Charlotte City Councilwoman, 2 daughters make first appearance in federal court
Tiawana Brown and her daughters pleaded not guilty Friday on multiple federal charges related to $124,000 of fraudulently obtained PPP loans.
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North Carolina's high court says elections board shift can continue while governor appeals
The North Carolina Supreme Court has confirmed it was OK for a new law that shifted the power to appoint State Board of Elections members away from the Democratic governor to have taken effect earlier this month.
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | May 24th and May 25th
From life-sized monopoly to a memorial day pool party, check out the top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend.
Publix recalls baby food pouches after testing finds elevated levels of lead
The Publix supermarket chain is recalling fruit and vegetable baby food because testing found elevated levels of lead.
Trimble to become primary sponsor on Buescher, Preece NASCAR Cup Series cars beginning in 2025
Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing has announced a multi-year sponsor partnership with Trimble, a global technology company that enables essential industries including construction, geospatial and transportation.
Charlotte solid waste services will collect residential garbage and Recycle on Memorial Day
City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services will collect residential garbage, recycling and yard waste on Monday, May 26. Bulky waste will be collected as scheduled.
Knothole Foundation Sports Card Show
Adam Wurtzel invited the Knothole Foundation into the Rising studio to talk about a special Baseball Card Show happening this weekend.
Get To Know Your City: Memorial Day edition
In this photo gallery, weβre highlighting some of the best events, hidden gems, and must-see spots around Charlotte for Memorial Day.
Increased reward in Asha Degree investigation
There is now an increased reward for information in the disappearance of 9-year-old Asha Degree. The Cleveland County Sheriff's Office announced the increased reward, totaling $75,000 on Friday.
2nd suspect charged in deadly Salisbury shooting
A second suspect is in jail charged in connection to the murder of an 18-year-old in Salisbury.
Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% penalties on Apple
President Donald Trump is threatening a 50% tax on all imports from the European Union as well as a 25% tariff on Apple products unless iPhones are made in America.
Man sentenced to life in prison for Newton woman's murder
Family members say justice has been served after a jury convicted a man charged with the murder of a woman in Newton.
Councilwoman faces federal fraud charges, asks "Why would I resign?"
Charlotte City Councilwoman Tiawana Brown says she will not resign after being indicted on federal charges. Brown and her two daughters are accused of fraudulently getting $124,000 in COVID-relief funds and spending some of it on a lavish birthday party. The District 3 representative is vowing to fight the charges.
Troubling trend of thefts at South End bars
More thefts are happening in South End. We told you last week about a troubling trend happening at a popular south CharlotteΒ bar.
NC House advances more Hurricane Helene aid in $465M package
The North Carolina House has advanced another Hurricane Helene funding package to address pressing needs in the mountains eight months after the storm.
City Councilmember and daughters indicted on federal charges
Charlotte City Council member Tiawana Brown and her daughters have been indicted on federal charges connected to COVID pandemic relief funds.
Get ready for another busy Atlantic hurricane season, but maybe not as crazy as 2024
With warmer-than-normal ocean waters, forecasters are expecting another unusually busy hurricane season for the Atlantic. But they donβt think it will be as chaotic as 2024.
Healthy Headlines: What to know about weight management
In todayβs Novant Healthy Headlines, Ramona Holloway chats with Dr. David Voellinger, a bariatric surgeon with Novant Health Bariatric Solutions in Elizabeth, about popular weight management medications like Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound, and some of the misconceptions in taking them.
