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Matthews Police Ask For Public's Help Identifying GameStop Robbery Suspect

The Matthews Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying a suspect accused of robbing a GameStop with a handgun on Sunday.

North Carolina Senate Democrats Pitch $200 'Gas Tax Rebate'

Democrats in the state Senate are pitching their proposal to give $200 tax rebates to North Carolina motorists dealing with high gas prices.

Man Shot Multiple Times, Killed In Gastonia

A 24-year-old man was killed after being shot multiple times by bail bond agents attempting to take him into custody in Gastonia Friday, police say.

$100,000 Powerball Ticket Sold In Roanoke Rapids Expiring Soon

Powerball players in North Carolina, especially those around Roanoke Rapids, should double-check any tickets they have to see if they are the winner of an unclaimed $100,000 prize.

Visitors To North Carolina National Forests Warned Of Bears

Visitors to national forests in western North Carolina are being warned that bears are getting close to humans and even circling campsites.

One 15-Year-Old Dead, Two Others Arrested After East Charlotte Shooting

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has arrested two 15-year-olds for the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old in east Charlotte over the Memorial Day weekend.

$58M Going To North Carolina, Virginia For High-Speed Rail

North Carolina and Virginia are getting $58 million from the federal government to help build out anticipated high-speed passenger rail service between the states’ capitals.

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Panthers' Keep Pounding 5K Kicks Off Saturday

The 12th annual Keep Pounding 5K benefitting Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute and Children's Hospital will be held in-person on Saturday.

CMPD: Man Shot, Killed Near Northlake Mall In North Charlotte

A man was fatally shot at a north Charlotte apartment complex near the Northlake Mall Friday morning, according to police.

What The Tech: Father's Day Gifts

Father's Day is coming up on June 19th this year and before you think about giving him the traditional dad gift of a necktie and before you settle on another gift card, you should check out some of the latest tech gadgets. Because most dads love gadgets.

National Trails Day: Trails Around North Carolina

Saturday is National Trails Day, and if you want to get some fresh air this weekend here's your opportunity!

Chef Troy Returns! How to Train and Eat Like an Ironman

Chef Troy is back! Troy Gagliardo, owner of Motown Spice Provisions and former chef right here on Rising is back to talk about his weight loss and fitness journey ahead of a half-Ironman he's participating in on Saturday.

Smart Shopper: FREE Donuts For National Donut Day!

Today is one of Rising’s favorite days, because it’s National Donut Day! The only thing better than a juicy donut, is getting it for free!

Slow-moving Cold Front Bringing Afternoon Showers & Storms. Dry Weekend!

Cold front is slowly making moves through the area. Cloudy skies and cooler temps through the region. Scattered storms are possible this afternoon. Drier air filters in this weekend.

The Bright Spot: Wild Hope Farm's Annual Music Fest Celebrating National Trails Day

Saturday is National Trails Day. In celebration, Carolina Thread Trails will be hosting a variety of guided tours, hikes, paddles and biking adventures across their 15 county network of greenways, trails, and blueways.

VIDEO: Dozens Of Gunshots Fired In Convenience Store Parking Lot As Customers Run For Cover

Police in Henderson, North Carolina arrested three people following the crime that was caught on camera.

Police: No Active Shooter Threat at Rock Hill Walmart

Police say there is no active shooter threat at a Walmart in Rock Hill.

Biden Appeals For Tougher Gun Laws: "How Much More Carnage?"

President Joe Biden has delivered an impassioned plea to Congress to act on gun control.

Avenatti Gets 4 Years In Prison For Cheating Stormy Daniels

Michael Avenatti has been sentenced to four years in prison for cheating Stormy Daniels out of hundreds of thousands of dollars in book proceeds at the height of his famed clash with then-President Donald Trump.

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Deputies Seize Drugs, Weapons During Mecklenburg County Eviction

On Wednesday, deputies arrested three suspects on drug and weapons charges while executing an eviction in north Charlotte.

Advisories Have Been Initiated On Potential Tropical Cyclone One

The National Hurricane Center has initiated advisories on Potential Tropical Cyclone 1. This will likely become a Tropical Depression or Tropical Storm Alex soon.