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 Americaβs βforever warβ in Afghanistan after 20 years formally began Saturday, with the withdrawal of the last U.S. and NATO troops by the end of summer.
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
Michelangeloβs Sistine Chapel: The Exhibit will be featured in Charlotte May 1st through July 31st.Β Β The unique exhibition showcases Michelangeloβs renowned ceiling frescoes from the Sistine Chapel, reproduced photographically and artfully displayed in their original size.
U.S. To Restrict Travel From India Over COVID Starting Tuesday
The U.S. will restrict travel from India starting on May 4, the White House said Friday, citing a devastating rise in COVID-19 cases in the country and the emergence of potentially dangerous variants of the coronavirus.
Catawba County Library Celebrates Star Wars On May 4th With Virtual Programs
Catawba County Library officials say they will hold family-friendly virtual programs in celebration of Star Wars on May 4th.
Deputies: Man Arrested In Rowan County On Child Porn Charges
Deputies with the Rowan County Sheriff's Office say a man was arrested on Friday for the possession and distribution of child pornography.
Fire At Coventry Woods Apartment Complex Causes $425,000 In Damage
A massive fire destroyed several apartments at the Coventry Woods Apartments in east Charlotte.Β The fire started just before 4am on April 30th on Coronado Drive. The fire reportedly caused $425,000 in damage.
Rising Hosts Shocked At Video Of Birds Overtaking Home
Man Removes Hundreds Of Birds From Home
The Snark: Snack Ritual, 2 Min Noodles & A Poop Wall
Friday Snark featuring shaman fun with the Dallas Housewives, injured daughters, Biden's first 100 days & a wall of poop.
More People Practicing Their Parenting Skills On Their Pets
More People Are Using Pets To Prepare For Kids
Fitness Friday: Jump Roping into the Weekend
For Fitness Friday this week, we are outside breaking out another childhood favorite - the jump rope
National Honesty Day with the Rising Team
No lie - today is National Honesty Day, so the Rising team is getting questions, and we're getting the truth
Warm & Windy Friday, Increased Fire Danger
The drier weather is a welcome sight after a humid and sticky Thursday, but it comes with its own set of issues.
CATS Unveils Winning Bus Artwork Created By Local Students
Charlotte Area Transit officials unveiled two CATS buses decorated with artwork made by local students on Thursday.
Free Rides And Beer: Incentives Are Added To Vaccine Drive
Free beer, pot and doughnuts. Savings bonds. A chance to win an all-terrain vehicle. Places around the U.S. are offering incentives to try to energize the nationβs slowing vaccination drive and get Americans to roll up their sleeves.
Charlotte Knights Single-Game Tickets On Sale Now!
Opening Night At Truist Field In Uptown Is Tuesday, May 4th
