Governor Roy Cooper Vetoes Teacher Pay Bills
He's asking Republican legislators to work with him for higher salaries for teachers.
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Myers Park Blows By Independence, Wins Outright Conference Title
Myers Park finished the regular season undefeated and claimed their first outright conference title since 1983 with a 56-20 win over Independence.
Kannapolis Mother Arrested, Boyfriend Wanted On Child Abuse Charges
A Kannapolis mother has been arrested on child abuse charges. Police say warrants have also been issued for her boyfriend.
Local Animal Shelter Fined, Cited for Violating State Laws
On October 21, 2019, the NC Department of Agriculture fined and warned the Richmond Co. Animal Shelter. The fine is $2,000. The warnings are for violations for state law.
Police Charge Third Suspect In May 25th Shooting That Left Woman Dead In Northwest Charlotte
A third suspect has now been charged in the deadly northwest Charlotte shooting of Monica Smith on May 25th.
WANTED BY CMPD: Brent Barrett Jenkins
Police are searching for Brent Jenkins, who they say allowed his court ordered electronic monitor to die on Friday.
Three Men Charged In 2016 Murder Of Union County School Teacher
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Detectives have charged three men in connection to the September 2016 murder of Ruijuan Guo.
Panthers Waive Cox Jr.; Sign Luke From Practice Squad
The Carolina Panthers have waived defensive lineman Bryan Cox, Jr., and signed defensive back Cole Luke to the active roster from the practice squad, the team announced Friday.
Gaston County Man Charged With Sex Crimes Involving Minor
A 19-year-old Gaston County man is facing charges after allegations of sex crimes involving a minor.
Rock Hill Man Charged With Child Sex Crimes
A Rock Hill man is facing charges after authorities say he had "inappropriate physical contact" with two juvenile girls.
Local Coffee Shop, Haerfest Coffee, Offers Jobs To People With Disabilities
Here is something you can't find just anywhere!Β A Charlotte coffee shop is putting a twist to the typical coffee drinking experience.
One Hour Heating & Air, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing And On Time Electrical Host Food Drive For Loaves & Fishes
With the season of giving upon us, One Hour Heating & Air and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing are teaming up with On Time Electrical to announce they are working to fight hunger by hosting a food drive for Loaves and Fishes.
Rising Spotlight: Subway-Salvation Army Angel Tree Program
The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte officially launches its 2019 Angel Tree program this week.Β Major Larry Broome, Area Commander of The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte, joined Rising to discuss the annual initiative.Β
CMPD Searching For Three Suspects Accused Of Cutting Off Electronic Monitoring Devices
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is currently searching for three men accused of cutting off their electronic monitoring devices.
4-Year-Old Child Injured After Being Struck By Police Cruiser In Statesville
Authorities say a Statesville Police officer is on administrative duty with pay after hitting a child, who was in a crosswalk, with her police cruiser Thursday evening.
One Suspect Arrested, Second Suspect Still At Large Following Attempted Murder In East Charlotte Last Month
One suspect has been arrested and police are still trying to identify a second suspect following an attempted murder in east Charlotte last month.Β
Kemba Walker Returns To Charlotte In Winning Effort With Celtics
Kemba Walker called Charlotte home for eight seasons, so coming back to Buzz City as a member of the Celtics is something that even he called 'weird'.
Four Suspects Charged In Series Of Armed Robberies
Police have charged four suspects they say are responsible for several armed robberies at local businesses.
What's Buzzin: Welcome Back Kemba And Mitch Kupchak Bringing L.A. Magic To Buzz City
The Charlotte Hornets are above .500 seven games into the season and tonight they welcome back the player who helped return the franchise to relevance.Β Β Lost in the nostalgia surrounding Kemba's return and the optimism abounding from the Hornets' surprising 4-3 start is the man whose personnel decisions led to this day and will shape the franchise's future for years to come.Β Β
