80s continue for the rest of the week
As we head into Thursday, high pressure settles in even more, helping temperatures stretch closer to the upper 70s. It’s the kind of warmth that makes you double-check the calendar to make sure it’s still March.
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Deputies: Man shoots himself to avoid going to court in Rowan County
Deputies say a man shot himself in Rowan County in an attempt to avoid his court hearing and a possible prison sentence.
US stocks rebound after strong economic updates and as oil prices stop spiking
The U.S. stock market rebounded after oil prices stopped spiking and reports gave encouraging updates on the economy. The S&P 500 rose 0.8% Wednesday and erased much of its loss since the war with Iran began.
Takeaways from the first elections of the 2026 midterm campaigns
One of this year’s marquee Senate contests was practically a done deal heading into Tuesday. Democrat Roy Cooper will face Republican Michael Whatley in a race that’s critical to deciding control of the Senate in November.
The Cardinals will face the Panthers in the annual Hall of Fame exhibition game
Longtime Cardinals receiver Larry Fitzgerald and Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly are part of a five-person class for the Hall that will be inducted on Aug. 8. The other inductees are Drew Brees, Roger Craig and Adam Vinatieri.
Congress is taking its first votes on the Iran war as debate rages about US goals
The U.S. Senate is headed toward a vote Wednesday on President Donald Trump's decision to embark on a war against Iran, an extraordinary test in Congress for a conflict that has rapidly spread across the Middle East with no clear U.S. exit strategy.
Rise & Chime In: Do you remember the first time you voted?
The Rising Crew remembers voting for the first time.
Talk, Truth, Tea: Jim Carrey cloning rumor
Was Jim Carrey cloned at an awards show?
Severe Weather Preparedness week: Damaging wind, tornadoes and hail
On day four of Severe Weather Preparedness week, we're focus on tornadoes, damaging wind and hail - and how having a plan ahead of severe weather can save lives.
Beyond the Lunch Line at Bruns Avenue Elementary
For generations of students at Bruns Avenue Elementary, Teresa McGowan is more than a cafeteria manager -- she's a constant.
