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
Advocates react to several Supreme Court rulings that could impact NC
The Supreme Court issued a series of rulings Friday, drawing a range of reactions from advocates in North Carolina.
New NCDHHS State Health Director Dr. Lawrence Greenblatt lays out vision
"It's my role to bring my medical background and skills, my ability to communicate, to assess the situation, to work in a team and to respond."
Durham-based chipmaker Wolfspeed plans to file for bankruptcy
The company says it's part of a restructuring agreement that will eliminate nearly $5 billion in debt and give its creditors control over the company.
North Carolina lawmakers share reactions following US strike on Iran
A day after the United States launched missile strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites, North Carolina lawmakers are sharing their reactions.
R. Kelly's request for temporary release from NC prison over safety concerns, is denied
Attorneys for musician R. Kelly filed the Emergency Motion for Temporary Furlough with the court this week, alleging prison officials overdosed him on medications.
Workers share tips to stay safe during hottest day of the year
"If you start feeling dizzy or nauseous, that's really the time to say, 'hey, time out. I need to cool down."
Dangerous heat wave hits central NC, medical experts offer safety tips
Infants, young children, older adults, and people with chronic health conditions are most at-risk for heat exhaustion and heat-related illness.
Friend of Minnesota shooting victim Mark Hortman shares memories: 'One of the best people'
"Everyone is pretty much just in disbelief and totally heartbroken." He was "genuinely a happy person."
Raleigh native Mark Hortman killed alongside Minnesota lawmaker wife in targeted attack: 'Disbelief'
Mark Hortman, the husband of Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman, attended Millbrook High and graduated from UNC. Both were killed Saturday.
Israeli carry out airstrikes in Iran, as Iran responds with hundreds of missiles, analysts react
The Israeli military strikes on Iran targeted key military leaders with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and scientists involved with their nuclear program.