School Closings, Delays, And Remote Learning Days For January 21st
Several schools in the WCCB viewing area will be closed, delayed or going fully remote on Friday, January 21st due to the possibility of inclement weather.
CMPD: Charlotte Fire Captain Arrested In Domestic Violence Investigation
A Charlotte firefighter has been arrested for allegedly assaulting his wife and 17-year-old son during a domestic disturbance on Wednesday, according to CMPD.
Gastonia Man Charged With Attempted Murder Of Family Member
Detectives have arrested and charged a 22-year-old man for the attempted murder of a family member after a stabbing at a Gastonia home Wednesday afternoon left a 67-year-old woman with serious injuries.
Man Dies In Catawba County Mobile Home Fire
A 73-year-old man died in a mobile home fire Wednesday night in Vale, N.C. Officials ruled the fire as accidental and say it was caused by a kerosene heater.
25-Year-Old Charged For Fatal Concord Hit-And-Run
A 25-year-old Concord woman has been arrested for fatally hitting a pedestrian with a vehicle Tuesday night, according to police.
McDonald's Expanding Test Of McPlant Burger In US Stores
McDonald’s is expanding sales of its meatless McPlant burger to hundreds of locations.
Jan. 6 Committee Requests Interview With Ivanka Trump
The House committee investigating the U.S. Capitol insurrection is asking Ivanka Trump, daughter of former President Donald Trump, to voluntarily cooperate with its investigation.
AP Source: Panthers Interview Jay Gruden, Montgomery Again
According to a person familiar with the situation, former Washington head coach Jay Gruden and Indianapolis Colts running backs coach Scottie Montgomery have had second interviews with the Carolina Panthers for their offensive coordinator position.
North Carolina Reports 2,177,357 Positive Cases Of Coronavirus, 20,108 Deaths, 4,741 Hospitalizations
North Carolina is reporting 29,580 new cases of coronavirus and 71 new deaths in the last 24 hours. There are currently 4,741 COVID-19 related hospitalizations in the state.
Amazon Heads To The Mall With Prototype Clothing Store
First, Amazon competed with malls. Now, it’s moving inside one.
2 Marines Dead, 17 Hurt In Truck Rollover Near Camp Lejeune
Authorities say two U.S. Marines were killed and 17 others injured when the 7-ton truck they were riding in overturned near their North Carolina base.
What the Tech: Misleading Facebook Posts
Don't believe everything you read on Facebook.
Winter Storm Impacts Move East
Snowfall totals not looking the greatest for this storm locally, but far eastern zones could still see a wintry mix Friday.
Cabarrus County Woman Collects $150,000 Lottery Win
Antoinvette Sinclair of Midland tried her luck on a $5 scratch-off ticket and won a $150,000 prize.
CMPD Asking For Public’s Help Locating Missing 50-Year-Old
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for the public's help locating a missing 50-year-old man.
NFL Hall of Famer Michael Irvin Talks Panthers, Super Bowl & More
Rising's Derek James talks with NFL Hall of Famer Michael Irvin about the Panthers, this year's Super Bowl and his worst day at work
Winter Weather Advisory Goes into Effect Tonight
Winter Weather Advisories go into effect Friday for parts of the area.
NC Governor Cooper Declares State Of Emergency Before Second Winter Storm
Governor Roy Cooper has signed a state of emergency in advance of the second winter storm to move through the state in a week.
Rowan County Parents Arrested After 7-Month-Old Baby Overdoses On Amphetamines
Two suspects were arrested Friday afternoon in connection to the overdose of their infant baby, according to the Rowan County Sheriff's Office.
Snow Covered Ground Seen From Space
Satellite imagery shows snow and sleet covered ground across the Carolinas.
