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Top sporting events around Charlotte | October 16- October 22

UNC Charlotte football hosts Homecoming this week and the Charlotte Checkers are back home. Click through the gallery to see what's on this week's sports lineup in and around Charlotte.

Judge temporarily blocks the Trump administration from firing workers during the government shutdown

A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s administration from firing workers during the government shutdown, saying the human cost "cannot be tolerated.”

North Carolina court: GOP can narrow governor's appointment powers on some boards

A North Carolina appeals court has ruled that the Republican-controlled General Assembly can reduce the governor's appointments to certain commissions.

Smucker sues Trader Joe's, saying its new PB&J sandwiches are too similar to Uncrustables

J.M. Smucker is suing Trader Joe’s, saying its new frozen peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are too similar to Smucker’s Uncrustables in their design and packaging.

Carolina Insight: Charlotte Area Mcdonald's Managers Recognized With Ray Kroc Award

Carolina Insight: Charlotte McDonald's managers recognized with Ray Kroc Award

Charlotte area McDonald's managers, Ghislayne Ramirez-Castro of Concord and Carmen Benanvente of East Charlotte, were selected by McDonald’s USA for this year’s Ray Kroc Award, recognizing those who lead by example and achieve superior business results.

No Injuries Reported After Massive Fire At Local Diesel Company

UPDATE: Fire at local diesel company blamed on accidental electrical fire

The Charlotte Fire Investigation Task Force says an accidental electrical fire sparked a fire at a diesel automotive repair business in Northwest Charlotte.

Federal workers endure financial strain and fear layoffs as the government shutdown drags on

Federal workers furloughed or working without pay are feeling the financial squeeze and fear being swept up in the Trump administration's layoffs.

Adam Joined By Renfest Personality "ded Bob"

The Carolina Renaissance Festival's "Ded Bob" and "Sluj" Visit Rising!

From juggling to jousting to fairies to incredible musicians, the Carolina Renaissance Festival is now underway, and Ded Bob and Sluj, of “The Ded Bob Sho”, stopped by Rising to tell us all about it!

Suspect arrested in Indian Trail Taco Bell shooting

A man is facing charges after being accused of shooting and killing a Taco Bell employee in Indian Trail on Monday.

CMPD Third Quarter Report: Crime down 8%, violent crime down 20%

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department released its Third Quarter Report on Wednesday that showed a decrease in crime across the city.

Your Weather Wise Forecast With Dead Bob!

"Ded Bob" crashes your Weather-Wise forecast

"The one thing scarier than Ded Bob... Atlanta." 💀

Local photographer captures rare phenomenon at Grandfather Mountain

“It doesn’t feel like real life; it’s almost like you’re in a fairytale," Leslie Restivo beams, "It’s magical and it’s spiritual.”

Stupendous stretch continues

We'll end the workweek on a cooler note after a dry cold front slices through the Carolinas on Friday, but plentiful sunshine carries into the first half of the weekend.

Charlotte airport won't show DHS video blaming Dems for gov't shutdown

Charlotte Douglas International Airport is among at least a dozen airports in the country that won’t air a controversial video from the Department of Homeland Security.

NFL uses AI to predict injuries, aiming to keep players healthier

Injuries are a big part of the NFL, and staying healthy can make or break a season. The NFL has partnered with Amazon Web Services to use technology and AI to predict and prevent injuries. The Digital Athlete tool collects data from all 32 teams to help manage players' health.