NC lawmakers advance record $34.4B state budget
North Carolina lawmakers have advanced a record $34.4 billion state budget.
Heat resources around Mecklenburg County open as dangerous temps move in
With extreme temperatures and heat over the holiday weekend, several recreation centers are being designated as cooling stations in Mecklenburg County.
Shoppers will pay more for sales tax in Mecklenburg County
Shopping, dining and drinking alcohol in Mecklenburg County will now cost you more. The tax rate rises to 8.25% for retail purchases in Mecklenburg County.
Actor and activist Danny Glover says he has Alzheimer’s disease
Actor and activist Danny Glover, best known for starring as an easygoing police officer in the “Lethal Weapon” franchise, has revealed he has Alzheimer’s disease.
AP: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will celebrate wedding Friday at Madison Square Garden
Speculation about the superstar singer and football player’s nuptials has built to a frenzy in recent days, following weeks of unconfirmed reports that it would take place over July Fourth weekend at one of New York’s iconic landmarks.
Woman dies, suspect arrested in Georgia after west Charlotte shooting
A woman has died days after a shooting in west Charlotte.
Changes to student loans are taking effect July 1. Here's what to know
Changes to federal student loans that are expected to affect millions of student loan borrowers are taking effect as of July 1.
2 people arrested after hanging banner about 'the power of love' on Empire State Building antenna
Two people have gotten to the top of the Empire State Building’s antenna and unfurled a banner about “the power of love” before starting to descend.
Car crashes into Union County home, driver arrested
A man is facing charges after allegedly crashing into a home in Union County last weekend.
Hickory Fire Battalion Chief announces retirement
The Hickory Fire Department proudly announces the retirement of Battalion Chief Fisher following nearly three decades of dedicated service to the department and the citizens of Hickory.
WATCH NOW: New Appointed Mayor Rob Harrington Sworn In
Hear from the newly appointed Charlotte mayor as he becomes the 60th mayor of the city.
Victor Willis, who co-founded the Village People and co-wrote 'Y.M.C.A.,' dies at 74
Victor Willis, who co-founded the Village People and co-wrote some of the disco group's biggest hits, including “Y.M.C.A.” and “Macho Man,” has died at age 74.
Travel Expert Carly Caramanna: Summer Travel Ideas
Rising's travel expert, Carly Caramanna (@adventuresbycarly) stopped by the Rising studio to discuss some unique travel ideas for your summer.
Record breaking heat hits the Queen City area
The Queen City is heating up with record breaking temperatures. It's a warm welcome for new Charlotte residents.
Forecasters cite 'dangerous' conditions as heat scorches Midwest while on its way to the East
It's a hot one for millions of people in the Midwest and Great Lakes states. Intense heat and humidity are baking the regions with no immediate relief. The National Weather Service says conditions are “dangerous.” The heat index is exceeding 100 degrees in some areas.
Serena Williams loses in opening round at Wimbledon in her 1st singles match in nearly 4 years
Serena Williams was beaten 6-3, 6-7 (6) 6-3 by 20-year-old Maya Joint of Australia in her first professional singles match in nearly four years in the opening round of Wimbledon.
Supreme Court rules constitutional privacy protections apply to cellphone users' location history
The Supreme Court has held that constitutional privacy protections extend to cellphone location information, ruling in the case of a bank robber whose identity was discovered through a geofence warrant.
Krispy Kreme® introduces $10 Original Glazed® Clean Sheet Dozen for USA game Wednesday
Krispy Kreme® is sweetening fandom and watch parties for America’s big soccer match. This offer is available beginning at 5pm Wednesday, featuring the all-new “Red, White and Goooaaal” Original Glazed doughnut.
Charlotte sports survey – Win $500 cash that you can use to attend a Charlotte area sporting event of your choice!
Calling all Charlotte sports fans, we want to hear from you! Please take a few minutes to fill out a survey and enter for a chance to win $500 cash to apply for a ticket purchase to a Charlotte-area sporting event of their choice! Terms and conditions apply.
Wife arrested for the attempted murder of husband
The Rowan County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest in an attempted murder investigation.
Virginia to allow recreational marijuana to be sold in retail stores beginning in 2027
Recreational marijuana sales are set to begin next year in Virginia. Five years ago, Virginia became the South’s first state to legalize possession of the drug but until now had failed to set up a retail market.
Ford recalling more than 741,00 vehicles because of park system issue
Ford is recalling more than 741,000 vehicles in the U.S. because a transmission issue may damage the park system, which could increase the risk of a crash or injury. The recall includes certain Ford F-150, Lincoln Aviator, Ford Explorer, Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition vehicles with model years between 2018 and 2021.
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