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North Carolina Health Officials Report 15 New Flu Deaths
Another 15 people have died of complications from the flu in North Carolina, raising the death toll during the current season to 90, state health officials reported on Thursday.
Mecklenburg County Evening Closures Due To Wintry Weather
With winter weather forecast across the region this afternoon, Mecklenburg County government is canceling all County-sponsored evening programs and closing facilities starting at 5 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 20.
Sheriff: Argument Leads Man To Set Mobile Home On Fire
A North Carolina man got angry with his mother during an argument, caused damage to three vehicles and set a mobile home on fire, a sheriff’s office said.
Missing Rowan County Man Found Safe In Burke County
According to the Rowan County Sheriff's Office, Burke County Sheriff's deputies located 24-year-old Austin Reed safe in Valdese, North Carolina.
North Carolina State Rep. Linda Johnson Dies At Age 74
North Carolina state Rep. Linda Johnson, a leading budget writer in the state House who died this week, is being remembered for her kindness and commitment to education.
No Serious Injuries After School Buses Collide In Northwest Charlotte
Officials say no one was seriously injured when two school buses were involved in an accident this morning in northwest Charlotte.
Trump Ally Roger Stone Sentenced To 40 Months In Prison
Trump loyalist and ally Roger Stone was sentenced Thursday to 40 months in federal prison, following an extraordinary move by Attorney General William Barr to back off his Justice Department’s original sentencing recommendation.
Rising Spotlight: Salsarita's 20th Anniversary
Salsarita's Fresh Mexican Grill, a fast-casual, create-your-own Mexican concept is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Chief administrative officer, Tim Carter, joins Rising to discuss Salsarita's Charlotte roots and National Tortilla Chip Day.
SLED SWAT Team Removes Armed Man From Chester County Home During Murder Investigation
A murder investigation led authorities to a residence where an armed man had to be removed by the SLED SWAT Team in Chester County on Monday, according to the Chester County Sheriff's Office.
Novant Health Healthy Headlines: Cancer Mortality Rate Continues To Decline
Cancer affects millions of Americans, but a recent study has shown that the cancer mortality rate has dropped 29 percent in the past three decades. Dr. Joseph Merriman, a Novant Health medical oncologist, joins Rising to discuss why more people are surviving cancer and how treatments are improving.
Maintenance to Create Longer Wait Times for Charlotte Light Rail Trains
Delays on Charlotte's light rail could soon get worse. Fewer trains will be in the fleet because of needed repairs. That also means riders will have to wait longer for trains to arrive.
ONLY ON WCCB: Celebration Of Life For Danquirs Franklin's Birthday
WCCB Charlotte's Alexandra Elich was the only reporter invited to a celebration of his life. As the family waits for a final report from the Citizens Review Board.
Charlotte Sports Foundation Announces Two College Football Games Scheduled For Bank Of America Stadium In 2021
The Charlotte Sports Foundation (CSF) has announced that two college football games will take place at the Bank of America Stadium to open the 2021 college football season.
CMPD Arrest Suspect Involved In Deadly West Charlotte Accident
CMPD has charged a man for their involvement in a fatal west Charlotte accident involving a motorcycle from October 2019.
Man Charged After Woman Shot And Killed In West Charlotte Parking Lot
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have charged 23-year-old Dayshawn Beckham for the murder of a 30-year-old woman in west Charlotte on Monday night.
Investigation Of Two Possible Tuberculosis Cases At UNC Charlotte
Mecklenburg County Public Health (MCPH) is working with the NC Division of Public Health to investigate two potential cases of tuberculosis (TB) at UNC Charlotte.
Rising Spotlight: Dr. Smith From Queen City Ear, Nose & Throat Discusses Sinusitis
Are you dealing with a stuffy nose, headaches, or pressure? Dr. Daron J. Smith, MD from Queen City Ear, Nose & Throat joins Rising to discuss sinusitis and treatment options that can help with your sinus discomfort.
