News

Ammunition In South Carolina Nursing Home Toaster Causes Fire

Police say that a nursing home resident put ammunition into a toaster oven, causing a small fire in their room.

White House Holiday Decor Honors COVID-19 Frontline Workers

Holiday decorations unveiled Monday for Joe and Jill Biden’s first White House Christmas honor frontline workers who persevered during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ongoing Dispute Between Troutman Neighbors Lead To Shooting

The Troutman Police Department is investigating after a neighbor dispute left one person suffering from a gunshot wound Sunday.

Twitter Co-Founder Jack Dorsey Stepping Down As CEO

Twitter says co-founder Jack Dorsey will step down as CEO of the social media platform.

Duke Energy Gives $150K Of Nuclear Scholarships To SC State

Duke Energy is giving a historically Black South Carolina university $150,000 in scholarships to help train and educate new nuclear engineers.

Charlotte Ballet's Nutcracker Preview

It's the most wonderful time of the year to visit the Belk Theater

Newton Struggles In Panthers' Loss At Dolphins

Cam Newton had just scored a rushing touchdown and was in a celebratory mood.

Increased Fire Danger Monday

There is an increased risk of fire danger for the region today.

Wilson's World: At Queens University of Charlotte Where A Large Menorah For Hanukkah Is On Display

Wilson spoke with the artist that has installed a large Menorah for Hanukkah on display at Queen's University on Selwyn Avenue. ‎

JINYA Ramen Bar Showcase Warm Comfort Food For The Holidays

JINYA Ramen Bar stops by Rising to showcase warm comfort holiday meals such as Impossible Gyoza, Impossible Tacos, Impossible Bun, Impossible Rice Bowl, and Tsunami White Pearl.

Dry Pattern Continues This Week

Increased fire danger today. Dry through the week.

Warmer Days on the Way

A cold front will bring a brief cold snap tomorrow, but the sunny 70s return by the end of the week.

Explainer: What We Know And Don't Know On New COVID Variant

On Friday, the WHO designated a new COVID-19 variant as a “variant of concern,” naming it “omicron” after a letter in the Greek alphabet.

Charlotte Checkers Partner Up To Gift A Deserving Local Veteran With A Car

The Checkers partnered with several programs to surprise Army Veteran, Shashanta Andrews, with a newly restored Nissan Pathfinder during the first intermission of Saturday's game.

Trial Set To Start On Charges Smollett Faked Racist Attack

Jussie Smollett is going on trial this week, accused of lying to police when he reported he was the victim of a racist, homophobic attack downtown Chicago nearly three years ago.

18-Year-Old Charged With Manslaughter In Shooting Death Of Charlotte Teen

CMPD arrested Junio Alexis Ramos Estrada in the shooting death of Vanessa Sarai Santos Garcia.

Supreme Court Set To Take Up All-Or-Nothing Abortion Fight

Both sides are telling the Supreme Court there’s no middle ground in Wednesday’s showdown over abortion. The justices can either reaffirm the constitutional right to an abortion or wipe it away altogether.

One Killed, Two Injured In Triple Shooting In Northwest Charlotte

CMPD says officers found the victims when they investigated a noise complaint around 5 a.m.

Dry Air, Chilly Temps Continue

Keep the lip balm handy! Desert-like air carries through much of the week ahead.

Police: 2 Men Dead, 2 Children Injured After Drunk Driving Collision In Lancaster

Police say two men died and two children were injured in a drunk driving collision on Black Friday in Lancaster, S.C.

Towering Musical Theater Master Stephen Sondheim Dies At 91

Stephen Sondheim, the songwriter who reshaped the American musical theater in the second half of the 20th century, has died. He was 91.

Panel OKs Bid To Demolish Wright Brothers' 1st Bike Shop

The Dayton Board of Zoning Appeals has approved the city’s request to demolish a 129-year-old historic building that once was the site of the Wright brothers’ first bike shop.