Jennifer J. Roberts

Charlotte

Multimedia Journalist at Spectrum News Charlotte

Multimedia Journalist at Spectrum News Coastal NC

Multimedia Journalist at Spectrum News Central NC

Reporter for Spectrum News 1. Won ‘Best Investigative News Story or Series’ at the W.V.a. Broadcasters Association Excellence in Broadcasting Awards.

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Articles

Grant funds revoked for UNC Charlotte researchers

3 days ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Jennifer J. Roberts

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A research team supporting LGBTQ+ people is facing uncertainty after funding awarded by the National Institutes of Health was revoked. Annelise Mennicke is an associate professor of social work at UNC Charlotte. She's also the co-founder of the Violence Prevention Center.
N.C. student lightens loads and financial burdens for families

1 week ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Jennifer J. Roberts

SALISBURY, N.C. - A Salisbury student is alleviating financial burdens for families, one laundry load at a time.
HBCU advocating for program supporting first-gen students

1 week ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Jennifer J. Roberts

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A North Carolina historically Black university is monitoring updates on a national program serving as a lifeline for many students.
Partnership creating affordable housing for adults experiencing homelessness

2 weeks ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Jennifer J. Roberts

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Homelessness among older populations is a growing issue across the country. North Carolina advocates and leaders are partnering up to address it.
Environmental expert sees climate change impacts on recent weather events

3 weeks ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Jennifer J. Roberts

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - An environmental expert is addressing concerns about climate change impacts on severe weather conditions frequently hitting North Carolina.
N.C. residents share mixed reactions on 23andMe bankruptcy

4 weeks ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Jennifer J. Roberts

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Many customers are questioning the safety of their DNA information after a popular genetic testing company declared bankruptcy. Earlier this week, 23andMe announced it was filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, as it works toward facilitating a sale. This comes nearly two years after the company experienced a major data breach.
N.C. business preparing for possible tariffs impacts

1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Jennifer J. Roberts

A North Carolina business is already preparing for possible impacts from new tariffs.
New data shows alarming spike in N.C. overdose deaths

1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Jennifer J. Roberts

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Overdose deaths in Mecklenburg County have surged 200% among Black and Hispanic residents since 2019, reports show.
Goodwill hosting annual bridal pop-up sale event

1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Jennifer J. Roberts

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Falling in love is far from cheap. According to Fidelity, the average cost for a wedding is nearly $33,000. When it comes to the wedding dress, Zola found the standard price ranges between $1,500 and $2,500.
A North Carolina college is empowering students to give back

1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Jennifer J. Roberts

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A North Carolina college is empowering construction students to help strengthen the communities they serve. What You Need To Know A North Carolina community college is empowering students to give back to their communities Students are using their skills to give back to neighbors in need of help One student hopes their actions motivate others to give back Dennis Baucom is program lead for South Piedmont Community College’s Construction Management Technology program.