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Motorcyclist Killed In East Charlotte Wreck

Police say excessive speed could be the cause of a fatal motorcycle accident that happened early Monday morning on East W.T. Harris Boulevard.

Eyeing 2024, Pence Says He'll Push Back On 'Liberal Agenda'

Former Vice President Mike Pence, positioning himself for a possible return to elected office, told an audience in early-voting South Carolina that he will spend the coming months “pushing back on the liberal agenda” he says is wrong for the country.

‘Football City, USA’ Killings Raise Sport Safety Concerns

Any visitor to Rock Hill, South Carolina, soon learns that “Football City, USA” basks in the glory of the dozens of youth leaguers who have gone on to win college championships and land coveted NFL contracts.

Mourners Gather For Funeral Of Andrew Brown Jr.

Mourners were gathering Monday for the funeral of Andrew Brown Jr., a Black man shot and killed by deputies in North Carolina, with eulogists planning to celebrate his legacy and reflect on his life.

May Means Motorsports As Charlotte Motor Speedway Welcomes Fans Back For Action-Packed Month Of Fun

With the long-awaited return of Cars & Coffee Concord, a 44,000-horsepower assault on the senses at zMAX Dragway and the biggest Memorial Day Weekend celebration in the country at the Coca-Cola 600, Charlotte Motor Speedway is poised for an action-packed month.

AAA: April Saw Small Pump Price Changes in Carolinas, Larger Jumps Likely in May

Gas price averages in the Carolinas saw minimal changes in April compared to March. Stable crude oil prices amid fluctuating demand helped to keep larger price jumps at bay last month according to AAA Carolinas.

New Bites at the Charlotte Knights

The Charlotte Knights season opener is this Tuesday, May 4th with the first pitch, as it always is, at 7:04pm and they're ready to roll with some new menu items for the fans.

Severe Threat to Start the Week: Damaging Wind, Hail and Isolated Tornadoes Will Be Possible

Severe Threat Returns this week after a relatively quiet month of weather in April.

The Snark: Efficient Bra Use, Star Wars Day Preview & A Porta Potty Rescue

On "90 Day Fiance: Happily Ever After?" Angela meets with the doctors performing her weight loss and the plastic surgery after and one of the docs wonder what she's keeping in her bra. Derek has ideas.

Mecklenburg County Man Scores $250,000 Prize

Anthony Williams of Charlotte took a chance on a $5 ticket and watched it reveal a $250,000 top prize.

Rising Gardening Week: Learning the Basics

We are kicking off Gardening Week here on Rising - and going back to basics

Coca-Cola Racing Family Driver Daniel Suárez Tours U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Richard Snyder During Virtual Visit

As plans come together for the Memorial Day Weekend salute to the troops at the Coca-Cola 600, driver Daniel Suárez spent time earlier this week visiting with sailors aboard U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Richard Snyder as part of Charlotte Motor Speedway’s virtual Mission 600.