School closings and delays for Wednesday, February 19
Local school districts are making changes on because of the expected wintry weather on Wednesday.
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Suspect charged after shooting at party in Rock Hill
A man first believed to be a victim is now charged in connection to a shooting at a party in Rock Hill.
Classroom Central Launches Free Innovation Station Program For Local Educators
Classroom Central launches itsΒ newest in-store, free supply program, Innovation Station. It provides local educators no cost access to STEM-focused materials.
NC governor declares state of emergency ahead of wintry weather
Governor Josh Stein declared a state of emergency on Tuesday as emergency officials prepare for winter weather to impact the majority of the state.
Charlotte area homeless shelters expand hours due to winter weather threat
With winter weather and extreme cold forecasted, homeless shelters across Charlotte activate their extreme weather protocols.
Parachutist arrested after getting stuck on the side of uptown Charlotte building
A man faces trespassing charges after he got stuck in a parachute on the side of a building in uptown Charlotte.
The pope has pneumonia in both lungs but remains in good spirits, the Vatican says
The Vatican says Pope Francis has developed pneumonia in both his lungs, after new tests showed a further complication in the condition of the 88-year-old pope. The Vatican said late Tuesday that Francisβ respiratory infection also involves asthmatic bronchitis, which required the use of cortisone antibiotic treatment.
Rising Spotlight: Offerpad
Itβs no secret Charlotte is one of the country's hottest real estate markets. In this Rising Spotlight, Offerpad provides resources to help you buy or sell a home.
Charlotte Area Transit System is monitoring the wintry weather
The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is monitoring the wintry weather for Wednesday, Feb. 19. There are currently no service impacts.
Tasty Tuesday: Big Dave's Cheesesteaks
Derrick Hayes, owner of Big Dave's Cheesesteaks joins the Rising kitchen for Tasty Tuesday.Β
Tyler Hilton Coming Back to NC for Charlotte Tour Stop
Adam Wurtzel interviewed "One Tree Hill" alum Tyler Hilton, ahead of his April 5th tour stop in Charlotte.
Alton Brown: Live Last Bite Coming to Belk Theater
Adam Wurtzel spoke with famed TV host and food scientist Alton Brown, ahead of his tour stop at the Belk Theatre on Sun 2/23.Β
Deadly winter storm threatens millions as frigid cold moves into the Carolinas
A deadly coast-to-coast winter storm, that swept across the United States this weekend continues to threaten parts of the South, Midwest and Northeast with more flooding, as life-threatening cold.
CMS hosts hiring fair, needs 60 drivers & 30 technicians
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is hiring. They are looking for dozens of bus drivers and technicians. The district held a hiring event Monday.
Lenoir Police identify human remains found behind old mall
Lenoir Police say human remains found in a wooded area in Lenoir belong to a man reported missing in August.
Voters protest against attempt to throw out 65,000 votes in NC Supreme Court race
The last election was in November 2024 but one race in North Carolina continues to drag on.
Concord mother closer to regaining vision after accidentally gluing eye shut
A Concord mother is now hopeful she'll see again. WCCB reported in early January that K'netha Faggart feared she lost vision in her left eye for good after she mistook nail glue for eye drops.
What is a polar vortex? US gets a taste of the Arctic this week
The term βpolar vortexβ usually refers to the gigantic circular upper air weather pattern in the Arctic region, enveloping the North Pole.
Fugitive wanted in SC arrested after high-speed chase ends in Monroe
A man wanted for grand larceny in South Carolina is locked up in the Union County Detention Center after a chase in a stolen car.
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