Up 'n Adam: Lifeguard Olympics
Adam Wurtzel went to the inaugural Lifeguard Olympics to learn more about what these local heroes are doing to save lives.
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Coolcations on the Rise
Beat the heat with a coolcation! The newest viral vacation trend encourages you to head somewhere cold, or somewhere off peak times of year. Our travel expert, Carly Caramanna, stopped by Rising to break down how it all works, and give some great options.
Growth & Gains: Mount Holly Looks to Revitalize Downtown
The Veteran’s Park expansion plan is an ambitious project to revitalize downtown, complete with an amphitheater, splash pad, shopping district, and mixed-use residential buildings.
Political Analysts React To Trump Rally In Charlotte
Wednesday was a day full of energy and excitement for 10,000 Donald Trump supporters.
GoFundMe Started For Family Of Man Killed By Tree
The community is coming together tonight to cover funeral expenses for a man killed by a fallen tree in east Charlotte.
South Carolina Parents Sue Uber After Teens Taken To N.C. And Raped
A new major lawsuit has been filed in York County exposing Uber’s role in child sex trafficking.
Tom Hunter Road Homicide Suspect In Custody
A suspect has been taken into custody in connection to the homicide on Tom Hunter Road in north Charlotte last month.
Man Pleads Guilty To Forcible Sex Offense Charges
A 31-year-old man pleaded guilty Tuesday to three counts of forcible sex offense in a case from June of 2022.
15-Year-Old Bicyclist Killed After Being Struck By Vehicle Sunday Night
A 15-year-old died at the hospital after being hit by an SUV while riding his bike Sunday night.
Six Injured In East Charlotte Crash
Six people are in the hospital with various injuries following a vehicle collision in east Charlotte on Thursday afternoon.
Settlement Reached After Young Girl Suffers Permanent Injuries In Drowning Incident
A $4.2 million settlement was secured for the family of a young girl, who suffered permanent brain damage after nearly drowning at a Monroe pool in 2022.
2024 Property Tax Bills Will Be Mailed By July 31st
Mecklenburg County will mail 2024 bills for real property, individual personal property, and business personal property taxes by July 31, 2024. Bills are due Sept. 1, 2024, and must be paid by Jan. 6, 2025, to avoid interest.
Up 'n Adam: 24 Hours of Booty
Adam Wurtzel literally got his booty into shape as he learned more about 24 Hours of Booty.
Public Health Investigates Tuberculosis Case In Porter Ridge HS Student
Union County Public Health is investigating a case of active tuberculosis (TB) involving a Porter Ridge High School student who is following appropriate protocol for active pulmonary tuberculosis.
Police: Missing 79-Year-Old Man Found Dead
79-year-old Fred Dunlap was found dead after being reported missing on July 23 and a suspect has been arrested and charged.
Livingstone College Accepts Single Largest Donation In History
Livingstone College will accept the single largest donation in the institution’s history this week. In the last seven months, the college has accepted seven $1 million dollar donations.
HOMES Program Returns to Help Mecklenburg County Homeowners
The Helping Out Mecklenburg homeowners with Economic Support (HOMES) Program returns for another season, which began July 1, 2024.
Previewing Family Dance Party with Ramona Holloway
Since its creation in 2019, the Family Dance Party has been a celebration that links generations. People from across the area come together in support of the families of the estimated 6 million Americans living with Alzheimer's or other dementia.
Two Women Leading Affordable Housing Solutions Named 2023 Charlotte Woman Of The Year
The 2023 Charlotte Woman of Year award, an annual honor that recognizes and celebrates women who have demonstrated exemplary civic leadership and service, is being given to two women leading affordable housing solutions: Laura Belcher, president and CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region and Dionne Nelson, president and CEO of Laurel Street.
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