Interim Mayor Applicant finalists interview in front of council
Five applicants vying to be the next mayor of Charlotte interviewed in front of city council Thursday afternoon.
Texas man charged in Mooresville shooting
A Texas man was arrested in connection to a shooting in Mooresville on Thursday.
Olympian Jenny Simpson shows 'encouraging improvement' after collapsing at a Raleigh track event
Olympic 1,500-meter bronze medalist and world champion Jenny Simpson remains under medical care Thursday but shows “encouraging improvement” after collapsing while pacing a mile group at an event in Raleigh earlier this week.
Driver killed, 2 injured after SUV runs red light at Catawba County intersection, troopers say
One person died and two others were injured after a collision in Catawba County.
FDA panel backs first-of-its-kind flu vaccine using mRNA technology
A new kind of flu vaccine is moving a step closer to the U.S. market.
US lifts blockade of Iran and Iranian supreme leader endorses direct talks with American officials
The U.S. lifted its blockade of Iran, and oil tankers began freely moving through the Strait of Hormuz after months of being unable to use the critical channel.
5 arrested after months-long drug trafficking investigation
Five people have been arrested in connection to an investigation into drug trafficking in Cleveland County.
US gas prices below $4 for 1st time since March, but remain 25% higher than last year
U.S. gas prices have fallen to just below $4 a gallon on average, bringing some relief to drivers who have seen soaring costs amid Washington’s war with Iran.
Alexander County Schools board member shot, killed by co-worker in Newton, police say
An 85-year-old man is facing a murder charge after allegedly shooting and killing his co-worker in Catawba County.
Heavy rain moves in overnight as the remnants of Arthur move through
Rain chances increase overnight for the Carolinas as remnant tropical moisture moves in. Isolated spin-up tornadoes not out of the question.
Student-led intiative makes research more accessible
A student-led initiative is working to make academic research more accessible for middle and high school students.
Obama Center opens in Chicago with a call to defend democracy and a celebrity crowd
Former President Barack Obama formally opened his presidential center in Chicago on Thursday with a call to defend democracy.
Adam interviews the Swon Brothers at CMA Fest
Adam Wurtzel got to chat with the Swon Brothers during CMA Fest in Nashville.
Up 'n Adam: Carowinds opening Rip Roarin' Falls
Adam Wurtzel went to Carowinds to check out the construction for newly announced, record-breaking log flume ride Rip Roarin' Falls.
Adam and Beatles content creator Skylar Moody chat all things Paul McCartney!
Adam Wurtzel welcomes Beatles content creator Skylar Moody to Rising to chat about Sir Paul McCartney on his 84th birthday.
Cabarrus Co. Commissioner calls Juneteenth "a lie"
A Cabarrus County Commissioner is under fire for calling Juneteenth "a lie." Larry Pittman made those comments at Monday night's board meeting.
CMPD searching for missing mom of 3 who hasn't been seen in a week
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are urgently looking for a missing woman who was last seen a week ago in east Charlotte.
Sex offender arrested near local playground with children present
A sex offender has been arrested near a local playground.
Authorities: Sherrills Ford man encouraged 16-year-old to expose themselves on camera
A Sherrills Ford man is accused of child exploitation. The Catawba County Sheriff's Office arrested 30-year-old Dustin Lineberger last Friday.
NC House unanimously passes Dominique Moody Safety Act, now heads to the Senate
A North Carolina bill inspired by the tragic death of a six-year-old Charlotte girl is one step closer to becoming law.
Gov. Stein presents Order of the Long Leaf Pine awards to recipients
Governor Josh Stein honored some of Charlotte's most influential leaders with one of North Carolina's highest civilian awards.
CMPD investigating triple shooting that injures 2 juveniles and 1 adult
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating a triple-shooting in Uptown Charlotte. We're told two of the people shot are juveniles.
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