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Trump administration says SNAP will be partially funded after judges’ rulings

President Donald Trump’s administration says it will partially fund the SNAP food aid program after a pair of judges’ rulings required the payments to continue.

WATCH | CMPD Chief Estella Patterson speaks publicly for first time

Newly named Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Chief Estella Patterson speaks publicly for the first time.

Ballantyne's Backyard to host the fourth annual walk-through light show, Nov. 28–Dec. 30, 2025

The Carolinas' most dazzling holiday tradition is back — and bigger than ever.

The Salvation Army Angel Tree Launches With Major Andrew Wiley

The Salvation Army & WCCB kick off the 2025 Angel Tree program!

Major Andrew Wiley from the Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte stopped by Rising this morning to tell us all about the Angel Tree program and about how you can help local families in need here in our community this coming holiday season.

CMPD identifies victims of north Charlotte double homicide

Police released the identities of two men killed in a north Charlotte shooting.

Sunshine & climbing temperatures ahead

Sunny skies carry through much of the workweek ahead as highs return to above-normal values by midweek.

Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte

View a full list of the biggest names and concerts happening around Charlotte this week.

Rain for some overnight

Scattered showers overnight east of I-77. Dry weather and sunshine return to start the new week.

Officer injured after being hit by suspected drunk driver in Mooresville

A Mooresville police officer is recovering after a suspected drunk driver crashed into the officer’s vehicle on Saturday night.

Flight delays persist as government shutdown leads to air traffic controller shortages

Flight delays are continuing at U.S. airports amid air traffic controller shortages as the government shutdown enters its second month.

Robot housekeeper now on sale for $20k

Neo is a robot housekeeper created by AI and robotics company One-X.

ISIS-inspired terror attack thwarted

The FBI says it has thwarted a potential terrorist attack that may have been planned for this weekend.

Fire crews work to rescue horses in overturned trailer

Charlotte Fire crews spent several hours working to rescue horses after a trailer overturned in northwest Charlotte.

Packers want to maintain focus for Panthers game with Eagles rematch looming

The Carolina Panthers will get quarterback Bryce Young back after he missed the Buffalo Bills game with an ankle injury.

Beautiful start to November

After scattered showers Sunday night, a picture perfect week of weather follows.

Two new suspects handed preliminary charges in Louvre jewels heist case, Paris prosecutor says

The Paris prosecutor says two new suspects have been handed preliminary charges for their alleged involvement in the crown jewels heist at the Louvre museum.

Road rage arrest leads to ‘ghost guns’

A road rage arrest leads to police confiscating two ghost guns in Monroe.

How to spot November's supermoon, the closest of the year

The closest supermoon of the year is approaching in November.

Monkey gets spooked at a Spirit Halloween store

An escaped monkey in a diaper caused a lot of excitement at a Spirit Halloween store in Plano, Texas.

CMPD officer’s actions under investigation after fight at West Charlotte High School

Parents are outraged as a shocking video continues to circulate online, showing a CMPD officer slamming a West Charlotte High School student to the ground.