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Sheriff: 4 Dead In Murder-Suicide In Northern Virginia

Officials say two children are among four dead in a murder-suicide in northern Virginia.

Feds: Barrier To Gorilla Exhibit Entered By Boy Ineffective

A barrier separating Cincinnati Zoo visitors from a gorilla exhibit wasn't in compliance with standards when a 3-year-old boy slipped inside, resulting in the shooting death of an endangered gorilla named Harambe, federal inspectors concluded.

Dynamite Blast Scheduled Tomorrow At Matthews Construction Site

Officials are warning residents not to be alarmed if they hear a loud explosion sometime between 10am and 2pm on Friday, November 18th.

NC State Board Of Elections Gives An Update On The General Election Results Process

The North Carolina State Board of Elections released a statement today outlining procedures currently underway throughout the state regarding the recent general election and the race for governor.

DA To Seek Death Penalty On Suspects Charged After 2 Bodies Found In Burnt Car

Officials say the cases against two suspects charged in the deaths of Spencer Murray and Albert Austin will proceed as capital matters.

Governor McCrory Announces Up To $10K Reward Leading To Wildfire Arrest

During a news conference Thursday, Governor Pat McCrory said a reward of up to $10,000 is now being offered for information leading to the arrest of whomever may have started the wildfires.

Mortgage Rates Surge Following Election

With mortgage rates surging following the election win of Donald Trump, homebuyers may feel compelled to snap up loans before rates rocket even higher. But housing experts say consumers shouldn't get carried away by the post-election wave.

Wildfires Cause Hacking And Wheezing Across The South

Smoke from dozens of wildfires burning across the Southeast has people coughing and wheezing, even in places like Atlanta that are far from the flames.

Man Dissolves After Trying to Soak In Yellowstone Hot Spring

A trip to one of the nation's natural wonders ended in a unnatural tragedy.

Outdoor Burning Ban Issued For Mecklenburg County

The Mecklenburg County Fire Marshal's Office has issued a ban on all outdoor burning including, recreational fires and has canceled all burning permits.

Charlotte School Of Law Put On Probation

The Charlotte School of Law has been put on probation by the American Bar Association.

Holiday Events In Charlotte With Moira Quinn

CHARLOTTE, NC -- When it comes to family fun over the holidays you have plenty of options around Charlotte. Here are list of upcoming events: South End Tree Lighting Ceremony-…

Novant Health House Call: Antibiotic Resistance

CHARLOTTE, NC -- Antibiotics are valuable and life-saving therapies for patients with bacterial infections, but there are many illnesses that cannot be treated by antibiotics. The Centers for Disease Control and…

CMS Superintendent Ann Clark On The Latest With CMS

CMS Superintendent Ann Clark is back for her monthly date with us here on WCCB News Rising.

#Trending: Ryan Reynolds Celebrates his ' GQ Man of the Year' Award With a Funny Interview

An Uber rider found the voice of AOL's "You've Got Mail," and Ryan Reynolds interviews himself in viral video!

#Trending: Metallica Played a Hit Song On The Tonight Show, With a Twist!

Taking a look at the top Twitter hashtag of the morning and Jimmy Fallon singing with Metallica!

#Trending: Adele Had an Unwelcome Guest at Her Show Plus Some Throwback Disney Outtakes

At her concert in Mexico, Adele flipped out when a bat showed up & some raw Disney footage from the early 2000's.

Suspect Arrested In Connection To Multiple Vehicle Thefts

A Burke County man suspected of stealing multiple vehicles throughout Caldwell County has been arrested.

Wildfire Threatens Homes Near South Mountains State Park

Fire crews are working around the clock to contain a wildfire near South Mountains State Park. It is now threatening homes in the Bob's Knob area.

NC Department of Labor fines Pineville Fire Department

The Pineville Fire Department is facing thousands of dollars in fines from the State Department of Labor. It comes nearly seven months after the death of volunteer firefighter Richard Sheltra.

Democrats Call On Trump To Reconsider Bannon Appointment

House Democrats are calling on President-Elect Donald Trump to rescind the appointment of Breitbart News executive Steve Bannon as a senior White House Adviser.