Michael Perchick
Prior to moving to North Carolina, Michael spent more than two years at KVUE, the ABC affiliate in Austin, Texas. While there, he covered a wide variety of stories, ranging from the state Legislature to South by Southwest. He reported remotely on several major events - including deadly bus crashes in Mississippi and Uvalde County, severe weather throughout central Texas, and Super Bowl LI. His work covering education was recognized by the Texas Association of School Boards.
Before KVUE, Michael spent two years as a news/sports reporter and news producer at WAPT, the ABC affiliate in Jackson, Mississippi. In his split role, Michael extensively covered the highly-contested U.S. Senate race between incumbent Sen. Thad Cochran and state Sen. Chris McDaniel, and provided reports from SEC Media Days and the Senior Bowl. Michael was a part of the Associated Press Award-winning "Blitz 16," which was named Best Sportscast in Mississippi.
Michael graduated from the University of Miami, where he double-majored in Broadcast Journalism and Political Science, and minored in Sports Administration.
The grandson of a Tar Heel, Michael grew up with a wardrobe full of Carolina blue (he even has the 5th grade class picture to prove it!), and is excited to take in the spirited rivalries between all the local schools.
Outside of the newsroom, Michael lives in Raleigh, and enjoys playing and watching sports, checking out some of the area's cuisines, and refreshing his Twitter account (which you can follow along @MichaelPerchick).
Feel free to send all story ideas and restaurant suggestions (not necessarily in that order).
Michael's Stories
As temperatures drop and holidays approach, organizations issue calls for help
"There's a lot going on."
UNC officials consider 6 options for future of Smith Center, some off campus
If the arena is moved off campus, the university plans on providing busing for up to 3,000 on-campus students each game.
NC Senate passes Helene relief bill that also weakens AG, governor
The Senate voted along party lines for the 131-page measure, which would among other things, alter yet again how the State Board of Elections is appointed.
New Helene relief bill would also strip powers from governor, AG
"We are drinking from the fire hose as they say. We have so many requests."
Lawmakers grill state officials over previous storms response amid Helene relief package talks
It is estimated there's $53 billion in storm damage across North Carolina.
Wake County Board of Elections counts 3 ballots of voters who died before Election Day
Following the law isn't a clear-cut process in such cases. Proponents want the State Legislature to take up the issue.
Wake County tourism report shows strong figures ahead of holiday stretch
"I would say the Triangle area is having a real moment right now in the hospitality space."
Office of Violence Prevention releases strategy to enhance public safety
Established in 2023, the Office of Violence Prevention's Community Violence Advisory Board involves members of law enforcement, health officials, and community advocates.
Boards of election in North Carolina prepare for recounts as canvassing continues
"I think a lot of people don't realize, but Election Day is really unofficial results,.
Trump's promise of mass deportations sparks concerns amongst NC immigrants: 'Overwhelming fear'
"When Jesus says to love our neighbors, he never says, 'Oh, wait, check if they're documented or undocumented."