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After Trump's Project 2025 denials, he is tapping its authors and influencers for key roles

President-elect Donald Trump is stocking his second administration with key players in Project 2025, an effort he temporarily shunned.

T.d. Jakes Has Medical Emergency During Service

Bishop TD Jakes has medical emergency during Sunday sermon

The prominent mega church preacher, TD Jakes is recovering from a medical emergency that happened during his Sunday service.

Travel Expert Carly Caramanna: Thanksgiving Travel

Rising's Travel Expert Carly Caramanna (@adventuresbycarly) stopped by to break down some last minute Thanksgiving getaways, and affordable tips for the Holiday travel season.

Charlotte holiday garbage and recycling collection schedule

City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services will not collect garbage, recycling, yard waste or scheduled bulky waste on Thanksgiving Day. 

Former Manager of Belmont restaurant owned by Jonas Brothers' parents charged with embezzlement

The former manager of a restaurant owned by the parents of the Jonas Brothers has been charged with embezzlement after investigators say she stole thousands of dollars.

Zepeddie's Pizza back in Charlotte

Zepeddie’s Pizzeria is back in Lower South End after 25 years, serving classic New York-style favorites like their signature pizzas, calzones, strombolis, and homemade cannolis.

Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte

View a full list of the biggest names and concerts happening around Charlotte this week.

Magnificent Monday, Thanksgiving trending wetter

The workweek gets off to a warm and sunny start, but rain chances lurk ahead for your holiday plans.

Charlotte Hornets forward Grant Williams suffers torn ACL, out for season

Charlotte Hornets forward Grant Williams will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a torn ACL in his right knee.

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Concord Christmas Parade | PHOTOS

WCCB was so excited to be part of the 96th annual Concord Christmas Parade.

'Wicked' and 'Gladiator' make gravity-defying theater debuts

With a combined $270 million in worldwide ticket sales, “Wicked” and “Gladiator II” breathed fresh life into a box office that has struggled lately, leading to one of the busiest moviegoing weekends of the year.

CMPD vehicle hit, officer injured in Uptown crash

An officer was transported to the hospital after a CMPD vehicle was hit by another motorist in Uptown on Sunday morning.

With quest for perfection over, Mahomes wants to see Chiefs play 'best football' down the stretch

The Chiefs are expected to be plenty motivated when they return to the field Sunday to face the Carolina Panthers in Patrick Mahomes’ first game at Bank of America Stadium.

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Chuck Woolery, smooth-talking game show host of 'Love Connection' and 'Scrabble,' dies at 83

Chuck Woolery, the affable, smooth-talking game show host of “Wheel of Fortune,” “Love Connection” and “Scrabble” has died. He was 83.

Motorcyclist killed in York County crash

A motorcyclist died after striking a utility pole in York County on Saturday afternoon.

Charlotte Auto Show | PHOTOS

Rev up your engines because the Charlotte Auto Show is in town this weekend.

Man arrested after being found with 30 grams of methamphetamine

A man was arrested after allegedly being found with over 30 grams of methamphetamine in Caldwell County on Thursday night.

550 turkeys given away by GPD and other organizations

The Gastonia Police Department gave away frozen turkeys and boxed meals to people in need.

Preventing Holiday Sickness

It's almost time for turkey gatherings with family and friends and unfortunately, greater risk of sharing germs.

Western North Carolina business owners hope holiday shoppers shop local

Black Friday deals are already going on. Before you get all of your holiday shopping done, business owners in western North Carolina are hoping you consider buying from them.

Contracted Charlotte Airport Employees Vote On Potential Strike During Holiday Travel Season

Contracted Charlotte airport employees vote on strike during holiday season

Hundreds of contracted airport employees are prepared to strike during what Charlotte Douglas International Airport is calling the busiest Thanksgiving travel period ever.