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Police: Video Of Teen Allegedly Gang-Raped Posted On Social Media

Brazilian police search for at least 30 suspects in alleged gang rape of a 16-year-old girl, posting graphic video and images of her on social media. CNN's Shasta Darlington reports.

Troops Place 230,000 Flags At Arlington Cemetery For Memorial Day

Arlington cemetery is lined with flags for Memorial Day in honor of fallen troops.

NBA Player Killed Entering Wrong Apartment

New Orleans Pelicans player Bryce Dejean-Jones was shot to death early Saturday in Dallas, police say.

Exploding Package Injures Correction Officer

Explosive package delivered to home of New York correction officer.

Military Veteran Finds A Mission Nursing Fellow Vets At VA

Nursing assistant Tom Alligood wears camouflage scrubs during his emergency room shifts at the Dorn VA hospital because he says it helps other veteran patients realize they've "walked over the same dirt," the 62-year-old former Army tanker says.

These Are The 4 Things You Need To Know For Monday

Charlotte, NC -- WCCB News Rising keeps you up to day with the day’s trending stories. Here are the 4 Things You Need to Know for Monday: Iraqi Forces Start Pushing Into the…

Zoo Kills Gorilla To Save 4-Year-Old, Critics Blame Boy's Mother

A Cincinnati zoo is under fire, after killing a 17-year-old gorilla. Zoo workers killed 450-pound Harambe to save a 4-year-old boy who fell into the gorilla's pen.

Police Investigating Shooting In Mint Hill

Police are investigating an early morning shooting on Pine Hill Road.

Trump Rallies Veterans At Annual Rolling Thunder Gathering

Republican Donald Trump told a motorcycle rally on Sunday that people in the U.S. illegally often are cared for better than the nation's military veterans, without backing up his allegation.

IS Bombings In Baghdad, Near Iraqi Capital Kill At Least 24

A wave of bombings claimed by the Islamic State group targeted commercial areas in and around Baghdad on Monday, killing at least 24 people in attacks that came as Iraqi troops poised to recapture Fallujah, a city held by the extremists group west of Iraq's capital.

Rain Doesn't Affect Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Rainy weather threatened to disrupt a second weekend of racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway. But, there ended up not being any delays in the Coca-Cola 600.

Texas Firefighters Turn Water Hoses Blue For Special Occasion

For expecting parents, revealing whether your baby is going to be a girl or a boy is a pretty big deal. Well--it's a boy!!!

The Dog Days of Summer, How to Keep Your Furry Friend Safe

Melissa Knicely with animal care and control says the hot temps are dangerous. And that you should never leave a pet in the car-even if it's for a few minutes.

Heavy Police Presence for Final Night of Speed Street

Large crowds enjoyed the final night of Speed Street Saturday in Uptown. There was a strong police presence, with cops on foot and bicycle.

Newly Opened Beach Draws Big Crowds at Lake Norman

A newly opened beach on Lake Norman drew big crowds Saturday. It's at Ramsey Creek Park in Cornelius.

Big Time Water Problems at Neighborhood

People who live there showed us ditches and pipes and more, that they say were not part of the deal when they agreed to build there. They turned to WCCB Charlotte for help, because they say they can't get action from the builder.

Gastonia Teen Arrested For Double Murder

GASTONIA, NC-- A Gastonia teen is in jail tonight accused of killing a pair of cousins inside their home. 17-year-old Jose Lopez-Rios faces two counts of First-Degree Murder. Police found him at a motel…

Live Music, Food And Fun At Annual Speed Street Weekend

Thousands flooded Uptown for the 22nd Annual Circle K and Kangaroo Speed Street event.

Police Searching For Fifth Suspect In Drive-By Shooting

SHELBY, NC-- There's a search tonight for a fifth suspect wanted in a drive-by shooting that hurt a four-year-old Shelby girl. Police are looking for Robert Strong. Police have already charged Cameron Shrader, Patrick…