Bill Raising Riot Penalties Clears North Carolina House
A bill increasing punishments for violent protests following the 2020 demonstrations over George Floyd’s murder passed the N.C. House despite harsh criticism from social justice advocates.
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Black And Hispanic Unemployment Rates Hit Near All-Time Lows
Unemployment rates hit an all-time low in January according to a U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report.
Intentionally Set Fire At Apartment Complex Under Investigation in Mooresville
The Mooresville Fire Marshal's Office say they are investigating an intentionally set fire at an apartment complex.
Biden in State of Union Exhorts Congress: 'Finish the Job'
President Biden exhorted Congress Tuesday night to work with him to “finish the job” of rebuilding the economy and uniting the nation as he delivered a State of the Union address.
Prog for Wishes - An All-Star Concert of Progressive Rock
Catch a great show, and help kids in our area. You can do both tonight!
Charlotte Mother Loses Belongings After Arsonist Sets Fire To Home
A Charlotte mother loses all of her belongings after an arsonist sets fire to her home. The case comes as CMPD says arsons are up more than 25 percent year-to-year.
Spring Is Just Weeks Away, But Pollen Levels Are Already Rising
Warmer temperatures are resulting in an early start to pollen season
Several Students, Bus Driver Injured after Bus Accident in Salisbury
Seven students and a bus driver have been transported to an area hospital after a bus accident on Tuesday.
Dynamic Health Carolinas February 2023 Events
Dynamic Health Carolinas is hosting several events during the month of February. All tickets are complimentary.
73-Year-Old Woman Dies After October Crash in Ballantyne
Police say a 73-year-old woman has died after a car accident on October 25th, 2022.
Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue, Bojangles Has The Perfect Sweet Treat For You
Bojangles brings back its wildly popular Heart-Shaped Bo-Berry Biscuits ® for love season! These lovely-shaped biscuits will only be available from Feb. 6 to Feb. 19 or while supplies last at participating locations.
Group: 1-in-5 US Adults Will Bet on This Year's Super Bowl
A record 50.4 million American adults plan to bet on this year's Super Bowl, wagering a total of $16 billion, the gambling industry's national trade group predicted Tuesday.
China Says Will 'Safeguard Interests' Over Balloon Shootdown
China said Tuesday it will “resolutely safeguard its legitimate rights and interests” over the shooting down of a suspected Chinese spy balloon by the United States, as relations between the two countries deteriorate further.
Tasty Tuesday: Urban Sweets Co.
For Tasty Tuesday, Rising's Rachael Maurer stopped by Urban Sweets to make ice cream treats ahead of Valentine's Day.
Rising Egg Prices Impacting Local Bakeries
Kimberly Johnson has been running the bakery for four years, but the recent spike in egg prices has made keeping the business open a challenge – especially when eggs are a key ingredient in many of the desserts.
Developer Now Scaling Back Plans For Birkdale Village Expansion
Developers are scaling back plans to expand Birkdale Village in Huntersville. The changes come after outcry in the community over traffic congestion in the area.
Gaining Over 50 Minutes Of Daylight Through February
We will gain over 50 minutes of daylight this month, but March takes the top prize for the most amount of daylight gained in a month.
AMC To Charge More For Good Seats In Movie Theaters
Middle seats at many U.S. movie theaters just got more expensive. AMC Theaters unveiled new pricing Monday, in which seat location determines how much your movie ticket costs.
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