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Panthers' Reid Returns, Kneels During National Anthem

Carolina Panthers safety Eric Reid knelt during the national anthem in protest of racial and social injustice before Sunday’s game against the New York Giants.

Man Charged After Grabbing Two Children In East Charlotte Parking Lot

A man has been charged with attempted kidnapping after police say he grabbed two children in east Charlotte.

Scooter Chargers Cashing In Around Charlotte

A new way to get around Charlotte could now give you a new career.

A Final Goodbye To Maddox Ritch--The Six-Year-Old Was Laid To Rest

Friday, dozens of people gathered for the six-year-old's funeral. Maddox went missing in Rankin Lake Park almost two weeks ago. and was found dead in a creek about a mile from where he disappeared.

Burke County Woman Arrested On Drug Charges

A Burke County woman is behind bars after deputies say she was suspected of selling Crack Cocaine.

Deputies: B&E Suspect Assaults K9 Unit During Arrest

A Burke County man wanted on several counts of breaking or entering and trespassing reportedly assaulted a K9 unit while they were trying to make an arrest.

King Of Pops Cools Down Our Rising Team With Their New Halloween Flavors

Things are poppin' here on Rising this morning!

Family, Friends And Strangers Come To Pay Their Respects For Maddox Ritch

It was a painful goodbye for all who came to the visitation for Maddox Ritch on Thursday.

Arizona Company Recalls More Than 6.5 Million Pounds Of Beef

An Arizona company has recalled more than 6.5 million pounds (2.9 kilograms) of beef that could be contaminated with salmonella.

Girl Scouts Host Food Drive To Benefit Second Harvest Food Bank Of Metrolina

The Girl Scouts Hornets' Nest is hosting a food drive that will benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina.

Charlotte Man Sentenced To Life For Murder Of Pregnant Teen In 2012

Darne Brown will spend the rest of his life in prison after a judge handed down his sentence Thursday for the 2012 murder of then 17-year-old Hawa Gabbidon.

Water Boil Advisory Still In Effect For Parts Of Fort Mill, SC

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control and The Town of Fort Mill has issued a Boil Water Advisory to the customers of the Town of Fort Mill’s drinking water system.

A Trip For Groceries Turns Into A Million Dollars For One Hickory Bank Teller

Brooke Blanton was just going for groceries when she went to town Wednesday night, but she came home a $1 million dollar lottery winner.

Gastonia Police Still Seek Info On Deadly Hit And Run Suspect

Gastonia Police say they are still trying to find the person responsible for a deadly hit and run last Friday.

Gastonia Police Searching For Suspects Wanted In Attempted Murder And Burglary

Gastonia Police are asking for the public's assistance in locating two suspects accused in a home invasion and shooting that happened on September 18th.