Union County Sheriff Eddie Cathey announces bid for record-setting 7th term in 2026
Eddie Cathey announced Monday that he is seeking reelection as Sheriff of Union County.
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Police: Man accused of sex trafficking teen in Rock Hill
A man has been charged with trafficking a teen in Rock Hill. Police say some of the alleged sex acts happened inside a local business.
WCCB and The Salvation Army team up to give assistance to local seniors this holiday season
Major Andrew Wiley from the Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte stopped by Rising to share more about Silver Bells, a program thatβs helping meet the needs for low-income seniors in our area.
Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte
View a full list of the biggest names and concerts happening around Charlotte this week.
1 dead, 2 hurt in Fort Mill crash
One person died and two others were injured following a head-on collision in Fort Mill on Saturday.
Panthers look to build off momentum from big win over Packers when they host NFC South-rival Saints
The Carolina Panthers have stepped into the playoff conversation after a surprising 16-13 win against the Green Bay Packers.
Ground stop leads to delays and cancellations at Charlotte Douglas International Airport
A ground stop was issued at Charlotte Douglas International Airport Saturday morning due to staffing issues related to the federal shutdown.
Teachers rally for pay increases
Staff members at Olympic High School rallied for better pay for educators on Friday.
Two women arrested over death of disabled woman in their care
Two people are facing charges over the death of a 23-year-old disabled woman who was in their care.
CATS offering passes to people with SNAP and WIC benefits
Beginning Monday, Nov. 10, the Charlotte Area Transit System will provide mobile transit passes to people with SNAP and WIC benefits.
Partial SNAP Payments Loaded onto EBT Cards in North Carolina; Full Benefits Could be Added as Soon as This Weekend
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services received notice Friday afternoon that the United States Department of Agriculture will fully fund November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
Suspect arrested in Monroe double homicide
Police in Monroe have taken a man into custody in connection to a double homicide overnight.
Mason Deaver on bringing "I Wish You All The Best" to film
Best-selling author Mason Deaver joined us to discuss the new film adaption of their debut novel, I Wish You All The Best. The coming-of-age story follows a nonbinary teen navigating family, friendship and self-acceptance after being forced to move in with their estranged sister.Β
Museum of Illusions celebrates National STEM Day this weekend
Turn science into real world learning! The Museum of Illusions is hosting a special STEM Day this Saturday from 10 am to 10 pm.
Hundreds of flights canceled nationwide due to government shutdown
The Federal Aviation Administrationβs unprecedented order to scale back flights nationwide because of the record-long government shutdown has taken effect.
Trump administration seeks to block full SNAP payments for November
The Trump administration has asked a federal appeals court to block a judgeβs order to distribute Novemberβs full SNAP benefits during a U.S. government shutdown.
Good hair days are on the horizon
LifeSpa stylist Brandy Powns sat down with WCCB Rising's Kaitlin Wright and Taylor Miller to share ways to keep your hair healthier at home.Β
Experts say FAA flight cuts could cause major travel delays
Airlines are canceling flights while the FAA deals with a shortage of air traffic controllers during the longest government shutdown in history. Air traffic controllers are calling out of work because they haven't been paid in more than a month.
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | November 8th and November 9th
WCCB has curated the perfect list for events this upcoming weekend.
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