'Horn in the West' and history museum celebrate America 250 in Boone

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 7/1 10:15A Rose Eiklor

One of western North Carolina's oldest tourist attractions is celebrating America 250 by giving tours that dive into American history.

Hickory Fire Battalion Chief announces retirement

WCCB Charlotte 7/1 8:00A DJ Beal

HICKORY, N.C. (News Release) The Hickory Fire Department proudly announces the retirement of Battalion Chief Fisher following nearly three decades of dedicated service to the department and the citizens of Hickory. Battalion Chief Fisher joined...

N.C. church members hit by Helene travel to Kentucky to help after flood

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 7/1 7:52A Mason Brighton

Communities in Kentucky are cleaning up after deadly flooding, with volunteers from North Carolina bringing labor, supplies and support.

A new federal grant could put more North Carolinians behind the trucking wheel

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 7/1 7:22A Claudia Puente

The newly introduced Workforce Pell grant offers financial aid for short-term career programs like Welding, HVAC and Truck Driver Training.

Heat Advisories in effect Thursday for Charlotte and many surrounding areas

WCCB Charlotte 7/1 7:09A Kaitlin Wright

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WCCB) Heat Advisories are in effect from 12 PM until 8 PM Thursday with heat indices up to 106 expected. This advisory includes Iredell, Catawba, Rowan, Lincoln, Gaston, Mecklenburg,...

WATCH NOW: New Appointed Mayor Rob Harrington Sworn In

WCCB Charlotte 7/1 7:09A DJ Beal

CHARLOTTE, N.C. The newly appointed mayor, Rob Harrison, was official sworn into office on Wednesday. Watch as Harrington take his official role as mayor and provides remarks along with other city officials and former mayor Vi Lyles.

Charlotte’s interim mayor, Robert Harrington, sworn in

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 7/1 6:10A Daniel Gray

Harrington will serve the remaining 18 months of Lyles’ term.

Victor Willis, who co-founded the Village People and co-wrote ‘Y.M.C.A.,’ dies at 74

WCCB Charlotte 7/1 5:56A Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) Victor Willis, who co-founded the Village People, co-wrote the disco group s classic hits Y.M.C.A., Macho Man and In the Navy, and delighted crowds while dressed as the band s helmeted...

LIVE ON WCCB: Charlotte Independence vs. Corpus Christi starts at 5:30pm!

WCCB Charlotte 7/1 5:31A

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Talk, Truth, Tea: Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce wedding draws near

WCCB Charlotte 7/1 5:00A Joseph Duncan

HOLLYWOOD, CA The world is waiting for the weekend wedding of Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce.

America 250 special airs TONIGHT at 5 & 7:30pm on WCCB Charlotte!

WCCB Charlotte 7/1 4:57A Kyle Peppers

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Rising’s Joe Duncan gets a “Dunkin'” birthday surprise!

WCCB Charlotte 7/1 4:47A Joseph Duncan

CHARLOTTE, N.C. The folks at Dunkin surprised Rising s Joe Duncan with some special treats for an early birthday celebration.

Wellness Wednesday: Thirst-quenching tropical treat

WCCB Charlotte 7/1 4:42A Joseph Duncan

CHARLOTTE, N.C. During this week s wellness segment, Harold Leffall serves a refreshing and nutritious juice recipe inspired by his trip to Puerto Rico called Tropical Paradise Juice. This hydrating juice combines seeded watermelon, pineapple,...

Rise & Chime In: Do you prefer the big city or small town living?

WCCB Charlotte 7/1 4:31A Joseph Duncan

CHARLOTTE, N.C. Have you ever wondered if you re more of a small-town person or a big-city person? In a small town, everybody knows your name your family and probably what you had for dinner last night! In a big city, you can enjoy a little more...

Charlotte comedians turn local frustrations into laughs

WCCB Charlotte 7/1 4:07A Taylor Miller

CHARLOTTE, N.C. Charlotte comedians Alex King and Sean Kett are proving that some of the city s biggest headaches can also be its funniest moments. The duo joined Rising to talk about how their viral social media videos, inspired by Charlotte s...