Kids are in a ‘reading recession,’ as test scores continue to decline
Researchers are warning that the U.S. is experiencing a reading recession, a slide that predates the COVID-19 pandemic.
Carolina Insight: Greensboro Science Center
In this week’s Carolina Insight, Amber Rosecrans with the Greensboro Science Center, shares more about the exciting and very popular SKYWILD exhibit, that takes adventure to new heights with ropes courses, bridges, and zip lines suspended above the zoo.
US grocery prices rose in April, but gas spikes weren't the only reason
Americans paid more for their groceries last month, but high gasoline prices resulting from the Iran war were only one of the reasons why.
Drug counselor who delivered 'Friends' star Matthew Perry ketamine that killed him gets 2 years
A licensed drug addiction counselor who delivered the ketamine that killed “Friends” star Matthew Perry has been sentenced to two years.
Homes evacuated after gas leak fire in Matthews
Crews contained a fire that started from a gas leak in Matthews on Wednesday.
Producer prices shot up 6%, adding to pressure on companies to raise prices for customers
U.S. wholesale inflation came in hot last month. Producer prices rose 6% from a year earlier, most since December 2022, as the 10-week Iran war pushed up energy prices and put pressure on companies to pass along higher costs to consumers.
SC Supreme Court overturns Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions
The South Carolina Supreme Court has overturned Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions and life sentence for the killings of his wife and his younger son.
Gaston County adopts 2027 budget
The adopted budget maintains the county property tax rate at 59.9 cents per $100 of assessed value. Property owners will continue to pay this rate in addition to either a municipal or unified fire district tax, depending on their location.
The Wiggles are coming to Charlotte!
Adam Wurtzel got to chat with Dominic Field, known as "The Tree of Wisdom" with The Wiggles.
Sharyn Powell on new children's book "It's Okay to Be Kind"
Adam Wurtzel welcomed children's author and literacy advocate, Sharyn Powell to Rising to discuss her new book "It's Okay to Be Kind."
Mooresville Police Dept. dedicates new fallen officer memorial
On Tuesday, the Mooresville Police Department dedicated a new fallen officer memorial. The department also held its annual ceremony remembering officers who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Queen University swimmer killed in car crash over the weekend
A member of the men's swim team at Queens University has died in a car crash.
Gastonia Police release surveillance video of deadly encounter with officers
Gastonia Police have released surveillance video of a deadly encounter with officers. The shooting happened at Jakob's Food Mart in January.
Meck. Co. DA clears 2 CMPD officers involved in deadly shooting of crime spree suspect
The Mecklenburg County District Attorney's office has cleared two CMPD officers who shot and killed a suspect accused in a crime spree from last October.
Future of 77 toll lanes project uncertain after surprise vote in Charlotte
Charlotte city council has changed course on a controversial NCDOT project. The future of the $3.2 billion dollar project remains uncertain after Charlotte City Council voted to rescind its support in a meeting Monday night.
Ramsey Creek Beach in Cornelius will not open Memorial Day weekend
Ramsey Creek Beach in Cornelius won't be opening for the season on Memorial Day weekend, as it usually would.
Trump's redistricting push fizzles in South Carolina Senate but wins in Missouri's top court
President Donald Trump's efforts to reshape U.S. House districts have seen mixed outcomes. South Carolina senators defied his push Tuesday, while Missouri's top court upheld a new map backed by Trump that could benefit Republicans in the midterm elections.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke dies at 29
“We are heartbroken by the tragic loss of Brandon Clarke. Brandon was an outstanding teammate and an even better person whose impact on the organization and the greater Memphis community will not be forgotten," the Grizzlies said in a statement. "We express our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”
Rising Spotlight: Charlotte Independence
In this week’s Rising Spotlight, Tonya Rivens chats with Clay Dimick, team captain and number 17 defender for the Charlotte Independence, about the 2026 season and their upcoming "Salute To Sacrifice Night", happening this Friday, May 15 at 7:30pm.
Hegseth faces bipartisan grilling about weapons drawdown during the Iran war
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has faced tough questions from Republican and Democratic lawmakers about the Trump administration’s end game for the Iran war, the rising cost of the conflict and its impact on diminishing U.S. weapons stockpiles.
The Iran war is hitting home as gasoline prices fuel inflation surge of 3.8% in the US
U.S. consumer prices climbed a sharply again last month as the 10-week war with Iran pushed energy prices higher. The Labor Department reported Tuesday that its consumer price index rose 3.8% from April 2025. On a month-to-month basis, April prices were up 0.6% from March as gasoline prices rose 5.4%.
Ship operator and employee are charged in crash that caused the deadly collapse of Baltimore bridge
Prosecutors have charged the operator of the ship that crashed into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge leading to the deaths of six construction workers in March 2024. A key employee is also charged.
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