NC Scrambles to Process Surge of Unemployment Requests
A surge of North Carolinians in the unemployment line has the state scrambling to process the massive amount of benefits.
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City Of Monroe Firefighter Has Tested Positive For COVID-19
Recently, a Monroe firefighter was exposed to an individual who later tested positive for COVID-19. After being notified of the possible exposure, the firefighter was tested on April 4 and received a positive result.
Iredell-Statesville Schools Honor Essential Workers
Iredell-Statesville Schools administration put on their Easter costumes and delivered treats to some I-SS essential workers in the district Thursday.
Missing 2-Year-Old From Durham Located In Maryland
Missing 2-year-old from Durham has been found safe in Maryland, according to officials. The father, Emerson Melendez, is also in custody.
Officials: One Dead In Monroe Plant Fire, Victim Identified
An industrial plant in Monroe caught fire Tuesday morning leaving one person dead, officials say.
CMPD Doing A 'Parade Of Lights' For Hospital Workers
Charlotte and Mecklenburg County first responders will celebrate the community's healthcare workers with a "Parade of Lights", which is an unified procession, that will pass by Uptown-area hospitals on Thursday.
Healthy Headlines: Tips to Help The Mind and Body During Stressful Times
Novant Health Director of Integrated Health, Dr. Russell Greenfield, joins Rising to discuss tips to help the mind and body during stressful times.
CMS Parking Lots, School Playgrounds Are Closed
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools announced that the school's parking lots and playgrounds are closed. The only exception is unless the premises is being used for picking up grab-and-go meals or student instructional materials and devices.
Union County Reports First COVID-19 Related Death
The Union County Public Health Department has confirmed the first resident death associated with COVID-19, also known as coronavirus. The man in his 70’s had been hospitalized and had other health complications. Public Health was notified of the death Thursday, April 9, 2020.
A Huntersville Couple Is Finally Home After Being Stuck On Cruise For More Than A Month
At least 12 people on the ship tested positive for coronavirus and three died.
Cabarrus County Reports 88 Confirmed Cases Of Coronavirus, 1 Death
Cabarrus County officials say the county has 88 confirmed cases of the coronavirus and one death that is related to COVID-19.
CMPD Says March Homicide Suspect Arrested In Connecticut
A man currently in custody in Connecticut has been charged with the murder of a 37-year-old man in northwest Charlotte last month.
Gaston County Reports Third Coronavirus Related Death
The Gaston County Department of Health & Human Services (Gaston DHHS) is confirming the county's third death associated with novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).
Cleveland County Deputy Tests Positive For COVID-19
According to officials, a Cleveland County Deputy Sheriff has tested positive for the coronavirus. The notification was made Wednesday afternoon.
Harris Teeter Limiting Number Of Customers Allowed Inside To Encourage Social Distancing
Harris Teeter supermarkets will limit the number of customers allowed inside at one time starting Wednesday to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the company announced.
Mecklenburg County Parks Now Closed To Vehicle Traffic Amid COVID-19 Restrictions
The Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department says all parks are now closed to vehicles except bicycles.
Sanders Drops 2020 Bid, Leaving Biden As Likely Nominee
Sen. Bernie Sanders, who saw his once strong lead in the Democratic primary evaporate as the party’s establishment lined swiftly up behind rival Joe Biden, ended his presidential bid on Wednesday, an acknowledgment that the former vice president is too far ahead for him to have any reasonable hope of catching up.
Burton, Earnhardt, Edwards Headline Hall Of Fame Nominees
Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jeff Burton and Carl Edwards were among the new nominees for NASCAR’s next Hall of Fame class announced Tuesday under a revamped voting protocol.
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