Celebrating Our Veterans!
In honor of Veterans day, the Rising crew discuss the veterans in their lives and what they mean to them.
Mary C. Curtis: Transition Turmoil as Trump Refuses to Concede
President-elect Joe Biden's transition team is pushing ahead, even as President Donald Trump and his administration fight the election results and decline to give access to Biden's team.
Veterans Day Freebies In Charlotte
Several businesses are offering free meals or services for veterans and active military members on November 11th for Veterans Day.
CMS Delays Return to In-Person Learning for Most Middle School Students Until January 5th
The coronavirus is impacting the return to in-person learning for Charlotte-Mecklenburg middle school students. Most will now return January 5th instead of November 23rd, because more than 100 school bus drivers are on leave.
Cal Cunningham Concedes In North Carolina U.S. Senate Race To Thom Tillis
North Carolina Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Cal Cunningham conceded to Republican incumbent Thom Tillis Tuesday stating that, "the voters have spoken."
North Carolina Lowers Indoor Gathering Limit To 10 To Slow Spread Of COVID-19
Governor Roy Cooper announced today that North Carolina’s indoor mass gathering limit will be lowered to 10 people in an effort to drive down North Carolina’s key COVID-19 metrics. Executive Order 176 will go into effect on Friday, November 13 and will be in place through Friday, December 4.
President-Elect Joe Biden Speaks After Supreme Court Seems Likely To Leave Health Care Law In Place
The Supreme Court seemed likely Tuesday to leave in place the bulk of the Affordable Care Act, including key protections for pre-existing health conditions and subsidized insurance premiums that affect tens of millions of Americans.
Panthers List McCaffrey As ‘Day To Day’ With Shoulder Injury
Panthers coach Matt Rhule says running back Christian McCaffrey is “day to day” with a shoulder injury he suffered in the closing seconds of Carolina’s 33-31 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
CMPD: No Active Shooter In Uptown Charlotte, Lockdowns Lifted
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department says there is not an active shooter in uptown Charlotte after posts on social media Tuesday indicated otherwise.
Police: Woman Arrested, Charged After Making Bomb Threats At Lancaster Zaxby's
Lancaster police say a woman was arrested Friday after calling in two bomb threats to a Zaxby's.
Autobell® Car Wash Salutes U.S. Military Veterans And Active-Duty Service Personnel With Free Ride-Thru Exterior Wash On Veterans Day
To honor and thank U.S. military personnel on Veterans Day, Autobell Car Wash will offer all veterans and active-duty service members a free Ride-Thru Exterior car wash, or an equivalent credit toward another wash option, at all 87 locations of Autobell in five states on Wednesday, November 11, 2020.
Trump Faces Long Odds In Challenging State Vote Counts
Republican surrogates for President Donald Trump resumed their legal fight Monday to try to stop the vote count in key battleground states, including Pennsylvania and Michigan, but faced long odds given the Electoral College tally and recent court rulings that found no evidence of widespread vote fraud.
A Million-Plus North Carolina Parents To Receive $335 Check
More than a million parents in North Carolina are receiving a $335 check from the state government to help offset costs during the coronavirus pandemic.
AAA: Gasoline Demand Weakens As Pump Prices Continue To Trend Cheaper In Carolinas
Motorists will continue to see pump prices in the Carolinas trend cheaper following an increase in gasoline stocks and a dip in demand.
Needs Increase for Charities Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
The season of giving is taking on more meaning this year. Local charities say the need is greater than ever as families struggle with job losses and the pandemic.
Charlotte City Council Votes To Re-Open Black Lives Matter Plaza To Traffic
The Black Lives Matter Plaza in Uptown will reopen to traffic.
Week At A Glance: CMS Kindergarten Through 5th Grade Students Return To In-Person Learning
It has been a week since multiple Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools opened their doors again for in-person learning to thousands of Kindergarten through 5th grade students.
Cabarrus County Man Bags ‘Extreme’ $100,000 Prize
Junior Kelly of Concord saw his $25 Extreme Cash scratch-off ticket reveal a $100,000 prize.
Coast To Coast, Americans React To Biden Victory | PHOTOS
Jubilant crowds celebrated the election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris as the nation’s next president and vice president Saturday, honking horns, cheering and dancing in the streets across the country.
Trump Fires Esper As Pentagon Chief After Less Than 2 Years
President Donald Trump has fired Defense Secretary Mark Esper, a stunning and unprecedented move at a time of national uncertainty about the outcome of Trump’s bid for a second term. The move could be seen as unsettling for the Pentagon and a source of concern for international allies and partners.
Biden Cheers Vaccine Progress But Says Masks Remain A Must
President-elect Joe Biden on Monday cheered news about the promising development of a coronavirus vaccine but cautioned Americans need to be aggressive about mask wearing and social distancing as infections continue to surge around the country.
CMPD Animal Care & Control Launches Donation Campaign To Kick Off The Season Of Giving
HASS Giving is an initiative by the AC&C’s Human-Animal Support Services (HASS) Team that provides care packages of essential items to community members and their pets who need support during the holiday season.
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