Tuesday's Storms Downed Trees, Destroyed Houses in Lincoln County
A suspected microburst lashed a northeast Lincolnton neighborhood with 80 mph winds and torrential rainfall Tuesday night, endangering all in its path.
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Ransomware Attack Threatens Blood Shortage Across The Region
A ransomware attack is impacting One Blood supplies to numerous hospitals including 17 in the Charlotte area like Atrium Health and Levine Childrenβs Hospital.
Greenway Attempted Rape Suspect Pleads Guilty
A judge sentenced a man accused of sexually assaulting a woman at McAlpine Creek Greenway in 2022 to nearly 10 years in prison.
Up 'n Adam: Climbing at Inner Peaks
Adam Wurtzel went to Inner Peaks in South End to learn about Olympic Sport Climbing, and what the climbing gym has to offer.
Schools In South Carolina Ban Mobile Phones
Students and parents weigh in on the new rule that could cause schools to lose state funding.
Lincoln County Sheriff's Office Charge Man With Indecent Liberties With A Child
A Stanley man is being charged with multiple sex offenses after sexual photos and videos of a minor were found in his possession.
SC Tax Free Weekend Starts Friday
South Carolina's annual Tax Free Weekend is scheduled for August 2-4, 2024, where eligible items including computers, printers, school supplies, clothing and accessories, shoes and certain bed and bath items can be purchased tax-free, in-store or online.
Charlotte Knights Release 2025 Home Game Schedule
The Charlotte Knights released the 2025 home game schedule.
National Park Service Recognizes Albemarle For Historic Preservation Efforts
The City of Albemarle has been recognized for its historic preservation efforts, earning the designation of a Certified Local Government (CLG) by the National Park Service.
Union County Sheriff's Office Seize 35 Pounds Of Methamphetamine
During a traffic stop, two California women were arrested and 35 pounds of methamphetamine were seized.
Swirl Dessert Bar Makes Bittersweet Decision To Scale Back Operations
Rising's Chris Gilmore spoke to the business partners behind Swirl who say their Oakhurst location will scale down to being open only on Saturdays before officially closing. Their Lower South End location at 2822 South Blvd will remain open.
Charlotte DOT Announces On-Street Parking Changes
The public can expect the managed on-street parking system's hours of operation to expand to 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday beginning Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
Missing 14-Year-Old Concord Teen Found Safely
14-year-old Jada Raymond has been found safely.
Parents Charged With Felony Child Abuse
The Iredell County Sheriff's Office have charged two parents with a felony child abuse charge after bruises and other injuries were found on their 10-month-old child.
No Officers Will Face Charges In The Shooting Death Of A Man Suffering From A Mental Health Crisis In Northwest Charlotte
No officers will be charged in the shooting death of a man suffering from a mental health crisis in Charlotte in December 2023, according to the Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office.
City Of Hickory To Host Annual Back To School Bash And Dash
The Hickory Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Department will hostβ―the Back to School Bash and Dance on Saturday, August 24, at Taft Broome Park.
U.S. Regulators Okay Plan To Give NC Hospitals Enhanced Reimbursements In Exchange For Providing Medical Debt Relief To Low And Middle Income Residents
Federal Medicaid regulators have signed off on a proposal by North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper 's administration to offer scores of hospitals in the state a financial incentive to eliminate patients' medical debt and carry out policies that discourage future liabilities.
Acting Secret Service Boss Says He βCannot Defendβ Why Roof In Trump Rally Shooting Was Not Secured
The acting director of the Secret Service said Tuesday he βcannot defendβ why the roof used by the gunman in the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump was not secured.
Catawba County's Only Domestic Violence Shelter Faces Closure
Domestic violence victims in Catawba County could soon have one less place to find help. Family Guidance Center is working to raise $150,000 in the next two weeks to keep serving clients through the end of the year.
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