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Large Brush Fire In Huntersville

Multiple fire departments are battling a large brush fire on the 13325 block of Mayes Road in Huntersville.

Suspect Wanted For Sexually Assaulting 86-Year-Old Woman In North Charlotte

Police are searching for a male suspect wanted for allegedly breaking into an 86-year-old woman's home and sexually assaulting her on Saturday night in north Charlotte.

Powerball And Mega Millions Jackpots Total Over $950 Million

Powerball and Mega Millions players in North Carolina will have two chances to win big on Monday and Tuesday with jackpots totaling $954 million.

Travel Expert Carly Caramanna: Nearby Getaways

Rising’s Travel Expert, Carly Caramanna (@adventuresbycarly) stopped by to give you can't miss tips on the best places for a nearby getaway.

I-85 South Shutdown Due To Serious Crash In Gaston County

A serious traffic accident has closed all lanes on I-85 South in Gaston County.

I-85 North Closed Near Gastonia Due To Vehicle Crash

A car crash on Interstate 85 has closed all three northbound lanes in Gastonia on Sunday afternoon.

Police Investigating Fatal Officer-Involved Crash In Gastonia

One person was killed and a police officer was injured in a car crash late Saturday night while the officer was responding to a shooting in Gastonia.

Firefighter Injured In ‘Total Loss’ House Fire In Gastonia

A firefighter was taken to the hospital Saturday evening after falling through the floor while battling a house fire in south Gastonia.

Trump Wins South Carolina, Beating Haley In Her Home State And Further Closing In On GOP Nomination

Donald Trump won South Carolina’s Republican primary on Saturday, beating former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley in her home state and further consolidating his path to a third straight GOP nomination.

Bicyclist Dies After Being Struck From Behind By Vehicle

A man riding a bicycle died in a hit-and-run accident after a vehicle crashed into him from behind on South Tryon Street.

Charlotte Fc Fans Celebrate Before Home Opener

Charlotte FC Begins Third MLS Season Saturday Night

A new MLS season brings a new coach to Charlotte FC, but diehard fans hope to pick up where last year’s wild-card-earning team left off.

Up 'n Adam: Paranormal Cirque

Adam Wurtzel got spooky with a visit to stage show Paranormal Cirque.

15-Year-Old Juvenile, Who Was Apprehended 13 Times In 2023, Arrested Again For Vehicle Larceny

A 15-year-old juvenile, that was arrested 13 times in 2023, was taken into custody again on Thursday night for allegedly stealing a motor vehicle.

Three Suspects Charged In West Charlotte Homicide Outside A Barbershop

Three suspects are in custody in connection to a deadly homicide outside a west Charlotte barbershop on Valentine's Day.

Mega Millions And Powerball Weekend Jackpots Total Over $900 Million

Mega Millions and Powerball players in North Carolina have two chances to win big this weekend playing for jackpots that total $901 million.

Diana Cojocari Refuses To Enter Courtroom For Arraignment Hearing

Diana Cojocari refuses to enter a Mecklenburg County courtroom causing her arraignment hearing to be delayed, according to court officials.

Monroe Pastor Apologizes For Sermon That Blames Rape Victims

A pastor from Monroe is going through a trial by social media fire. Video of one of his sermons is being shared all over social media. The sermon appears to be from last year, but the outrage is fresh.