CMS to implement additional security measures for high-profile football games
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools announced additional security measures at some athletic events, including high-profile football games.
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Newly announced entertainment venue to host major national acts in Uptown Charlotte
Uptown Charlotte is officially getting a new 4,400-capacity indoor entertainment venue for music, comedy shows and more.
Panthers going for 3 wins in a row for the first time with Bryce Young as QB when they face 0-6 Jets
The Panthers are set to face the winless Jets on Sunday, aiming for their third consecutive win.
Charlotte 49ers dismiss athletic director Mike Hill
UNC Charlotte has dismissed athletic director Mike Hill effective immediately.
CMS employee facing felony charge after alleged knife attack on husband
A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools employee is facing a felony charge after allegedly attacking her husband with a knife, police said.
Viral father and son from Charlotte appear on The Jennifer Hudson Show
Tune in to WCCB Charlotte at 3PM Thursday as a viral father & son from Charlotte join Jennifer Hudson!
CMPD released new numbers showing citywide decrease in crime, but Uptown sees violent crime increase
New data from CMPD says overall crime in the Queen City is down 8% in the first nine months of the year including a 20% decline in violent crimes, however Uptown has seen an increase in violent crimes.
Canales non-committal on who'll start at RB vs. Jets; Dowdle, Hubbard taking it all in stride
Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle said he isn’t concerned about if he’ll start or who’ll see the bulk of the carries on Sunday against the New York Jets.
North Carolina court: GOP can narrow governor's appointment powers on some boards
A North Carolina appeals court has ruled that the Republican-controlled General Assembly can reduce the governor's appointments to certain commissions.
Carolina Insight: Charlotte McDonald's managers recognized with Ray Kroc Award
Charlotte area McDonald's managers, Ghislayne Ramirez-Castro of Concord and Carmen Benanvente of East Charlotte, were selected by McDonald’s USA for this year’s Ray Kroc Award, recognizing those who lead by example and achieve superior business results.
UPDATE: Fire at local diesel company blamed on accidental electrical fire
The Charlotte Fire Investigation Task Force says an accidental electrical fire sparked a fire at a diesel automotive repair business in Northwest Charlotte.
The Carolina Renaissance Festival's "Ded Bob" and "Sluj" Visit Rising!
From juggling to jousting to fairies to incredible musicians, the Carolina Renaissance Festival is now underway, and Ded Bob and Sluj, of “The Ded Bob Sho”, stopped by Rising to tell us all about it!
Suspect arrested in Indian Trail Taco Bell shooting
A man is facing charges after being accused of shooting and killing a Taco Bell employee in Indian Trail on Monday.
CMPD Third Quarter Report: Crime down 8%, violent crime down 20%
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department released its Third Quarter Report on Wednesday that showed a decrease in crime across the city.
"Ded Bob" crashes your Weather-Wise forecast
"The one thing scarier than Ded Bob... Atlanta." 💀
Local photographer captures rare phenomenon at Grandfather Mountain
“It doesn’t feel like real life; it’s almost like you’re in a fairytale," Leslie Restivo beams, "It’s magical and it’s spiritual.”
Charlotte airport won't show DHS video blaming Dems for gov't shutdown
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is among at least a dozen airports in the country that won’t air a controversial video from the Department of Homeland Security.
2-Alarm Fire Off Mt. Holly Road Now Out
Firefighters have extinguished a two-alarm fire on the 7200 block of Mount Holly Road.
Gaston County Courthouse and DSS building evacuated following bomb threat
All-clear given following bomb threat that caused the evacuation of Gaston County Courthouse and the Department of Social Services Tuesday afternoon.
