77 congestion without expanding toll lanes, following the cancellation of a controversial toll lane project. The plan includes operational improvements, transit expansion, and regional coordination, with some steps starting immediately.
- 5 finalists for Charlotte's interim mayor describe their approach to the role, major city issues
Five finalists for Charlotte's interim mayor discussed their approaches to the role and major city issues, including the future of I-77 South.