2 Charlotte men sentenced to prison for roles in multi-state luxury vehicle theft ring
Charlotte duo sentenced to prison for their roles in a multi-state luxury car theft ring involving millions of dollars and marijuana.
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Up 'n Adam: Queen City Classic Disc Golf Tournament
Adam Wurtzel went to the Queen City Classic Disc Golf Tournament to meet a Disc Golf pro turned commentator, and try his hand at the sport.
Adam speaks with Rabbi Chaim Greenberg about Passover
Adam Wurtzel welcomed Rabbi Chaim Greenberg into the Rising studio to tell viewers about Passover.
Homicide investigation underway at apartment complex in north Charlotte
A homicide investigation is underway at an apartment complex in north Charlotte, according to CMPD.
New bill in SC would waive public college tuition for foster kids up until age 26
A new bill making its way through the State House in Columbia would allow certain former foster kids to have their college tuition waived. It's known as the Fostering Futures Act.
Mary Lou Hamlin, mom of NASCAR's Denny Hamlin, makes plea for more funding for Gaston Co.'s fire departments
Mary Lou Hamlin's emotional plea comes about three months after a fire killed her husband, Dennis, at their Gaston County home.
Meck. Co. Sheriff taps primary opponent to be his new Chief Deputy
Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden says he's picked his new chief deputy for his new term in office.
Albemarle Police investigating deadly shooting of 23-year-old woman
Police say 23-year-old Rickasia Liles was found shot inside a car. She was air lifted to the hospital, where she died.
CMPD investigating lunchtime stabbing on N. Tryon Street
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating after someone was stabbed in northeast Charlotte. It happened around noon on North Tryon Street.
Weddington High School searched Thursday morning after potential threat
The Union County Sheriff's Office said that Weddington High School was back to "normal operation" Thursday evening, after being placed on lockdown that morning.
Deputies arrest man after knife and gun were found in child's backpack at school
Deputies say 29-year-old Alexander Savarese told them he put the weapons in the bag, which he used to take on a hike, and then forgot about them.
Kon Knueppel scores 26 as Hornets snap Knicks' 7-game win streak with 114-103 victory
Kon Knueppel scored 26 points and made six 3-pointers to become the youngest player in NBA history with 250 in a season, and the Charlotte Hornets snapped the New York Knicks' seven-game winning streak with a 114-103 victory Thursday night.
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | March 28th and March 29th
WCCB has curated the perfect list for events this upcoming weekend.
North Carolinaβs photo voter ID mandate can continue as a judge upholds the law
North CarolinaβsΒ photo voter identification lawΒ was upheld on Thursday, as a federal judge rejected arguments by civil rights groups that Republicans enacted the requirement with discriminatory intent against Black and Latino voters.
Arrest made after loaded gun, knife found in kindergartenerβs backpack at Lancaster elementary school
A 29-year-old man was arrested Thursday after a loaded gun and a knife were found in a kindergartenerβs backpack at a Lancaster elementary school.
LSU fires men's basketball coach Matt McMahon, is finalizing agreement to rehire Will Wade
LSU has fired fourth-year coach Matt McMahon and is finalizing an agreement to rehire former Tigers coach Will Wade from N.C. State.
Carolina InSight: Girl Power Carolinas
In this weekβs Carolina Insight, Logan Sandate, founder of Girl Power Carolinas, chats about the Girl Power flag football league she created here in the Charlotte area, and about how the organization is empowering girls to step on to the field, build confidence, and develop leadership skills.
Weezer with special guests The Shins and Silversun Pickups announce Charlotte arena show
Weezer, along with The Shins and Silversun Pickups, announce fall arena tour with stops in Charlotte and Raleigh.
Up 'n Adam: Harriet's Hamburgers Plaza Midwood
Adam Wurtzel and Joe Duncan went to Harriet's Hamburgers newest location in Plaza Midwood to see the restaurant's new design, and taste some burgers.
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