North Carolina News

Driver killed, 2 injured after SUV runs red light at Catawba County intersection, troopers say

One person died and two others were injured after a collision in Catawba County.

Cleveland County Drug Trafficking Investigation

5 arrested after months-long drug trafficking investigation

Five people have been arrested in connection to an investigation into drug trafficking in Cleveland County.

Alexander County Schools board member shot, killed by co-worker in Newton, police say

An 85-year-old man is facing a murder charge after allegedly shooting and killing his co-worker in Catawba County.

Student-led intiative makes research more accessible

A student-led initiative is working to make academic research more accessible for middle and high school students.

GOLD helps older adults navigate the digital world

As technology continues to evolve, a North Carolina nonprofit is helping older adults build the skills and confidence needed to stay connected, informed and independent.

Up 'n Adam: Carowinds opening Rip Roarin' Falls

Adam Wurtzel went to Carowinds to check out the construction for newly announced, record-breaking log flume ride Rip Roarin' Falls.

Cws West Virginia North Carolina Baseball

North Carolina will head to the CWS finals for 1st time since 2007 after knocking out West Virginia

The Tar Heels (53-12-1) went 3-0 in bracket play and will play for their first national championship in baseball starting Saturday in the best-of-three finals against Oklahoma or Georgia.

Adult, 2 juveniles hospitalized after shooting in Uptown

Police are investigating after an adult and two juveniles were shot in Uptown on Wednesday.

Professional Fighters League returns to Charlotte

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) will return to Charlotte later this summer.

YMCA to sell Morrison property in south Charlotte

The YMCA of Greater Charlotte announced it plans to sell the Morrison property in south Charlotte.

Rising Spotlight: Body Works Plus

In this week’s Rising Spotlight, Tonya Rivens visits with Brian Davies, president and owner of Body Works Plus, on what to do right away if you’re involved in an auto accident, and about some things to keep in mind when choosing a repair shop.

Police searching for missing woman in northeast Charlotte

Police need your help locating a woman who was last seen earlier this month in northeast Charlotte.

Olympic medalist Jenny Simpson collapses after medical episode while pacing mile group at event

Olympic bronze medalist and world champion 1,500-meter runner Jenny Simpson collapsed after suffering a medical episode while pacing a mile group at an event in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Tuesday night.

Fugitive arrested following pursuit in Monroe

A wanted fugitive with multiple outstanding warrants was arrested following a police pursuit in Union County.

Mecklenburg County Mugshots June 16th

Check out the Mecklenburg County Mugshots from Tuesday, June 16th.

Bomb threat investigation at grocery store in Burke County

The threat was reported at the Food Lion on Burkemont Avenue in Morganton on Tuesday, around 6:45 p.m.

Charlotte Youth Broadcasting Camp join the Rising team!

A group of talented kids from the Charlotte Youth Broadcasting Camp joined the Rising hosts in the studio to take part in multiple facets of the production.