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A recently released mid-year report by Queens University’s Center for Digital Equity highlights 20K+ hours of digital skills training and 2K+ laptops to those in need. Read more highlights, via @CBJnewsroom https://t.co/H4pxfyflcF

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Honorees in CBJ’s 2024 Women in Business Achievement Awards program have been revealed. See the full list via, @CBJnewsroom https://t.co/9BiLrXox1J

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CLT Alliance Foundation has launched a new online resource hub to help small business owners in the Charlotte region navigate the complex entrepreneurial ecosystem. More can be found here >>> via @CLTInno https://t.co/Qi0Ec8Qqsz

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Charlotte-based Bank of America revealed today its latest hourly minimum wage change as part of its initiative to reach $25 per hour by 2025. via, @CBJnewsroom https://t.co/tiLKVAmpBx

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This local startup is in growth mode as it continues to serve several of Charlotte’s most high-level executives. via, @CLTInno https://t.co/pbnUH6m86W

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CMPD rep confirms there will be a press conference here but time is TBD

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According to first responders, the fire is near Fairview Road and Piedmont Row Drive, at a construction site. via, @CBJnewsroom https://t.co/XOTBQUwdNq

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ICYMI: Bank of America was reportedly one of the banks to opt out of bidding for First Republic Bank. Here’s analysts take on why. via, @CBJnewsroom https://t.co/24IVAGhHrR

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Local credit union leaders share steps they are taking to avoid being swept under the banking crisis. via, @CBJnewsroom https://t.co/qCtUDvKjFk

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Local economists and banking officials are confident that Charlotte's banking ecosystem is not susceptible to Silicon Valley Bank's sudden collapse. Here's what they're saying. via, @CBJnewsroom https://t.co/dSsyC7yy8D

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Charlotte-based startup @PiedmontPennies has taken its spin on traditional Southern cheese straws to the next level. via, @CLTInno https://t.co/lTCq9cUvHf

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A Charlotte-based HR technology startup has eliminated jobs due to macroeconomic-related headwinds, among other factors, according to a letter from its CEO. via, @CLTInno https://t.co/20GyHfA7Im

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Truist CEO Bill Rogers announces new program to support minority-owned small businesses called “Where It Starts.” Bank will work with nonprofits on “long-term program.”

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U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry recently spoke with @CBJnewsroom about his plans to develop a solid cryptocurrency regulatory framework. https://t.co/15qh4eS7iw

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From @CBJThomas: North American Properties exec talks decision to scale back plans for Birkdale Village expansion https://t.co/hjKjNTi9sR via @CBJnewsroom

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Truist is the last of Charlotte's three largest banks to report its Q4 earnings results. It posted a strong profit due to the bank's post-merger progress. More to come, via @CBJnewsroom https://t.co/XK9EutKXBR

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Local medical students launch Charlotte startup @CoffeeDocsCo after going viral on TikTok. https://t.co/fouJge1zr7

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Here’s the latest on Wells Fargo’s Q4 earnings results.

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Despite taking a big hit in the fourth quarter from a recent settlement, Wells Fargo's earnings topped analysts' average estimate. https://t.co/8wh6noY6sq

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Earnings: Bank of America’s profit grew by 1.4% year over year in the fourth quarter, while revenue jumped 11% — surpassing analysts expectations. More to come, via @CBJnewsroom https://t.co/nvkAGw5WGR

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Earnings season is back again with Wells Fargo and Bank of America first up to report their fourth-quarter results tomorrow. Truist will release its earnings next week. Here’s what analyst are watching for in the cycle. https://t.co/WV8srDm4q7