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Governor Cooper Expresses Optimism For State During UNCC Visit

During a visit to UNCC Wednesday, Governor Roy Cooper shared an optimistic view for the state's economy following the repeal of HB2.

CMPD: Leave Your Guns At Home Before Going To The Airport

CMPD is reminding travelers to leave their guns at home before heading to the airport, or you could pay a big price.

Increased Security At Reedy Creek Elementary Following Threatening Video Posts

CMS has increased security at Reedy Creek Elementary following threatening posts on social media earlier this week.

NCDOT Working To Finalize Plans For I-77 Work Zone Cleanup

The NCDOT is currently working with a contractor to finalize a plan for cleaning up the work zones along I-77.

New Policing Options Being Explored For Some Mecklenburg County Areas

On Tuesday, the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners voted to cancel an agreement with the City of Charlotte regarding police service to unincorporated areas.

Charlotte Immigrant Community Demands Support From City Officials

Members of the immigrant community in Charlotte gathered at the Government Center Wednesday morning demanding support from the city's elected officials.

Casino Still Holding Elvis Presley Items Sought By Estate

Hundreds of Elvis Presley artifacts and memorabilia are still being held by a Las Vegas casino, a year after the King's estate filed a lawsuit to get those valuables back from a short-lived exhibit.

How To Make Sure You're Buying A Safe Used Car

A March crash in Las Vegas that nearly killed a young woman exposes another problem to watch for when buying a used car.

Humane Society Throws Pet Palooza Following Walk for the Animals

On Saturday, April 22nd, the Humane Society will be putting on it's 'Pet Palooza' festival in Charlotte.

ACC Announces Return Of Championship Games To North Carolina

The ACC is set to return previously contracted neutral site league championships to North Carolina, starting with the Dr. Pepper ACC Football Championship in Charlotte.

McDonald's Order Trips-Up Facebook Slaying Suspect

Facebook slaying suspect Steve Stephens was undone by a 20-piece Chicken McNuggets and an order of fries.

Rising Spotlight: JDRF One Walk

The JDRF One Walk happening this Saturday has one goal - create a world without Type 1 Diabetes.

What's Happening with Moira Quinn

There's lots happening in Charlotte, Moira Quinn from Charlotte Center City Partners stopped by Rising to tell us all about it.

A #Trending Video for the Animal Lovers & A Peek at the Set for the Han Solo Spinoff Film!

A dog looks very guilty after his owner found him in the blinds & the Han Solo spinoff movie is in production, check out a glimpse of the set!

NCAA Says Why Charlotte Denied Tournament Games

The NCAA is explaining why Charlotte missed out on the next cycle of men's basketball tournaments

County Commissioners Butt Heads On Group Hired To Review Health Department

Sparks flew between County Commissioners Tuesday night after hiring a consulting company to look into the Health Department. Some commissioners feel the group doesn't represent the diverse community that it serves.

Cankerworms Are Back For Their Annual Visit, But Were Your Trees Ready?

Those little green Spring hair accessories are already back in town and your trees could be paying the price.

CMPD Animal Care & Control Opens New Kitten Nursery, Needs Volunteers

CMPD Animal Care & Control introduces the city's first neo-natal nursery to care for new-born kittens.

CSX Issues Statement After Train Carrying Corn Feed Derails in Cleveland County

Emergency officials confirm a train carrying corn feed in Cleveland County has derailed.

DA Dismisses Murder Charge For Mother In Death Of Her Infant Son

The District Attorney's Office says the murder charge against Chaz Bush has been dropped.

Manhunt Ends as Facebook Killer Takes His Own Life

A nationwide manhunt for the suspected Cleveland Facebook killer is over. An employee at a Pennsylvania McDonald's recognized Steve Stephens after he ordered food in the drive-thru.