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Matthews Police Need Help Identifying Accused Fraud Suspects

Matthews Police need your help identifying three suspects accused of fraud.

Nine-Year-Old With Rare Condition Made Honorary Lincoln County Detective

On Wednesday, the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office promoted a nine-year-old boy, with a rare form of dwarfism, to the rank of Honorary Detective.

Former Hornets, Bobcats Returning To Charlotte With BIG3 League This Summer

The BIG3 3-on-3 half-court basketball league is headed back to Charlotte this summer.

Sen. Thom Tillis, U.S. Marine Corps Commandant Gen. Robert Neller, North Carolina Basketball Legend Phil Ford Among Dignitaries for 60th Coca-Cola 600 Race Weekend

The world’s most patriotic racing event weekend will feature a star-studded list of dignitaries, as the 60th running of the Coca-Cola 600 on Sunday at Charlotte Motor Speedwayis just four days from thrilling race fans from around the world.

Family, Friends Establish Riley Howell Foundation Fund To Help Families Affected By Gun Violence

Family and friends of Riley Howell have established a fund in his name to support families affected by gun violence.

SWAT Officer Shoots Man After Investigators Serve No-Knock Warrant In Burke County

A Burke County SWAT Officer shot a man after investigators served a no-knock search warrant at a Hickory residence, on Wednesday morning, according to the Burke County Sheriff's Department.

Police Arrest Three Suspects After Security Guard Fires Shots During Armed Robbery In East Charlotte

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department have identified Chavez Peoples, Anthony Henry, and Averin Washington as suspects in this armed robbery, according to a news release.

Everclear's Art Alexakis Brings His 'Songs and Stories' Tour To Charlotte

Art Alexakis, the lead singer and guitarist from the multi-platinum rock band Everclear, stopped by Rising to talk about his Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis, his life, and even played a few songs for us.

Defend CLT: Charlotte's Next Generation of Leadership

In this Defend CLT story, Courtney Francisco finds out what the Queen City will look like in a few years with the changing job market, technology and the new face of leadership.

Home Beer Brewers Compete for Honors in Charlotte

Home brewers from throughout the Carolinas have an opportunity to showcase their original beers at the 2019 US Homebrew Competition to be held on July 20th at the Olde Mecklenburg Brewery in Charlotte.

Troopers: Pickup Truck Driver Charged In Deadly Accident Involving Stanly County School Bus

Authorities have charged the driver responsible for the May 14th wreck involving a school bus that killed 63-year-old Cynthia Thomas of Albemarle.

Three CMS Teachers Surprised As Finalist To Win New Car For Circle K's 'A Driving Force For Education' Program

Teachers are an unforgettable, driving force in the futures of young people, so during this year’s Teacher Appreciation Week, Circle K and Coca-Cola Consolidated surprised three Charlotte Mecklenburg School District (CMS) high school teachers in their classroom to announce their nomination as a top finalist in Circle K’s “A Driving Force in Education” contest.