Billy Graham: An Extraordinary Journey
Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Chaplain explains why Billy Graham's legacy is still relevant today.
Novant Health Healthy Headlines: COVID-19 Symptoms Vs. Seasonal Allergies
Itβs spring, which means allergy season, but concerns are different this year with people also being wary of coronavirus symptoms. Novant Health pediatric allergist, Dr. Puja Rajani, joins Rising to discuss how to best handle the allergy season for children and adults.
Celebrities Get Coronavirus Tests, Raising Concerns Of Inequality
Celebrities, politicians and professional athletes faced a backlash this week as many revealed that they had been tested for the coronavirus, even when they didnβt have a fever or other tell-tale symptoms.
Coronavirus Scams Are Increasing Says NC Attorney General
Exploiting people's fears, it's what scammers live for says President of the Better Business Bureau Tom Bartholomy.
Overwhelming Demand for Unemployment Benefits in North Carolina
Overwhelming demand for unemployment benefits is making it hard for some people to sign up. Nearly 5,000 people filed claims in the first 19 hours after North Carolina eased benefit restrictions.
Sheriff: Inmate Dies Inside Mecklenburg County Detention Center
The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of an inmate, according to a news release.
Atrium Health Enhances Visitor Restrictions Due To Coronavirus
In order to help protect patients, family members and healthcare workers from the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), Atrium Health is implementing additional temporary restrictions for visitors to include essential visitation only.
Gaston County Reports First COVID-19 Case
The Gaston County Department of Health & Human Services (Gaston DHHS) is reporting the countyβs first positive case of COVID-19.
CMS Offers Online Learning, Support For Students
With COVID-19 social distancing practices in place, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has found a new way to communicate with families.
Boone Police Asking For Public's Help Identifying Two Robbery Suspects
The Boone Police Department is asking for the publicβs assistance in identifying two suspects who robbed a Circle K Gas Station.
Carolina Panthers Release Eric Reid And Colin Jones
The Carolina Panthers have released Eric Reid and Colin Jones.
Q&A: What Does 90-Day Tax Payment Delay Mean For Filers?
The Trump administration has announced that most individuals and businesses will be allowed to delay paying their federal tax bills for 90 days as part of an emergency relief plan amid the coronavirus pandemic.
NC 2-1-1 To Provide Assistance For COVID-19
Statewide service can refer people to organizations in their community that are helping with health and human service resources
Morganton Man Sentenced To Life After Killing A 57-Year-Old Neighbor
According to a news release, a Morganton man has been sentenced to life in prison for the first-degree murder of a 57-year-old man. The Burke County jury needed less than half an hour to make this decision.
Homicide Investigation Underway After Victim Shot, Killed While Being Treated In Ambulance
The suspect in the south Charlotte homicide investigation has been charged with murder after a victim was shot and killed while being treated by MEDIC.
Treasury Proposal: Deliver $500B To Americans Starting April
The Treasury Department wants to start issuing direct payments to Americans by early next month as the centerpiece of a $1 trillion plan to stabilize the economy as the coronavirus epidemic threatens a body slam to taxpayers and businesses.
Good Deed By Retired Shelby Fireman Leads To $4M Lottery Win
For Kenneth Crews, a retired Shelby fireman, his good deed of giving a friend a ride to work on a rainy Sunday led to a $4 million prize.
Suspect In North Charlotte Homicide Case Located, Arrested In Georgia
According to CMPD, the suspect involved in a north Charlotte homicide has been located and arrested in Georgia.
Mary C. Curtis: Biggest Takeaways from Tuesday's Primaries
Our political contributor Mary C. Curtis gives her analysis on Tuesday's primaries.
Mecklenburg County Commissioner, Husband Quarantined Over Coronavirus Fears
Public health director says there is community spread of Covid-19 in Mecklenburg County
NC Relaxes Rules for Unemployment Benefits; Federal Gov't Could Send Checks to Americans
With businesses cutting hours and some temporarily closing, the state is making it easier for people to qualify for unemployment benefits. Meantime, the federal government is considering sending checks to Americans, along with loans and payments to businesses.
Gov. Roy Cooper Seeks Business Aid, Orders Restaurants And Bars To Suspend Dine-In Services
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper has asked the federal governmentβs small business agency to declare an emergency because of the coronavirus so merchants and firms can access low-interest loans.
