AP: The NFL Draft Gives Players A Chance To Flaunt Their Style On The Red Carpet
The NFL draft gives players a chance to flaunt their style. Terrion Arnold made the most of it.
What the Tech: Mother's Day Gadget Ideas
The clock is ticking to find the ideal gift for Mother’s Day and the best gift of all is, quite frankly, the gift of relaxation.
Two Charter Buses Carrying Students To Carowinds For Field Trip Crash On I-85 North
A bus driver and multiple students were transported to the hospital after two charter buses carrying students to Carowinds were involved in a crash Friday morning.
Charlotte Checkers in the Calder Cup Playoffs
The Charlotte Checkers coming up big Thursday night in the first round of the playoffs. After a late, shorthanded goal for the win, the team is off today before another big game on Saturday. Checkers Director of Broadcasting, TJ Chillot, joined Rising today to tell us about the big game - or games - this weekend!
AP: USDA Tells Producers To Reduce Salmonella In Certain Frozen Chicken Products
Poultry producers will be required to bring salmonella bacteria in certain chicken products to very low levels to help prevent food poisoning under a final rule issued Friday by U.S. agriculture officials.
Right Moves for Youth 28th Annual 5K Walk/ Run
The 28th Annual Twilight 5K walk/ run is set for Friday, April 26th in Uptown Charlotte.
Up 'n Adam: Hope Floats Duck Race
Adam Wurtzel learned more about the Hope Floats Duck Race and the important organization it supports.
Panthers Trade Up Into First Round Of NFL Draft, Select WR Xavier Legette From South Carolina
Panthers general manager Dan Morgan said Legette has the “dog mentality" he covets in players.
Revamped Gastonia Baseball Club Opens 2024 Season
Say goodbye to the Honey Hunters - and say hello to the Gastonia Baseball Club.
Two Salisbury Shootings Leave Four People Injured Just Hours Apart
In the past two weeks, there have been four separate shootings in Salisbury, the most recent leaving a baby an critical condition. Now, Police are stepping up their search for those responsible.
One Dead In Chesterfield County Crash
One person died following a fatal car crash on Thursday afternoon in Chesterfield County.
Net Neutrality Restored As FCC Votes To Regulate Internet Providers
The Federal Trade Commission on Thursday voted to restore “net neutrality” rules that prevent broadband internet providers such as Comcast and Verizon from favoring some sites and apps over others.
Tennessee Lawmakers OK Bill Criminalizing Adults Who Help Minors Receive Gender-Affirming Care
Tennessee's GOP-controlled Statehouse on Thursday gave their final approval to legislation criminalizing adults who help minors receive gender-affirming care without parental consent.
Charlotte Hires Tomekia Reed As Women's Coach After Highly Successful Tenure At HBCU Jackson State
Charlotte announced the hiring of Tomekia Reed as women’s basketball coach on Thursday after she helped Jackson State win five consecutive Southwestern Athletic Conference championships.
Registered Sex Offender Sentenced For Attempting To Engage In Illicit Sexual Conduct
A 51-year-old sex offender was sentenced to over 31 years in prison after traveling from Asheville to Fort Mill to engage in sexual activity with a minor.
Man Charged With Involuntary Manslaughter In Fatal Pedestrian Crash
Police charged a 24-year-old man with involuntary manslaughter following an investigation into a fatal crash involving a pedestrian in east Charlotte from December of 2023.
York County Woman Charged For Food Stamp Fraud
Police arrested a South Carolina woman after she fraudulently acquired over $17,000 in food stamps.
Statesville Man Arrested On Indecent Liberties Charges
A Statesville man, previously convicted for cyberstalking, is facing charges after allegedly sexually assaulting a juvenile.
Planned Parenthood Announces $10 Million Voter Campaign In North Carolina For 2024 Election
Abortion continues to be a key part of Democrats' election playbook in North Carolina, which for 2024 will include what abortion-rights advocates call an unprecedented investment in get-out-the-vote efforts.
Cubs Reliever Luke Little Forced To Change His Glove Because Of White In American Flag Patch
Chicago Cubs reliever Luke Little said he had to change his glove before he entered Wednesday night’s 4-3 victory over the Houston Astros because of an American flag patch.
Police Arrest Suspect Accused Of Firing Shots Near CMS Students At Bus Stop
After an extended investigation, police have identified the shooter in this case. Elijah Massey, now 18, has been arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill and assault by pointing a gun.
Healthy Headlines: Atrial Fibrillation
On this week’s Healthy Headlines, Dr. Philip Lee of Novant Health, joins Rising to discuss atrial fibrillation.
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