NCDMV Closes License Plate Agency in Harrisburg
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles today closed the license plate agency, or LPA, in Harrisburg due to contract violations.
Sunny stretch saunters into weekend, chilly start Friday
Lows dip into the 30s and 40s for most Friday morning before warmer air arrives this weekend.
CMPD released new numbers showing citywide decrease in crime, but Uptown sees violent crime increase
New data from CMPD says overall crime in the Queen City is down 8% in the first nine months of the year including a 20% decline in violent crimes, however Uptown has seen an increase in violent crimes.
Canales non-committal on who'll start at RB vs. Jets; Dowdle, Hubbard taking it all in stride
Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle said he isnβt concerned about if heβll start or whoβll see the bulk of the carries on Sunday against the New York Jets.
Top sporting events around Charlotte | October 16- October 22
UNC Charlotte football hosts Homecoming this week and the Charlotte Checkers are back home. Click through the gallery to see what's on this week's sports lineup in and around Charlotte.Β
Judge temporarily blocks the Trump administration from firing workers during the government shutdown
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trumpβs administration from firing workers during the government shutdown, saying the human cost "cannot be tolerated.β
North Carolina court: GOP can narrow governor's appointment powers on some boards
A North Carolina appeals court has ruled that the Republican-controlled General Assembly can reduce the governor's appointments to certain commissions.
Smucker sues Trader Joe's, saying its new PB&J sandwiches are too similar to Uncrustables
J.M. Smucker is suing Trader Joeβs, saying its new frozen peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are too similar to Smuckerβs Uncrustables in their design and packaging.
Carolina Insight: Charlotte McDonald's managers recognized with Ray Kroc Award
Charlotte area McDonald's managers, Ghislayne Ramirez-Castro of Concord and Carmen Benanvente of East Charlotte, were selected by McDonaldβs USA for this yearβs Ray Kroc Award, recognizing those who lead by example and achieve superior business results.
UPDATE: Fire at local diesel company blamed on accidental electrical fire
The Charlotte Fire Investigation Task Force says an accidental electrical fire sparked a fire at a diesel automotive repair business in Northwest Charlotte.
Federal workers endure financial strain and fear layoffs as the government shutdown drags on
Federal workers furloughed or working without pay are feeling the financial squeeze and fear being swept up in the Trump administration's layoffs.
The Carolina Renaissance Festival's "Ded Bob" and "Sluj" Visit Rising!
From juggling to jousting to fairies to incredible musicians, the Carolina Renaissance Festival is now underway, and Ded Bob and Sluj, of βThe Ded Bob Shoβ, stopped by Rising to tell us all about it!
Suspect arrested in Indian Trail Taco Bell shooting
A man is facing charges after being accused of shooting and killing a Taco Bell employee in Indian Trail on Monday.
CMPD Third Quarter Report: Crime down 8%, violent crime down 20%
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department released its Third Quarter Report on Wednesday that showed a decrease in crime across the city.
"Ded Bob" crashes your Weather-Wise forecast
"The one thing scarier than Ded Bob... Atlanta." π
Local photographer captures rare phenomenon at Grandfather Mountain
βIt doesnβt feel like real life; itβs almost like youβre in a fairytale," Leslie Restivo beams, "Itβs magical and itβs spiritual.β
Stupendous stretch continues
We'll end the workweek on a cooler note after a dry cold front slices through the Carolinas on Friday, but plentiful sunshine carries into the first half of the weekend.
Charlotte airport won't show DHS video blaming Dems for gov't shutdown
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is among at least a dozen airports in the country that wonβt air a controversial video from the Department of Homeland Security.
NFL uses AI to predict injuries, aiming to keep players healthier
Injuries are a big part of the NFL, and staying healthy can make or break a season. The NFL has partnered with Amazon Web Services to use technology and AI to predict and prevent injuries. The Digital Athlete tool collects data from all 32 teams to help manage players' health.
Gaston County Courthouse and DSS building evacuated following bomb threat
All-clear given following bomb threat that caused the evacuation of Gaston County Courthouse and the Department of Social Services Tuesday afternoon.
Instagram says it's safeguarding teens by limiting them to PG-13 content
Meta says teenagers on Instagram will be restricted to seeing PG-13 content by default and wonβt be able to change their settings without a parentβs permission. Meta says the new restrictions go further than its previous safeguards.
Drought has muted this year's leaf-peeping season
Leaf-peeping season has arrived in the Northeast and beyond, but weeks of drought have muted this yearβs autumn colors, and sent leaves fluttering to the ground earlier than usual.
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