North Carolina lawmakers approve stopgap spending measure amid budget impasse
North Carolina legislators have approved a stopgap spending measure to boost government spending while a broader budget impasse in the ninth-largest state continues.
Recall issued over energy drinks mistakenly containing vodka
Energy drinks that mistakenly contain vodka are being recalled in half a dozen states.
Longtime offensive tackle Taylor Moton emotional about potential final season with Panthers
Taylor Moton, a key offensive tackle for the Carolina Panthers, faces uncertainty as he enters the final year of his contract.
American Eagle's 'good jeans' ads with Sydney Sweeney spark a debate on race and beauty standards
Titled “Sydney Sweeney has great jeans,” the campaign has sparked a debate about race, Western beauty standards, and the backlash to “woke” American culture.
CMPD officer charged, accused of threatening a woman
A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Officer is charged with communicating threats following a confrontation with another woman.
Trump administration freezes $108M at Duke amid inquiry into alleged racial preferences
The Trump administration is freezing $108 million in research funding to Duke University as the federal government accuses the institution of racial discrimination in the form of affirmative action, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Second teen charged in deadly shooting of 15-year-old in Charlotte
A second teenager is charged with murder in the shooting death of 15-year-old Avion Dingle in northeast Charlotte, according to police.
NTSB finds Army chopper in fatal midair crash with plane was above altitude limit
Investigators have found that a helicopter involved in a deadly crash with a passenger plane over Washington was flying above its height limit.
Suspected kidnapper leads deputies on chase after being shot by victim
A suspected kidnapper is in the hospital after the person he held hostage managed to shoot him, according to deputies.
Pet of the Week: Meet Cream Puff!
Rising's Pet of the Week from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control is Cream Puff! A two-year-old chow mix, Cream Puff loves car rides, cuddles, and people. Learn more about this sweet boy HERE.
Birmingham, the home of metal, honors Ozzy Osbourne as hearse passes through
Thousands of Black Sabbath fans are paying their respects to Black Sabbath front man Ozzy Osbourne as his hearse makes its way through the streets of Birmingham.
US economy rebounds 3% in the second quarter
The U.S. economy expanded at a surprising 3% annual pace from April through June, bouncing back at least temporarily from a first-quarter drop that reflected disruptions arising from President Donald Trump’s trade wars.
Tsunami danger appears to be subsiding after 8.8 magnitude quake
A tsunami has sent waves into Russia, Japan, Hawaii and the West Coast of the United States after an 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of the Russian Far East.
What the Tech: Keeping your phone safe
Phones are an easy target for thieves. On average, nearly 4,000 phones are stolen in the U.S. every day. There are ways you can make it difficult for them to steal your personal information.
Trump announces 25% tariff on India and unspecified penalties for buying Russian energy
President Donald Trump says he'll impose a 25% tariff on goods from India, plus an additional import tax because of India’s purchasing of Russian oil.
Hot & stormy end to July, wetter & cooler start to August
A classic summertime pattern will linger through July's final days before much cooler air arrives in time for August's first weekend.
24 Hours of Booty raises $1.69 million in 24th year
4 Hours of Booty presented by Levine Cancer Institute – 24 Foundation’s signature charity cycling and walking event – celebrated its 24th year with $1.69 million raised to date to help support cancer survivorship and patient navigation programs.
Anson County commissioners hold meeting to discuss future of animal shelter
Emergency Management is now responsible for Animal Control until the county can figure out a long-term solution. Shelter director, Maureen Lett, thinks the move could be detrimental to the animals.
Parents want more warnings after a brain-eating amoeba killed their son after outing on SC lake
Boy's parents were stunned to learn South Carolina, like most U.S. states, has no law requiring public reporting of deaths or infections from the amoeba.
‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ scores Marvel's first $100 million box office opening of 2025
Marvel’s first family has finally found box office gold. “The Fantastic Four: First Steps,” the first film about the superheroes made under the guidance of Kevin Feige and the Walt Disney Co., earned $118 million in its first weekend in 4,125 North American theaters, according to studio estimates Sunday.
UPDATE: Gunman targeted the NFL headquarters in Manhattan, mayor says
New York City Mayor Eric Adams says that a gunman who killed four people at a Manhattan office building was trying to target the headquarters of the National Football League but took the wrong elevator.
Up 'n Adam: American Cornhole League Championships
Adam Wurtzel went to the headquarters of the American Cornhole League to learn about their championship events happening this week.
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