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Matt & Ramona Talk Paranormal Experiences

Matt & Ramona Talk with Rising About Paranormal Experiences

The truth is out there... it's National Paranormal Day!

Unsettled Start to Week: Strong to Severe Storms Possible

Unsettled start to the week with the threat of strong to severe storms starting today.

Deputies Investigate A Fatal Helicopter Crash In Union County

Deputies are investigating a fatal helicopter crash in Union County that occurred on Sunday afternoon.

POLITICAL WRAP: Efforts at Police Reform

Police reform is back in the spotlight. It comes as protests continue in the fatal shooting of a Black man by deputies in Elizabeth City. Andrew Brown Jr. will be laid to rest on Monday.

Police: 19-Year-Old Seriously Injured In Shooting On The Mooresville Dragstrip

Deputies with the Rowan County Sheriff's Office say a 19-year-old man was seriously injured in a shooting on the Mooresville Dragstrip Sunday morning.

Summer-Like Pattern Arises

We're off to a beautiful start to May, but things will get a bit messier as we head into the first workweek of the month.

SpaceX Returns 4 Astronauts To Earth; Rare Night Splashdown

SpaceX safely returned four astronauts from the International Space Station on Sunday, making the first U.S. crew splashdown in darkness since the Apollo 8 moonshot.

Celebrity Politicians Test Voter Interest In Post-Trump Era

From Ronald Reagan and Arnold Schwarzenegger to Al Franken and Donald Trump, there’s a rich history of celebrities trying out new careers in politics. The list could soon grow.

Charlotte Fire Investigating Blaze At East Charlotte Business

CFD responded to the fire on Monroe Road Saturday night.

UNC Charlotte Builds Remembrance Memorial For Lives Lost In Deadly Shooting

Brook Muller, dean of UNC Charlotte, announced on Friday that a permanent memorial will be built to honor the lives lost in the deadly campus shooting that occurred just two years ago.

Wonderful Weekend, Wetter Workweek

It doesn't get much better than this for the first day of May, but there's room for improvement for the week ahead.

Formal Start Of Final Phase Of Afghan Pullout By U.S., NATO

The final phase of ending America’s “forever war” in Afghanistan after 20 years formally began Saturday, with the withdrawal of the last U.S. and NATO troops by the end of summer.

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City Of York Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For New Community Park

The City of York will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, May 15th as they unveil their new public park complete with a family-friendly splash pad, two covered picnic pavilions, and walking and biking trails.

Outdoor Concert Series Returns To The Whitewater Center In Charlotte

The USNWC in Charlotte is bringing back its River Jam Series featuring live music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night.

FedEx Shooting Victims To Be Remembered At Big Ceremony

The eight people killed in a mass shooting at a FedEx warehouse will be remembered Saturday during a public ceremony at the downtown football stadium where the Indianapolis Colts play.

UNC Charlotte Marks Two Years Since Campus Shooting That Killed 2 And Hurt 4 Others

People gathered both virtually and in person for the day of remembrance. Wreaths were laid, a memorial plaque was dedicated, and the two young men who were killed that day, Reed Parlier and Riley Howell, were remembered.

Governor Cooper Lifts Outdoor Mask Mandate With Restrictions

Masks are still required indoors across North Carolina.

Local Media Company Announces Launch Of Mix 107.9 In Charlotte

Radio One's Regional Vice President Marsha Landess announced the launch of WLNK MIX 107.9 on Friday. Matt & Ramona will appear on WCCB Charlotte's Rising on Monday to talk about their radio show, so tune in!

Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel: The Exhibit Will Be Featured In Charlotte Through July 31st

Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibit will be featured in Charlotte May 1st through July 31st. The unique exhibition showcases Michelangelo’s renowned ceiling frescoes from the Sistine Chapel, reproduced photographically and artfully displayed in their original size.