🌱 Wendys Shooting Suspect Arrested + CMS Student Brings Gun To School

Good morning, Charolette! I'm Dan Casarella and I'll be your new source for all the events, news, and general happenings in your town. Here is everything you need to know today in five minutes or less.

First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 88 Low: 67.

Here are the top three stories in Charlotte today:

1. An 18-year-old man has been charged with the shooting death of a Wendy's employee near Northlake Mall that occurred last month. Khamarin Tysheem Floyd allegedly shot 19-year-old Aveon Baker, an employee at a nearby Wendy's, on Apr. 20 and was arrested on Monday morning. The investigation is ongoing. (WBTV)
2. A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools high school student has been accused of bringing a loaded gun to campus. An unidentified 18-year-old at Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology was caught with a gun in their backpack through their new body scanners. Classes were not canceled and the student was removed from campus. (Spectrum News)
3. Are you looking for a job in the Charlotte area? Patch and ZipRecruiter have compiled all the latest job opportunities in Charlotte for those looking for a new job or career change. Visit Patch for a complete listing. (Charlotte Patch)

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Today in Charlotte:

• Senior Citizens Nutrition Program At Latin American Chamber Of Commerce (All Day)
• Crave Charlotte Food & Wine Fest At Hoppin (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Charlotte Freedom School Partners is seeking driven tutors to work alongside scholars this summer! Click here for more info. (Facebook)
• Join the UNC Charlotte Atkins Library for a pre-exam meditation on May 4 at 2:00 p.m. in the 2nd floor Visualization Lab (or via ZOOM) to learn and practice some relaxation and meditation techniques! More information can be found here. (Facebook)
• Baked By Melissa's bite-sized cupcakes are the perfect gift for Mother's Day. (WCNC.com)

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That's it for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with a new update.

— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.