North Carolina News

Parents Upset After CMS Officials Announce New Schools Will Be Smaller Than Originally Planned

Three new high schools that will be built with 2017 bond money will be smaller than originally promised due to the lack of funding.

Fete Fashion Show + Brunch

The Fete Fashion & brunch is back! Managing partners of Good Life at Enderly Park stopped by Rising to talk about this year's event and how you can purchase tickets.

Health Department Reports Case Of Whooping Cough At CMS School

The Mecklenburg County Health Department sent a letter to parents at Elizabeth Lane Elementary School, in south Charlotte, after someone at the school tested positive for Pertussis, which is also known as Whooping Cough.

Mother Calls For Extra Training Of Staff At One Charlotte-Mecklenburg School, Claims Son Was Attacked

A mother wants to shine the spotlight on what she calls, big problems with training at one Charlotte-Mecklenburg School

You May See More Breweries And Distilleries Popping Up In Gastonia

On February 18th, Gastonia modernized their zoning language for distilleries and breweries. Right now, there is one brewery in Gastonia.

Coronavirus Update: CDC Outlines Pandemic Planning, Announces 53 Confirmed Cases in U.S.

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention announced Tuesday that they expect the Coronavirus to spread in the United States.

Woman On Probation Charged With Trafficking Meth In Burke County

A woman currently on probation is facing drug charges following an investigation in Burke County.

Zamboni Driver, 42, Gets Win As Emergency Goalie For ’Canes

David Ayres was sitting in the stands with his wife at Scotiabank Arena when Carolina Hurricanes goalie James Reimer went down with an injury.

Joe Rogan Bringing Sacred Clown Tour To Charlotte

Comedian Joe Rogan is bringing his Sacred Clown tour to the Spectrum Center in Charlotte on Saturday, June 27th.

Panthers' Head Coach Rhule " Unbelievably Excited" To Coach Cam As Carolina Reportedly Moving Forward With Newton As Quarterback For 2020 Season

During a press conference at the 2020 NFL Combine in Indianapolis New Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule says he's "unbelievably excited" to coach Cam Newton. Rhule described Cam as a "diligent guy" and said that Newton is "working hard in Atlanta and Carolina to get himself ready."

Police: Man Arrested For Robbing First Citizens Bank In Hickory

Hickory Police arrested a man for robbing the First Citizens Bank, according to a news release.

Celebrity Chef: Lacey Caroline

Kid actress, host, & singer makes gouda & bacon mac n' cheese

Queen City Preparing To Host CIAA Tournament For The Last Time

City leaders say they're working to get the huge money making event back.

Several South Charlotte Apartments Damaged In Fire

Several apartments were damaged in a two-alarm fire in south Charlotte.

Two Charlotte Men Charged With Trying To Steal Flat Screen TVs From Lincoln County Walmart

Two Charlotte men were arrested over the weekend after authorities say they tried to steal flat screen televisions from a Lincoln County Walmart.

Convicted Felon On Electronic Monitoring Device Accused In Northwest Charlotte Home Invasion

A convicted felon who was wearing an electronic monitoring device has been arrested for a home invasion and kidnapping that happened on February 12th in northwest Charlotte, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

NASCAR Driver Ryan Newman To Return To Racing

NASCAR driver Ryan Newman, who survived a horrific crash at the Daytona 500 race, said he will be returning to the racetrack at some point.

POLITICAL WRAP: Will Bernie Keep Momentum; Counting Delegates

Joe Biden hopes South Carolina can save his campaign. But after Bernie Sanders' big win in Nevada, is there any stopping his momentum? The Democratic Socialist is gaining ground in the Palmetto State, as moderate democrats fight to see who can emerge as a challenger to Sanders.