Governor McMaster Lifts Mask Mandate In South Carolina
Governor Henry McMaster issued an executive order on Friday lifting the mask mandate inside restaurants and government buildings.
Iconic Burger Joint Mr. K's Officially Closing In South End
After 54 years in business the iconic Charlotte restaurant Mr. K's Soft Ice Cream in South End is officially closing.
North Carolina To Offer Reopened Schools Widespread Testing
The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services told education leaders Thursday it would offer charter schools and local school districts rapid COVID-19 tests for free to help control outbreaks.
New SC Abortion Law Remains On Hold Under Judge’s Order
A new South Carolina law banning abortions will stay on hold following a judge’s order on Friday to extend a temporary restraining order.
CMPD: Detectives Investigate A Fatal Crash Involving A Motorcyclist In East Charlotte
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say they are investigating a fatal collision in east Charlotte after a motorcyclist was killed Thursday night.
Silver Alert Cancelled After Missing 91-Year-Old Mecklenburg County Man Located
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department says that the Silver Alert for 91-year-old Theoples Miller has been cancelled after he was located Wednesday morning.
Thomasville Police Officer Hit By Motorcyclist Feeling Law Enforcement
A Thomasville police officer was injured when a motorcyclist trying to elude law enforcement hit him during a chase, officials said.
North Carolina Nursing Homes Resume In-Person Visitations
After a year of virtual visitations, long-term care facilities in North Carolina are welcoming back visitors inside their doors.
Mecklenburg County Reports 97,101 Positive Cases Of Coronavirus, 883 Deaths
As of March 5th, there were 97,101 cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) with 883 deaths due to COVID-19 reported among Mecklenburg County residents.
US Adds A Strong 379,000 Jobs In Hopeful Sign For Economy
U.S. employers added a robust 379,000 jobs last month, the most since October and a sign that the economy is strengthening as confirmed viral cases drop, consumers spend more and states and cities ease business restrictions.
Celebrating National Play Outside Day with Orange Juice Pong
The Rising team heads outside to the patio to play a little OJ pong ahead of National Play Outside day
Spotlight on Black Women Owned Business in CLT: Best of Both Souls
Three magic words: Nashville Hot Chicken. Now add 'vegan' and you have a winning combo for a line out the restaurant door. When Best of Both Souls Chef Chenelle Bragg, aka "Nelly," prepares her fan-favorite, vegan chicken sandwich, she knows she's cooking up gold.
UPDATE: Dog Accidentally Adopted Out Is Returned To His Original Owner
First on WCCB: a nightmare of a situation for a local woman. Her dog got out late one night. When the woman finally tracked him down, she learned he'd been adopted to a new family just a couple hours earlier.
Gaston County Police Charge 18-Year-Old Man With Possession Of Child Porn
Gaston County Police say Wesley Ross, 18, was arrested on March 3rd after a search warrant revealed he was in possession of child pornography.
PETA Protests Salisbury Police After Alarming Video Of K9 And Handler Surfaces
PETA supporters say they will meet at the Salisbury Police Department on Friday with signs saying "Justice for Zuul!" to demand the officer who mistreated the K9 to be held responsible.
UNC Charlotte Makes Plans For An In-Person 2021 Graduation
UNC Charlotte officials say 2021 graduates will have the opportunity to graduate at an outdoor in-person ceremony, with a limited number of guests allowed due to Governor Cooper's latest COVID-19 guidelines for public gatherings.
Cement Truck Overturns In West Charlotte, 1 Driver Seriously Injured
Medics say one person has been seriously injured after a cement truck overturned in the roadway near Charlotte Douglas International Airport in West Charlotte on March 4th.
Extras Wanted At Open Casting Call For Movie Filming In Charlotte
If you have ever wanted to be an extra in a movie now is your chance! Tona B. Dahlquist Casting is holding an open casting call for extras for the movie version of a popular Judy Blume book that will be filmed in Charlotte, North Carolina.
