Bryce Young's pivotal Year 3: Panthers QB aims to lead with renewed confidence
Bryce Young is focused on the 2025 season, leaving last year behind.
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University City Partners announces the return of Charlotte Kids Fest on October 4
Charlotte Kids Fest returns to University City on October 4.
Novant Health St. Jude Affiliate Clinic and American Red Cross host blood drive to support sickle cell disease patients
Novant Health St. Jude Affiliate Clinic is teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a Blood Drive to support sickle cell patients.
Healthy Headlines: The Importance of a good night's sleep
In today’s Novant Healthy Headlines, Tonya Rivens chats with Dr. Sumon Bhowmick, a pediatrician with Novant Health Waverly Pediatrics and Primary Care, about the importance of a good night’s rest for our kids, and about some good tips for parents to help promote healthy sleep hygiene.
Charlotte Water crews respond to wastewater spill at Lake Norman
An estimated 49 gallons (out of 95 gallons) of sewage reached Lake Norman, according to Charlotte Water.
Large scale law enforcement training exercises planned in Charlotte
Authorities say training is a critical part of ensuring public safety, allowing agencies to strengthen coordination, enhance preparedness and improve the ability to respond effectively to real world incidents.
CATS Officials will focus on fare enforcement, camera upgrades, and hiring more officers
Charlotte Area Transit officials say they were actively enhancing security when Iryna Zarutska was stabbed to death by a stranger on the LYNX Blue Line on August 22nd.
Pet of the Week: Meet Doug!
Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control stopped by Rising with the sweetest boy, Doug!
Developer plans to revitalize Charlotte's historic Excelsior Club
Everything old is a new again. A historic club that catered to African-Americans in west Charlotte, could be coming back.
Rising Spotlight: Hyundai Hope on Wheels
In today’s Rising Spotlight, Tonya Rivens chats with John Guastaferro, Executive Director of Hyundai Hope on Wheels, along with 12-year-old cancer survivor Emmy Cole, about the program and how they’re helping improve care for kids nationwide who are fighting cancer.
Top sporting events in and around Charlotte | September 4th-September 10th
The sports week has plenty to offer for the Charlotte area this week including the Wingate Bulldog Classic and UNC and Coach Bill Belichick are in town.
Epstein survivors implore Congress to act as push for disclosure builds
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse have gathered on Capitol Hill to demand the release of the sex trafficking investigation into the late financier.
Panthers kick off NFL season with family-friendly pep rally at the Ballantyne Bowl
The Carolina Panthers invite the community to celebrate the excitement of the upcoming 2025 NFL season at The Bowl at Ballantyne for a Panthers Pep Rally on Friday, September 5.
Sustain Charlotte releases statement on light rail safety following fatal incident in South End
Sustain Charlotte released a statement on Charlotte's light rail safety following a fatal incident on South End.
What the Tech: Bark child safe phone
Smartphones are a rite of passage for kids these days, but for parents, handing over that kind of technology can be nerve wracking. Jamey Tucker shows us a phone designed for kids
The Rising Crew practices their golf game in West Charlotte!
The Rising crew stopped by X Golf's new location in West Charlotte to put their virtual golf games to the test and compete for bragging rights!
Taste Of The Panthers 2025 | PHOTOS
The Carolina Panthers hosted the annual Taste of the Panthers fundraising event in partnership with Duke’s Mayo at Bank of America Stadium on Tuesday.
Riders weigh in on safety after deadly train stabbing
A deadly attack on the light rail has many people calling for changes to make public transportation in Charlotte safer. The Metropolitan Transit Commission is hosting a special meeting Wednesday morning at 9am to discuss safety and security on public transit.
