Drone delivery thwarted at South Carolina prison
A drone carrying a gourmet holiday haul of food and contraband was intercepted at a South Carolina correctional facility early Sunday morning.
Chris Gilmore
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FDA recently removes the black box warnings on menopausal hormone therapy after 20 years
As of last month, according to the US Department of Health and Human Services, the FDA is requesting that companies remove references to health risks with use like: risk of cardiovascular disease, breast cancer and probable dementia.Β
“Protect the King,” Concord dad goes viral after gifting son a chess piece
The popular clip features a local dad, Amenemhet Ashenafi,Β dropping his son off to college at Western Carolina University and emotionally gifting him a king chess piece.
Pennsylvania by narrowly escapes black bear encounter in Family Dollar
An eleven year old Pennsylvania boy is sharing one of the most frightening experiences he's had in his young life..
Hurricane Melissa Relief in Jamaica coming from near and far
The roots of relief from Charlotte to Jamaica and in between are making an impact. All this as the island nation works to recover from Category 5 Hurricane Melissa.
Local non profit helping moms earn college degrees
Moms in need of assistance furthering their higher education have scholarship options in the Carolinas. Director of ANSWER Scholarshipβs Mentors For Mom program Martha Honeycutt stopped by Rising to talk about the open applications.
Veterans Day resources in the Carolinas
It's Veterans Day, there are several nonprofit organizations in our area that support service members, veterans and their families.
HUG Charlotte meets growing need as SNAP benefits face uncertainty
As millions across the Carolinas face the possible end of federal SNAP benefits, Hearts United for Good β better known as HUG Charlotte β continues its mission to make sure families don't go hungry.Β
Gastonia Police Department shares Halloween safety tips
We are less than 24 hours away from Halloween. And while the day may bring excitement for some, many parents worry about their children's safety.
Concord business turns tragedy into triumph
After several lows, Ayanna Williams says her family owned business "Nuju Juice Cafe," should've closed. Instead they're celebrating a one year anniversary November 1st.
