Trump proposed getting rid of FEMA, but his review council seems focused on reforming the agency
President Donald Trump has floated the idea of “getting rid of” the Federal Emergency Management Agency, which manages federal disaster response.
Fiery texts from Michael Jordan, NASCAR executives disclosed in NASCAR antitrust battle
NASCAR and two teams, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, have clashed in federal court over antitrust allegations.
North Carolina plays its 1st game under Bill Belichick when the Tar Heels host TCU on Labor Day
North Carolina plays its first game under NFL coaching great Bill Belichick when it hosts TCU on Labor Day.
Fed official sues Trump over attempt to fire her, challenging his power over the independent agency
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is suing the Trump administration in an effort to overturn the president’s attempt to fire her, launching an unprecedented legal battle that could significantly reshape the Fed’s longstanding political independence.
2025 Charlotte Labor Day Parade
The 2025 Charlotte Labor Day Parade will be held Monday September 1st at 11 am in uptown Charlotte.
Panda Fest brings panda-themed cultural experience to Ballantyne’s Backyard September 2025
One of the nation’s most popular outdoor Asian food festivals is making its way to the Queen City! Panda Fest lands in Charlotte Sept. 14–16, 2025, bringing a three-day, panda-themed cultural celebration to Ballantyne’s Backyard.
'Mick Unplugged' podcast host talks new book
Host of the #1 ranked podcast Mick Unplugged Everywhere Mick Hunt joins Rising to talk about his newest book 'How to be a good leader when you've never had one.'
Up 'n Adam: Local International Tennis Tournament player
Adam Wurtzel met a local player from Denver, North Carolina who competed in the 2025 ITF Masters Tour tennis tournament.
Temperatures rising again, modest rain chances lurk ahead
While highs remain slightly below normal, it will start to feel like summer again as we head into the holiday weekend.
Gastonia PD warns public over counterfeit car seats
A safety warning for parents. Gastonia Police Department want parents to be on the lookout for fake car seats. The differences are subtle but, it's enough to save your kids life.
CDC director Susan Monarez is out after less than a month on the job and other agency leaders resign
The director of the nation’s top public health agency is out after less than one month in the job.
Panthers starting left tackle Ickey Ekwonu has appendectomy and is day to day ahead of season opener
Carolina Panthers starting left tackle Ickey Ekwonu underwent an appendectomy, leaving his status for the team’s Sept. 7 game against Jacksonville up in the air.
Minneapolis police: shooting at Catholic school has left 3 dead, including shooter, and 17 injured
A shooting Wednesday at a Minneapolis Catholic school has killed two children as they prayed and injured 17 other people, 14 of them kids.
Cracker Barrel is keeping its old-time logo after new design elicited an uproar
Cracker Barrel said late Tuesday it’s returning to its old logo after critics — including President Donald Trump — protested the company’s plan to modernize
N.C. State, East Carolina resume testy instate rivalry with season-opening matchup
N.C. State and East Carolina meet Thursday to open the season in a testy instate series.
American Airlines named an official airline partner of the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC
American Airlines announced a multiyear partnership with the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC.
Pet of the Week: Meet Flora!
Rising’s Pet of the Week from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control is Flora! A two-year-old pit bull terrier mix, there isn't much Flora doesn't like - and she LOVES treats.…
Wheel Meal Wednesday: Hottagrill
For this week's Wheel Meal Wednesday, Adam Wurtzel met the owners of food truck Hottagrill.
Fall feels continue
Dry conditions and below-average temperatures continue their dominance over the Carolinas through the remainder of the workweek.
WCCB News @ Ten celebrates National Dog Day
Tuesday marked National Dog Day! Here are some of the dogs of WCCB News @ Ten.
Humpy Wheeler laid to rest in service at Saint Gabriel Catholic Church
Former Charlotte Motor Speedway president and general manager Humpy Wheeler was laid to rest Tuesday. NASCAR chairman Jim France called wheeler a "visionary," whose name became synonymous with promotion and innovation in racing.
Charlotte city leaders question CATS safety after murder on light rail
The Queen City's crown seems tarnished after more deadly violence in the city. This time it was the murder of a woman in South End, a prime area for Friday nightlife.
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