Tasty Tuesday: Oreo Sushi and Twisted Bacon
Every Tuesday on Rising is Tasty Tuesday - and today we're making Oreo sushi and twisted bacon
Health Officials Work To Combat Covid Vaccine Hesitancy
Health officials are working to combat a lack of urgency to get the Covid vaccine. A new survey shows parents wouldn't be too eager to get their kids the shot either.
Woman Killed Just Weeks After Moving Family To Charlotte, Boyfriend Charged With Murder
The family says 30-year-old Porsche' Lloyd leaves behind 8 children.
Lumber Prices Skyrocket, Impacting Home Construction Prices in Charlotte
Your next home project could cost more than you planned. The price of lumber has skyrocketed 250 percent over the past year, according to the National Association of Home Builders.
Governor Cooper Delivers His Third State Of The State Address
Governor Roy Cooper gave his third State of the State address from the NC House Chamber Monday evening where he recognized the resilience of North Carolinians throughout the pandemic and provided a vision for economic recovery.
Attorney: Black Man Killed By Deputies Shot In Back Of Head
A Black man killed by deputies in North Carolina was shot in the back of the head and had his hands on his car steering wheel when they opened fire, attorneys for his family said Monday after relatives viewed body camera footage.
Population Growth Gives North Carolina A 14th US House Seat
North Carolina will gain another seat in Congress for the next 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau announced Monday, the result of a steadily growing population as people arrive for jobs and retirement.
US Population Rises To 331,449,281, Census Bureau Says
The Census Bureau says the population of the United States is 331,449,281. The 7.4% increase over the last decade is the second slowest ever.
Apple’s iPhone Privacy Clampdown Arrives In Latest Update
Once Apple's software is updated, apps that are installed on your device will be required to ask and receive consent to track online activities – a change Facebook fiercely resisted.
Justice Dept. Opens Policing Probe Over Breonna Taylor Death
The Justice Department is opening a sweeping probe into policing in Louisville, Kentucky, over the March 2020 death of Breonna Taylor, who was shot to death by police during a raid at her home, Attorney General Merrick Garland announced Monday.
AAA: Pump Prices In Carolinas Still Stable Amid Increasing Gas Demand
Gas price averages in the Carolinas are still maintaining stability, seeing minimal-to-no changes on the week, as U.S. gasoline demand recorded its second highest measurement since mid-March 2020 – indicating that motorists are filling up more often.
US To Share AstraZeneca Shots With World After Safety Check
The U.S. will begin sharing its entire stock of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines with the world once it clears federal safety reviews, the White House said Monday, with as many as 60 million doses expected to be available for export in the coming months.
Mecklenburg County Woman ‘Too Excited To Sleep’ After Winning Half Of $2.1 Million Cash 5 Jackpot
Nadia Belhaj of Charlotte used a combination of her own numbers and Quick Pick numbers to win her half of a $2.1 million Cash 5 jackpot.
Rising's Oscars Fashion Recap
Rising Breaks Down Academy Award Fashions
The Snark: Too Much Sugar, Space Dust, Pepsi Blue & Funky Pickles
Catchin' up with some 90 Day Fiance couples who love sugar and aliens, Pepsi Blue is making a comeback & a meth bust leads to the discovery of "funky pickles."
Apple Announces 1st East Coast Campus In North Carolina
Apple announced plans on Monday to invest more than $1 billion in North Carolina to build the company’s first East Coast campus, a move expected to bring at least 3,000 new jobs to the state.
Pleasant and Sunny Week on Tap
Gorgeous end to the month. Dry through Thursday.
'Pink Supermoon' to Fill the Sky Monday Night
Clear skies to catch the 'Full Pink Supermoon' Monday night.
Developing: Iredell County Authorities Investigating Death of 5-Month-Old Child
Deputies were called to a home on Old Mountain Road Sunday afternoon.
POLITICAL WRAP: Biden Address to Joint Session of Congress Happening Wednesday
Nearly 100 days after taking office, President Joe Biden is finally set to give his first formal address to a joint session of Congress. Wednesday's speech will give the President an opportunity to make the case for his $2 trillion infrastructure plan and other legislative priorities.
Young Adult's Relocations Are Shaping Political Geography
Garima Vyas always wanted to live in a big city. She thought about New York, long the destination for 20-something strivers, but was wary of the cost and complicated subway lines. So Vyas picked another metropolis that’s increasingly become young people’s next-best option — Houston.
Put Your Detective Hat On In This New Sleuthing Game
Tickets are on sale now for a new game where you can solve crime crime with your friends just by using your smart phone and walking around your neighborhood.
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