Downtown Hickory fall art crawl 2025 | Call for artists
The Hickory Downtown Development Association is seeking artists interested in participating in the Fall Downtown Hickory Art Crawl.
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Pope hospitalized with bronchitis Vatican says
Preliminary tests show Pope Francis has a respiratory tract infection. The Vatican says he is running a mild fever and was in βfairβ condition at Romeβs Gemelli hospital where he was undergoing drug therapy.
QUIZ: What Valentine's Day Gift Are You?
It's the day of love! Take the quiz and find out what Valentine's day gift you are
Chris Gilmore's Valentine's Day Surprise
Chris Gilmore had an exciting surprise for Nicole Madden, Lauren McDonald, Adam Wurtzel and the Rising viewers this morning!
What the Tech: Samsung frame TV
Ask just about any home decorator and theyβll agree that one of the downsides to modern floorplans is the lack of a space for a television in a family room or den.
Up' n Adam: Hot Chocolate Run
Adam Wurtzel got his running shoes on, as his sweet tooth ready for Charlotte's Hot Chocolate Run.
Former local nail salon tech facing more sexual assault charges
Nhan Tran is accused of touching women inappropriately without their consent at Lee Nail Spa on West Catawba Avenue in Huntersville.
First woman to serve on Concord City Council gets TV show home makeover, hosts watch party
On Thursday, there was a special watch party at Emma Mae Small's community to view her episode premiere on YouTube.
Local teens help organize town hall meeting to speak about serious topics like gun violence and immigration
Several Charlotte-area resources and organizations were on-hand to also let the teens know about their services, including CMPD, the YMCA, Workforce Development, For The Struggle and more.
Local pastor sentenced to 10 years in prison for child sexual abuse materials
Investigators say Ashley Crouse had a book on his church computer that detailed how to sexually abuse children
Daycare in Monroe being sued by family for shocking viral video involving child
The lawsuit claims Childtime Children's Center negligently hired and failed to properly train it's employees. According to the state's Child Development and Early Education website, Childtime had dozens of violations for lack of staff training.
NC Cemetery Commission investigates Lincolnton graveyard damage in search of answers
The North Carolina Cemetery Commission has answers for what is being done to resolve damage at a Lincolnton cemetery. WCCB reported Wednesday that customers of Forest Lawn Cemetery and Mausoleum were unhappy with the state of the graveyard.
Lenoir man charged for distributing methamphetamine
Police have charged a man following an investigation into the distribution of methamphetamine in Lenoir and Caldwell County.
UNC Charlotte awarded Research 1 status
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte has been awarded Research 1, or R1, status, the highest recognition for research universities.
Local students win national award at 2025 Junior Theater Festival West
Students representing Childrenβs Theatre of Charlotte walked away with a national theater award at the 2025 Junior Theater Festival West.
Get To Know Your City: Harrisburg, N.C
In this week's get to know your city were, Nestled just northeast of Charlotte, Harrisburg, North Carolina, offers a blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. Whether youβre a resident or a visitor, here are some top spots in Harrisburg you wonβt want to miss.
Arson suspect arrested after four fires at historic Charlotte school
Firefighters put out a fourth fire Thursday morning at the old Wilmore School on West Boulevard.
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles joins Gov. Josh Stein in recognizing School Bus Driver Appreciation Week
On Thursday, Feb. 13, the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles joined Gov. Josh Stein in recognizing the week of Feb. 10β14, 2025 as School Bus Driver Week.
US Attorney for NC's Western District steps down
A US Attorney appointed by President Joe Biden stepped down from her position on Wednesday.
