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Davidson Police Investigating After Series Of Vehicle Thefts, Break-Ins

The Davidson Police Department says they are investigating a series of vehicle thefts and vehicle break-ins since June 1, 2019.

Police Investigating After Person Shot In Uptown Charlotte

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating after someone was shot in Uptown Charlotte.

Police Identify Pedestrian In Wheelchair Struck, Killed By Vehicle In North Charlotte

Police have identified the pedestrian in a wheelchair who died after being hit by a vehicle in north Charlotte Saturday night.

Teenager's Leg Amputated After Weekend Shark Attack At North Carolina Beach

A 17-year-old who was attacked by a shark on the North Carolina coast over the weekend says she had a leg amputated.

Mooresville Police Chief, Captain Placed On Paid Leave As Internal Personnel Matter Investigated

The Mooresville Police Chief and a captain have been placed on paid administrative leave pending an investigation into an internal personnel matter.

Charlotte Tattoo Studio Combats Sexual Violence with Flash Event

If you've been considering your first tattoo, or a new tattoo, or you just want to support a good cause, mark your calendar for Sunday. Made to Last Tattoo in Uptown will take part in a world-wide event called Still Not Asking For It.

I-77 TOLL LANES: How Much Time Can You Save? We Put it to the Test.

We're putting the new I-77 toll lanes to the test. How much time can you save on your commute?

Wave Of Change After Smoothie King Racist Remarks

Locals snapped back at racist Smoothie King employees in Charlotte, exposing them on social media and creating a wave of change.

ESPN: Gerald McCoy Signs Deal With Carolina Panthers

The Carolina Panthers and former Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy have agreed to a contract, according to a report by ESPN.

Rollover Accident Ends Up In Parking Lot Of Popular Gastonia Restaurant

Fire crews responded to a single vehicle accident Monday evening that ended up in the parking lot of a popular restaurant.

9th Annual Keep Pounding 5K Hosts Largest Crowd Yet

Money raised from the 5K benefits Levine Cancer Institute and Levine Children's Hospital. This year, the race took participants back inside Bank of America Stadium (previously closed to runners during the past few races due to stadium renovations).

Alterations To ID Qualifications For Voting Signed By Governor Cooper

Gov. Roy Cooper has signed into law altered rules on how student and government employee identification cards can qualify as voter IDs, which are required for casting ballots in North Carolina elections starting next year.

Summer Food Service Program Helps Reduce Child Hunger In Charlotte

This summer, more than 50 local Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) will provide breakfast and lunch to feed hungry children in our community.

CMPD: Driver Killed After Running Stop Sign And Colliding With Vehicle Near CLT Airport

A driver was killed Sunday night after police say he ran a stop sign in west Charlotte and was hit by another vehicle.

Smoothie King Releases Statement After Racial Slurs Printed On Receipts At Two Stores

Smoothie King has released a statement after racial slurs were printed on receipts in place of customer names at two separate Charlotte stores on Sunday.

Defend CLT: Quality Of Life For Those Lacking A Home

New conversations about Charlotte's affordable housing crisis.

June 3rd Last Day To Save On 2019 Gold Pass To Carowinds

June 3rd is the last day to save on a 2019 Gold Pass to Carowinds.

Prince Protege Shelby J Talks about Late Singer, Charlotte Tribute & Performs Legendary Hits

Singer and Songwriter Shelby J sang with Prince for 10 years. She stopped by Rising to talk about the late legendary musician and about the upcoming tribute show in Charlotte.