Former Winthrop Softball Coach Mark Cooke Passes Away
Legendary softball coach Mark Cooke passed away Monday, May 15th. The former Winthrop University softball coach holds a Big South Conference record for most career wins (767).
Cockfighting Bust Leads Investigators To Finding Moonshine, Marijuana, Fentanyl, Cash, and More
A call about an illegal cockfighting event led investigators to rescuing 112 chickens, arresting dozens of people, and confiscating drugs and moonshine. It all happened off Prospect Church Road on May 14th in Chesterfield County.Β
Officials: Concord Officer Cited for Passing Stopped School Bus
A Concord Police Officer has been cited by the North Carolina State Highway Patrol for passing a stopped school bus.Β
Soul Gastrolounge Set To Reopen In NoDa
Soul Gastrolounge, the longtime culinary and cultural anchor of Plaza Midwood, has found a new spot to call home after nine months of searching: The Pass, a mixed-use development in Charlotteβs NoDa neighborhood.
Charlotte Medic Employee Dies On Duty
A Paramedic with Mecklenburg County EMS died while on duty following a medical emergency on May 13th, according to a post made on social media by MEDIC.
States With The Highest Drug Use In America
A new study looking into drug issues within America has shown that West Virginia is the state with the highest drug use and issues to do with drugs such as deaths and DUIs.
Local Students Head To American Rocketry Challenge
Charlotteβs Victory Christian Center School is among 100 national finalists in the American Rocketry Challenge. Local students Bryce Hall, Mattelyn Chapman, and Valeria Batista from Victory Christian Center School stopped by Rising to talk all about it.
Rain Chance Rollercoaster Ahead
While temperatures will remain somewhat consistent this week, it'll be a constant battle between drier and wetter.
Three Dead After Truck Crashes Into Shelby Home During Chase
A horrific crash leaves three people dead after a truck plows into a Shelby home. There is extensive damage left behind at the home on Suttle Street near Dekalb Street.
Baby Chicks Hatch Live On Web Cam As Part Of Rock Hill Schools Class
A group of baby chicks is hatching at a Rock Hill Elementary School, just in time for Mother's Day. It's part of a science class at Northside Elementary.
Tom Cruise Jams Out At The Janet Jackson 'Together Again' Concert
Janet Jackson charms her fans with her performance including an unexpected fan, actor Tom Cruise.
Mainly Dry Mother's Day Ahead
A few isolated storms may impact your afternoon and evening plans, but the vast majority of Mom's big day will remain rain-free.
New Menopause Drug For Hot Flashes Gets FDA Approval
U.S. health regulators on Friday approved a new type of drug for women dealing with uncomfortable hot flashes caused by menopause
Pilots At United Picket for Higher Pay As Pressure Builds Before Summer Travel Season
Just ahead of what could be a record-breaking summer travel season, pilots from one of the nationβs biggest airlines marched in picket lines at major airports on Friday as they push for higher pay.
2.1 Magnitude Earthquake Registered In Pineville
Officials say an earthquake was recorded early Friday morning in Pineville. The quake registered as a 2.1 magnitude and was reported at 5:56:05 am Eastern time.
Title 42 Has Ended. Here's What It Did, And How US Immigration Policy Is Changing
The U.S. is putting new restrictions into place at its southern border to try to to stop migrants from crossing illegally and encourage them instead to apply for asylum online through a new process.
Subtropical Storm Formed In January, NHC Says
The National Hurricane Center announced after reassessment, the Atlantic had a subtropical storm form in the middle of January
Carolinas Likely To See Rise In Migrants As Title 42 Expires
Tens of thousands of migrants are waiting for their time to enter America as the U.S. government prepares for for the end of Title 42.
5.5 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks California
The quake is believed to be the strongest to strike the Golden State so far this year and the second-strongest since 2020.
Elon Musk Says He's Found A Woman To Lead Twitter As New CEO
Elon Musk says he has found a new CEO for Twitter, or X Corp. as it's now called and she will be starting in about six weeks.
Cows Lead Deputies To Hidden Suspect's Location In Boone
Watauga County Sheriff's Office received unexpected help which led to the arrest of a chase suspect after a traffic stop.
Statesville Convicted Felon Arrested After Fleeing Police
A convicted felon was arrested after fleeing police in a multi-city chase on Wednesday, May 11th.Β Β
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