NC Statute Calls Chief Putney's Retirement Plans Into Question
A Wednesday news conference to discuss Chief Putney's retirement and the related transition process has been cancelled.
Former NC Blue Cross CEO Found Guilty Of DWI, Child Abuse
The former CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield North Carolina has been found guilty of charges stemming from a car crash on an interstate while his two daughters were in the vehicle.
California Prosecutors Charge Burke County Man With Killing Hollywood TV Director In 1985
Prosecutors have charged a Burke County man in the cold-case killing of a TV director who worked on “The Incredible Hulk,” ″The Six Million Dollar Man” and other shows more than three decades ago.
Trump Declares It In Writing: He Won't Cooperate In Probe
The White House declared Tuesday it will not cooperate with what it termed an “illegitimate” impeachment probe by House Democrats, setting up a constitutional clash between President Donald Trump and Congress.
Lincolnton Police Searching For Man Accused Of Robbing Local Cell Phone Store
Police are trying to identify a man they say stole several cell phones from a store Monday afternoon.
Man Charged After Hitting Neighbor In Head With Machete While Trying To Break Up Dog Fight
Lincoln County deputies say one man is in jail and another is recovering after an altercation escalated following a fight between their pets.
Trump Bars Envoy's Testimony, Escalating Impeachment Fight
President Donald Trump intensified his fight with Congress Tuesday over the Democrats’ impeachment investigation, as the administration blocked a U.S. diplomat from testifying behind closed doors about the president’s dealings with Ukraine. House committee chairmen said they would subpoena the envoy to force him to appear.
Thief Steals Local Foster Mom's Van
Stealing from a foster mom - pretty bad, right? It happened this weekend in west Charlotte. While police investigate, this special mom is scrambling to make sure she can keep up with the kids in her care.
Police Arrest 6 Teens Accused Of Conspiring To Rob Victims At Local Apartment Complex
CMPD has charged six suspects they say conspired to rob victims at the Maple Run Apartments on Saturday, September 28th.
Countdown Drama Roars Into NTK NHRA Carolina Nationals
The drama of a championship battle among tire-smoking, nitro-powered NHRA hot rods will be on full display when this weekend’s NTK NHRA Carolina Nationals roars to life on Friday at zMAX Dragway.
Ramp, Lane Closures For I-277 Improvement Projects Continue This Week
N.C. Department of Transportation contract crews have scheduled several closures this week as part of a $16.3 million project to improve the roadway and 22 bridges along I-277.
Driver Charged Following Deadly Head-On Collision In Catawba County
Troopers say the driver responsible for Monday morning's deadly head-on collision in Catawba County is facing charges.
Man And Woman Charged With Breaking Into Butler High School
Matthews Police have charged two suspects accused of breaking into Butler High School over the weekend.
Trump Defends Syria Troop Plan From Criticism At Home, Abroad
President Donald Trump’s sudden decision to pull back U.S. troops from northern Syria drew quick criticism Monday from some of his closest allies in Congress as well as Kurdish fighters who would essentially be abandoned to face a likely Turkish assault after fighting alongside American forces against the Islamic State.
Gaston County Assistant Principal Facing Charges Of Sex With Student; Bond Set At $1M
A Gaston County assistant principal has been arrested and charged with sex offenses involving a student.
Victim Of Deadly Tractor-Trailer Crash On I-485 Identified; GoFundMe Page Created For Family
A GoFundMe page has been set up for the family of the driver of the tractor-trailer who was killed in an accident on I-485 in north Charlotte last week.
Gaston County Pastor Accused Of Sex Crimes With 14-Year-Old
A Gaston County pastor is facing charges for multiple sex crimes involving a 14-year-old victim, following an investigation by the Gaston County Police Department.
Rising Spotlight: Avast Cybersecurity
Avast Security Evangelist Lindsey Pyle joined Rising to discuss cyber threats and the best way to protect small businesses.
The Carolina Renaissance Festival Hosts Kids Fantasy Weekend
Save $16.00 on admission to the Carolina Renaissance Festival!
McCaffrey Scores 3 TDs, Panthers Hold Off Jaguars 34-27
Using a single-back, inside zone run the Panthers piled up 285 yards rushing and three touchdowns on the ground, and held on to defeat the Jacksonville Jaguars 34-27 on Sunday for their third straight win and first victory at home in nearly a year.
Jaguars, Panthers Thriving Behind Backup QB's Minshew, Allen
Two young backup quarterbacks with different looks but similar styles have taken over in Jacksonville and Carolina, energizing their teams with back-to-back victories after 0-2 starts. On Sunday, Jacksonville’s Gardner Minshew and Carolina’s Kyle Allen will square off looking to extend those streaks.
Diplomats Pushed Ukraine To Investigate, Dangled Trump Visit
Top U.S. diplomats encouraged Ukraine’s newly elected president to conduct an investigation linked to Joe Biden’s family in return for a high-profile visit with President Donald Trump. It soon escalated into what one diplomat feared was a “crazy” swap that risked vital U.S. military aid.
