Charlotte will see heavy security during NBA All-Star Game weekend

With the NBA All-Star Game coming to uptown in a couple of weeks, Charlotte is gearing up to host the biggest sporting event in its history. An estimated 150,000 visitors are expected in uptown, and security will be ramped up.

Agents from the Department of Homeland Security will be in town to work with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department throughout the weekend, patrolling the area around the Spectrum Center where the All-Star Game will be played Feb. 17. Other events, such as the NBA All-Star Game practice, will be held at Bojangles’ Coliseum.

The All-Star Game isn’t considered an Extraordinary Event — a security designation that was created before the Democratic National Convention…