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What to do if your flight is delayed or canceled during the US government shutdown

Staffing shortages have caused flight delays at a growing number of airports in recent weeks.

Survivors in Jamaica struggle to rebuild after Melissa

No food. No water. No shelter. That's a reality many Jamaicans are facing one week after Hurricane Melissa's devastating landfall.

A Tech Reboot for Charlotte Nonprofits

Apparo is helping Charlotte nonprofits serve more families by providing technology support through its year-long G.A.I.N. program. Six organizations recently graduated after receiving training, mentorship, new hardware and tech grants.

Former Vice President Dick Cheney dies at 84

Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful and polarizing vice presidents in US history, dies at 84

Splendid stretch continues

Sunny skies and comfy highs carry through November's first workweek.

The Edge: Talking turkey and food stamps

If you're concerned about your SNAP benefits-- or just watching your spending, discount grocer Lidl is offering a Thanksgiving dinner bundle that feeds 10 people for under 36 dollars. That's less than $3.60 a person; those prices do not include taxes.

Adapting To "falling Back" To Standard Time

The Edge: The dark side of Daylight Saving Time

Most Americans look forward to gaining the extra hour of sleep that comes with the end of Daylight Saving Time but does it come at the expense of our health?

Mixed Messages On Next Round Of Snap Benefits

SNAP recipients unsure whether they'll get benefits for November

A federal judge ordered the Trump Administration to use emergency funds to cover the cost of SNAP but the administration says it will only partially pay leaving people to wonder how much they will get for November and when.

Election Guide For 2025 General Municipal Elections

Check out WCCB's Election Guide for the 2025 General Municipal Elections.

Trump administration says SNAP will be partially funded after judges’ rulings

President Donald Trump’s administration says it will partially fund the SNAP food aid program after a pair of judges’ rulings required the payments to continue.

WATCH | CMPD Chief Estella Patterson speaks publicly for first time

Newly named Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Chief Estella Patterson speaks publicly for the first time.

Ballantyne's Backyard to host the fourth annual walk-through light show, Nov. 28–Dec. 30, 2025

The Carolinas' most dazzling holiday tradition is back — and bigger than ever.

The Salvation Army Angel Tree Launches With Major Andrew Wiley

The Salvation Army & WCCB kick off the 2025 Angel Tree program!

Major Andrew Wiley from the Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte stopped by Rising this morning to tell us all about the Angel Tree program and about how you can help local families in need here in our community this coming holiday season.