North Carolina News

Money Monday: What to consider when comparing Medicare plans

Choosing Medicare coverage means looking beyond the monthly premium to consider costs, doctors and prescription coverage.

Alleged 'black Magic' Rituals In East Charlotte Home

East Charlotte couple accused of throwing garlic at officers, black magic rituals

Arrest documents reveal wild accusations about an East Charlotte couple. Gabriel Santos Funes and Maria Valladares are facing multiple charges including child abuse.

CATS to launch Fare Ambassasor program

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is preparing to launch a new Fare Ambassador Program designed to make fare interactions clearer, support customers as fare-payment options evolve and contribute to a convenient, secure and welcoming transit experience.

Woman dies after accident at Lazy 5 Ranch

A woman has died following an October 17th accident at Lazy 5 Ranch.

Mecklenburg County Mugshots October 22nd

Check out the Mecklenburg County Mugshots from Thursday, October 22nd.

Gaston County Mugshots October 22nd

Check out the Gaston County Mugshots from Thursday, October 22nd.

Charlotte Independence celebrate historic trophy, prepare for playoffs

The Charlotte Independence claimed the club's first league trophy Oct. 17, defeating Greenville Triumph 3-0 to win the 2026 USL League One Players' shield.

Preview of Charlotte Hornets home season opener

Taylor and Adam gave Rising viewers a preview of tonight's Charlotte Hornets home season opener.

NC AG: 470+ complaints about gas stations not lowering prices

You may have noticed gas prices are coming down across North Carolina after lawmakers suspended the state's 41 cent gas tax. But are the prices falling fast enough?

19 Year Old Accused Of Sharing Secret Sex Tape

Man accused of secretly recording sex tape and sharing with a fraternity

A former UNC Charlotte student is facing felony charges after he's accused of sharing a secret sex tape with a fraternity group. Authorities say Alexander Evanoff recorded the video without the victim’s consent and shared with at least 32 members of Sigma Alpha Epsilon.

Local leaders sound alarm on Black voter turnout

Local Black clergy and community leaders are addressing the sharp decline in early voting numbers.

Child Development Center employee charged with child abuse

The Alexander County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after an alleged child abuse incident occurred at a child development center.

Mecklenburg County Mugshots October 21st

Check out the Mecklenburg County Mugshots from Wednesday, October 21st.

Rising Spotlight: Animal Care & Control Trunk Or Treat

Rising Spotlight: Animal Care & Control And Friends Trunk Or Treat

In this week’s Rising Spotlight, Animal Care and Control, Subaru South Charlotte and First Tee Greater Charlotte discuss all the Halloween fun they’ve got in store at this year’s ACC & Friends Trunk or Treat, plus how you can adopt your new best friend and/or donate much-needed treats for the shelter.