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Heating Up

Another gorgeous day on tap. Heating up through late week.

The Snark" Married To Med Fears, Crocodile Tears, Big Rears & A Pioneer

The "Married at Med" men avoid becoming a Dateline episode, confusion over crocodile tears leads to a Derek demo. Plus, we celebrate the cancellation of the Kartrashians and Morse Code Day.

National Tell A Story Day

Today is National Tell A Story Day and everyone is encouraged to participate by sharing stories with loved ones and friends.

Tasty Tuesday: Oreo Sushi and Twisted Bacon

Every Tuesday on Rising is Tasty Tuesday - and today we're making Oreo sushi and twisted bacon

Health Officials Work To Combat Covid Vaccine Hesitancy

Health officials are working to combat a lack of urgency to get the Covid vaccine. A new survey shows parents wouldn't be too eager to get their kids the shot either.

Woman Killed Just Weeks After Moving Family To Charlotte, Boyfriend Charged With Murder

The family says 30-year-old Porsche' Lloyd leaves behind 8 children.

Lumber Prices Skyrocket, Impacting Home Construction Prices in Charlotte

Your next home project could cost more than you planned. The price of lumber has skyrocketed 250 percent over the past year, according to the National Association of Home Builders.

Governor Cooper Delivers His Third State Of The State Address

Governor Roy Cooper gave his third State of the State address from the NC House Chamber Monday evening where he recognized the resilience of North Carolinians throughout the pandemic and provided a vision for economic recovery.

Attorney Chantel Cherry Lassiter Speaks Outside The Pasquotank County Public Safety Building In Elizabeth City Nc Monday April 26 2021

Attorney: Black Man Killed By Deputies Shot In Back Of Head

A Black man killed by deputies in North Carolina was shot in the back of the head and had his hands on his car steering wheel when they opened fire, attorneys for his family said Monday after relatives viewed body camera footage.

Population Growth Gives North Carolina A 14th US House Seat

North Carolina will gain another seat in Congress for the next 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau announced Monday, the result of a steadily growing population as people arrive for jobs and retirement.

US Population Rises To 331,449,281, Census Bureau Says

The Census Bureau says the population of the United States is 331,449,281. The 7.4% increase over the last decade is the second slowest ever.

Apple’s iPhone Privacy Clampdown Arrives In Latest Update

Once Apple's software is updated, apps that are installed on your device will be required to ask and receive consent to track online activities – a change Facebook fiercely resisted.

Justice Dept. Opens Policing Probe Over Breonna Taylor Death

The Justice Department is opening a sweeping probe into policing in Louisville, Kentucky, over the March 2020 death of Breonna Taylor, who was shot to death by police during a raid at her home, Attorney General Merrick Garland announced Monday.

AAA: Pump Prices In Carolinas Still Stable Amid Increasing Gas Demand

Gas price averages in the Carolinas are still maintaining stability, seeing minimal-to-no changes on the week, as U.S. gasoline demand recorded its second highest measurement since mid-March 2020 – indicating that motorists are filling up more often.

US To Share AstraZeneca Shots With World After Safety Check

The U.S. will begin sharing its entire stock of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines with the world once it clears federal safety reviews, the White House said Monday, with as many as 60 million doses expected to be available for export in the coming months.