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Boating Safety with Lake Norman Boat Club

John Gillette of Lake Norman Boat Club teaches Rising's Rachael Maurer the main keys to staying safe on the water this summer.

What You Need To Know About The NC Real ID

Deadline to obtain the NC Real ID is May 7th, 2025.

Young Girl's Body Recovered Following Drowning Incident At Broad River Greenway

Officials said they recovered a body after the Broad River Greenway in Boiling Springs temporarily closed due to a drowning incident on Saturday.

One Person Seriously Injured In Overnight Crash

One person was seriously injured and taken to the hospital following a crash in south Charlotte overnight.

One Hospitalized In Uptown Shooting

One person remains in the hospital after being shot in Uptown Charlotte early Sunday morning.

Tourists Find Diverse Flavors At 25th Taste Of Charlotte Festival

Charlotte's biggest food festival, Taste of Charlotte, is back for its 25th year bringing food, music, and fun to Uptown.

Suspect Wanted In Overnight Shooting In Uptown

Police are searching for a man suspected of shooting four people in Uptown Charlotte overnight.

One Dead, One Hurt In Gastonia Shooting

One person is dead and another is in the hospital after a shooting in Gastonia on Friday night.

Construction Underway For Catawba Nation's Two Kings Casino Resort

The $700 million project in Cleveland County has been years in the making. Officials say it promises to be more than just an entertainment venue.

Residents Upset About Construction Styrofoam Litter In South Charlotte

South Charlotte Residents Frustrated With Construction Site Litter

It may look like snow on a 90° day, but it's actually styrofoam - and it's accumulating on sidewalks, parking lots, and storm drains at the intersection of South Boulevard and Scaleybark Road.

New App Launches In Charlotte To Fight Food Waste & Help Local Businesses

Instead of a restaurant throwing out their food at the end of the night, the Too Good To Go app helps businesses sell food to customers at a fraction of the cost.

The Search Continues For Andy Tench's Remains

While Andy Tench's family hasn't given up on find his remains, they say police aren't doing enough to find him.

Man Wanted For Federal Probation Violation Arrested After Chase

A man, wanted for a federal probation violation, was apprehended by a K9 dog after a police chase in Monroe.

Mooresville Police Make 4 Arrests After High-Speed Chase On I-77

Four suspects were arrested following a high-speed chase on I-77 after police said they were suspected of breaking and entering into stolen motor vehicles.