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Charlotte Man Sentenced To Life In Prison For 2016 Murder

A Charlotte man was sentenced to life in prison for a murder in 2016.

Mexican National Arrested For Trafficking Marijuana Through FedEx

A Mexican National, who has been in the United States illegally for 25 years, was arrested by federal, state and local authorities for trafficking marijuana through a scheme using FedEx, according to a news release.

Panthers' Ian Thomas on Rising to talk about Partnership with Autism Charlotte

Carolina Panthers tight end Ian Thomas has joined forces with Autism Charlotte for Couture for a Cause. He stopped by Rising to share why he chose to become a part of this.

Car Break-In Suspects Open Fire on Homeowner Who Confronted Them

Two car break-in suspects open fire on a Charlotte woman who confronted them. That woman says one of the bullets narrowly missed her.

Paralyzed Teen Receives National Soccer Honor

A York County teenager, paralyzed from the chest down following a jet ski accident, is inspiring others. She just received a national soccer honor.

Two Suspects Charged In Connection To Chester Shooting

Chester Police say two suspects have been charged in connection to a March 6th shooting that left a 16-year-old juvenile injured.

TV Celebrities And Coaches Charged In College Bribery Scheme

College coaches and others have been charged in a sweeping admissions bribery case unsealed in federal court.

Miami Topples Wake Forest 79-71 In ACC Tournament

DJ Vasiljevic scored 21 points, Anthony Lawrence added 20 points and 10 rebounds and Miami defeated Wake Forest 79-71 on Tuesday in the first round of the ACC Tournament.

Dropbox Helps Iredell County Detectives Catch Teen Accused Of Uploading Child Pornography

A 19-year-old in Iredell County is facing multiple charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor.

Catawba County Deputy Will Not Face Charges Following Deadly Accident

The Catawba County District Attorney's Office says a Catawba County Sheriff's deputy will not be charged in connection to a deadly accident that occurred on February 13th.

Panthers Re-Sign Quarterback Taylor Heinicke To One-Year Contract

The Carolina Panthers have re-signed quarterback Taylor Heinicke to a one-year contract, the team announced Tuesday.

Former Carolina Panther Thomas Davis To Sign With LA Chargers

Former Carolina Panthers' linebacker Thomas Davis just announced that he will be on the NFL field next year, but not as a Carolina Panther.

Police: North Tryon Street Shut Down After Robbery Suspects Crash Vehicle

Police currently have North Tryon Street between W. 27th Street and W. 30th Street shut down due to a robbery investigation and a crash.

Police Identify Body Found By Road In Matthews

Authorities have identified the body found by a roadside crew in Matthews last week.

Taser Found During CMS Safety Screening At Myers Park High School

Officials say a taser was confiscated during a CMS safety screening at Myers Park High School. The screening was conducted in five classrooms at the school on Tuesday, March 12th.

Kemba Drops 40, But Houston Wins 9th In A Row 118-106 Over Hornets

Kemba Walker finished with 40 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists but the Hornets couldn't keep up with the red hot Rockets in a 118-106 loss in Houston.

Verizon Wireless Customers Experiencing Texting Outages

Verizon Wireless says it is experiencing widespread text messaging outages, primarily on the east coast.

Rock Hill Police & Other Local Agencies Fight Organized Shoplifting Rings

Brazen shoplifters walking out of stores with big screen TV's, iPhones, and power tools. Local police are working to fight organized shoplifting rings that target big box stores.