North Carolina News

Missing Rowan County Man Found Safe In Burke County

According to the Rowan County Sheriff's Office, Burke County Sheriff's deputies located 24-year-old Austin Reed safe in Valdese, North Carolina.

North Carolina State Rep. Linda Johnson Dies At Age 74

North Carolina state Rep. Linda Johnson, a leading budget writer in the state House who died this week, is being remembered for her kindness and commitment to education.

No Serious Injuries After School Buses Collide In Northwest Charlotte

Officials say no one was seriously injured when two school buses were involved in an accident this morning in northwest Charlotte.

Rising Spotlight: Salsarita's 20th Anniversary

Salsarita's Fresh Mexican Grill, a fast-casual, create-your-own Mexican concept is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Chief administrative officer, Tim Carter, joins Rising to discuss Salsarita's Charlotte roots and National Tortilla Chip Day.

Novant Health Healthy Headlines: Cancer Mortality Rate Continues To Decline

Cancer affects millions of Americans, but a recent study has shown that the cancer mortality rate has dropped 29 percent in the past three decades. Dr. Joseph Merriman, a Novant Health medical oncologist, joins Rising to discuss why more people are surviving cancer and how treatments are improving.

Maintenance to Create Longer Wait Times for Charlotte Light Rail Trains

Delays on Charlotte's light rail could soon get worse. Fewer trains will be in the fleet because of needed repairs. That also means riders will have to wait longer for trains to arrive.

ONLY ON WCCB: Celebration Of Life For Danquirs Franklin's Birthday

WCCB Charlotte's Alexandra Elich was the only reporter invited to a celebration of his life. As the family waits for a final report from the Citizens Review Board.

Charlotte Sports Foundation Announces Two College Football Games Scheduled For Bank Of America Stadium In 2021

The Charlotte Sports Foundation (CSF) has announced that two college football games will take place at the Bank of America Stadium to open the 2021 college football season.

CMPD Arrest Suspect Involved In Deadly West Charlotte Accident

CMPD has charged a man for their involvement in a fatal west Charlotte accident involving a motorcycle from October 2019.

Man Charged After Woman Shot And Killed In West Charlotte Parking Lot

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have charged 23-year-old Dayshawn Beckham for the murder of a 30-year-old woman in west Charlotte on Monday night.

Investigation Of Two Possible Tuberculosis Cases At UNC Charlotte

Mecklenburg County Public Health (MCPH) is working with the NC Division of Public Health to investigate two potential cases of tuberculosis (TB) at UNC Charlotte.

Rising Spotlight: Dr. Smith From Queen City Ear, Nose & Throat Discusses Sinusitis

Are you dealing with a stuffy nose, headaches, or pressure? Dr. Daron J. Smith, MD from Queen City Ear, Nose & Throat joins Rising to discuss sinusitis and treatment options that can help with your sinus discomfort.

CMPD Charged Suspect Involved In Two Bank Robberies

CMPD has charged a suspect for their involvement in two bank robberies after a vehicle pursuit.

Hornets' Graham Emerging As Most Improved Player Candidate

The Charlotte Hornets' second-year guard is averaging 18.1 points and 7.8 assists while playing 35 minutes per game entering Thursday night's game at Chicago. He is fifth in the league in 3-pointers made (190).

Investigation Underway After Person Found Dead Following Mooresville House Fire

An investigation is underway after a person was found dead following a house fire in Mooresville, North Carolina.

Fire At Historic Balls Creek Campground Intentionally Set

Investigators from the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) determined the fire at Balls Creek Campground in Catawba County on September 29, 2019 was intentionally set.